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Utes bless the Animas River

Southern Ute Sun Dance Chief hopes to make this an annual tradition

DATE: Aug 16, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

What will it take to get Superfund status in Silverton?

After Gold King Mine disaster, many Silverton residents still oppose it because of ‘stigma’

DATE: Aug 15, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Is the Animas River really clean?

Environmental groups worry about long-term effects

DATE: Aug 15, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

In wake of Animas River catastrophe, Bennet will back Good Samaritan law

Legislation could open the door for more mining reclamation

DATE: Aug 15, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Trout farm faces uncertain future because of Animas River pollution

River opening may not be enough for Little Fishes

DATE: Aug 14, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Gold King Mine spill spawns Hazman character

Two men brave polluted river to raise awareness

DATE: Aug 14, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Survey of Animas River fish looks promising

Another survey planned for week of Aug. 22

DATE: Aug 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Data show widespread mining impacts

Officials map 1,645 miles of streams affected

DATE: Aug 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Retrieving Durango’s recreational reputation

After more than a week of news coverage around the world about the Gold King Mine spill into the Animas River, the Durango Area Tourism Office wants to help tourism-based businesses convince...

DATE: Aug 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Lawmaker considers legislation to sue EPA

Coram hopes to empower AG Coffman

DATE: Aug 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Green and clean

DATE: Aug 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Costs and lingering sediment remain a concern

With news improving concerning the Animas River spill, local officials can now turn their attention to more long-term issues, such as impacts to the budget and contaminated sediment that mig...

DATE: Aug 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Archers take aimPurgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

Purgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

Photos: A rockin’ good timeThe 71st annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

The 71st annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

Photos: Durango gets ‘Wet and Wild’

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.

A solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a d...

Photos: IHBC Subaru Mountain Bike RaceCobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Cobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday