Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Local News

La Plata County adopts 2021 budget, with infrastructure spending

Commissioners say projects will provide economic jolt

November 24, 2020

Local News

Durango adds teeth to its mask-wearing ordinance

Penalties start at $50 but could go up to $500

November 23, 2020

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Durango police say juveniles are responsible for breaking Top That’s window

has been passed to District Attorney’s Office for possible charges

November 23, 2020

Local News

As cases rise, Bayfield schools gear up for in-person learning

have raised concerns about decision process

November 22, 2020

Local News

Durango City Council scheduled to vote on public health enforcement

face coverings could mean fines

November 22, 2020

Local News

Purgatory opens with a smooth start

weather, large lines for opening day

November 21, 2020

Local News

Durango School District 9-R plans to reopen preschools Dec. 1

‘You really can’t do remote learning with a 3-year-old’

November 21, 2020

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Cortez hospital hit by pandemic

Capacity still 50%, but some staff infected by COVID-19, CEO says

November 21, 2020

Local News

1,000 cases: What happened in La Plata County?

officials explain why numbers skyrocketed this month

November 21, 2020

Local News

Ignacio seeks input from businesses before enacting enforcement mechanism

Ordinance would give town power to suspend, revoke licenses

November 21, 2020

Local News

COVID-19 enforcement: ‘It’s unsettled’ in Durango, statewide

director: More important than penalties is compliance to protect the community

November 20, 2020

Local News

Can the Constitution and COVID-19 restrictions coexist?

on gatherings, longevity of restrictions increasingly weigh on civil liberties

November 20, 2020

Local News

Durango restaurant closes for good because of COVID-19 financial hardships

says breakfast and lunch spot can’t survive another shut down

November 20, 2020

Local News

Pine River Valley gears up for ‘Level Red’

COVID-19 restrictions force Bayfield, Ignacio to pivot

November 19, 2020

Local News

Four new outbreaks reported in La Plata County restaurants, workplaces

and local health departments aware of 11 active cases

November 19, 2020

Local News

Photo: Fairgrounds COVID-19 testing site can serve up to 250 people a day

Staff members with San Juan Basin Public Health and the La Plata County Emergency Operations Center close down the new…

November 19, 2020

Local News

With COVID cases rising, Bayfield businesses wonder how best to spend relief funds

distributes $58,000 from CARES Act to help with pandemic recovery

November 19, 2020

Local News

Durango City Council wrestles with how to enforce pandemic health orders

Councilors back away from mandatory mask zone

November 18, 2020

Local News

Takeout-only to return; beginning Friday, in-person dining is out in La Plata County

Restaurants, gyms: New limits will make it tough to keep doors open

November 18, 2020

Local News

With COVID-19 cases spiking, La Plata County to enter ‘Level Red’ regulations Friday

Restaurants limited to takeout, gyms reduced to 10% capacity, social gatherings restricted

November 18, 2020

Local News

U.S. senator nominates health director for outstanding service award

Jollon lauded for leadership during pandemic response

November 17, 2020

Regional News

Colorado lawmakers will return for special session to address coronavirus relief

$1.3 billion stimulus package would include relief for restaurants, other small businesses

November 17, 2020

Regional News

New Mexico reports 1,033 new COVID-19 cases, 7 more deaths

The latest figures increased the statewide total to 64,201 cases and the known death toll to 1,215. New Mexico Department…

November 15, 2020

Local News

Reader Q&A: Is this a ‘second wave’? Has COVID-19 mutated? What have we learned in 8 months?

A spike in cases has residents asking new questions about the coronavirus

November 15, 2020