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Bayfield School District families alleged bullying, inadequate special education programming

‘All of us kind of had the same problem, and all of us ended up pulling our kids out,’ parent…

April 26, 2026

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Visit Durango accepted into Colorado’s Accessible Travel Program

25 organizations to receive training, accessibility resources

January 1, 2026

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Colorado Lt. governor premiers disability rights documentary at Fort Lewis College

of inclusion portrayed in film align with ethics at FLC, college president says

September 5, 2025

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Bayfield High School to highlight inclusion efforts via ‘Unified Volleyball Showcase’

partnering with Special Olympics Unified Sports, which helps break down stereotypes about people with disabilities

September 28, 2024

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Durango to begin ADA improvements to north Main Avenue sidewalks in spring 2025

Colorado Department of Transportation contributing about $4.5 million to project

June 16, 2024

Regional News

New state office would be barrier-breaking hub for Coloradans with disabilities

Rep. David Ortiz, the first Colorado lawmaker to use a wheelchair, sees proposed Disability Opportunity Office as way to continue…

April 9, 2024

Regional News

Since its launch in 2022, an average of three people a day have signed up to get Colorado’s invisible disabilities logo on their state IDs

Rosalva Mireles, left, is photographed and processed for her permanent driver's license at a Department of Motor Vehicles office in…

December 18, 2023

New Mexico

Boundless Adventures Park slated to begin construction early 2024

Tibbetts All Abilities Park Foundation forges ahead, seeks funding

May 23, 2023

Regional News

Disability rights activists have ambitious goals for Colorado, from outdoor recreation to the halls of government

Supporters say it’s the most ambitious slate of proposals in recent history

March 21, 2023

Local News

Durango business owners hit by predatory lawsuits

Sixteen federal complaints filed by single plaintiff in ruse that’s become old hat to attorneys

November 18, 2022

Local News

For Durango woman paralyzed in crash, ADA laws and new wheels could make all the difference

Jessica Vought wants city of Durango to improve accommodations for disabled residents

October 23, 2022

Regional News

A diverse slate of Colorado GOP candidates hopes to prove the party is more than ‘old white men’

Republicans focused on recruiting more people of color to run in state legislative races

September 9, 2022

Local News

ParaGolfer gives those with impaired mobility a chance to play the greens

Vehicle at Hillcrest Golf Club is only one of its caliber in Four Corners

July 8, 2022

Local News

40 low-rent units take shape overlooking downtown Durango

Apartments offers first-of-its-kind supportive housing

April 10, 2021

Local News

Bayfield volunteers bring big-game hunting to those with disabilities

Program helps make pastime accessible

November 29, 2020

Regional News

Election of war veteran puts focus on wheelchair access at Colorado Capitol

resident hopes changes made for him will improve accessibility for all

November 27, 2020

Local News

Pine River Valley grassroots initiative receives grant for senior services

COVID-19 accentuates challenges to aging in place

September 13, 2020

Local News

Durango city councilors take a spin around downtown

uses wheelchairs to learn about obstacles to access for disabled people

July 26, 2020

Local News

Southwest Ability Summit focuses on building an inclusive community

provides resources to people with disabilities

March 13, 2020

Local News

People with disabilities find community in recreation

Adaptive Sports Association hits the slopes for the 22nd annual Dave Spencer Ski Classic

February 22, 2020

Local News

Durango High School student’s dance moves go viral

Durango High School sophomore Adam Kalk with the Durango High School dance team, the Demonettes, performs with members of the…

February 5, 2020

Local News

Southwest Center for Independence closes after break-in

Nonprofit testing for meth residue, staff working remotely

September 27, 2019

Local News

Music, dance classes offer creative outlet for disabled students, adults in Durango

Stillwater Music starts class for mixed abilities in elementary schools

May 8, 2019

Local News

Affordable housing waiting list to open for new applicants

Disabled residents will be able to apply for a single day

March 11, 2019