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Three recent Durango High School graduates observe election process from the inside

‘With everything that happened in 2020, I wanted to just see the process for myself,’ says Tommy Pope, age 18

July 1, 2022

Local News

Public land agencies remove fire restrictions ahead of July 4

prompt San Juan National Forest, BLM to rescind Stage 1 measures

July 1, 2022

Local News

La Plata County, city of Durango discuss Sept. 30 closure of Purple Cliffs homeless camp

Government officials will work on expedited schedule to identify one or more locations for managed camps

June 30, 2022

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Durango artist recounts trip to help Ukrainian refugees; plans a second visit

Suzanne Horwich uses art as a ‘vehicle for healing’

June 29, 2022

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New Durango library director to expand community partnerships

Alvey-Henderson describes position as 'dream job’

June 28, 2022

Local News

How to follow Tuesday’s primary election

Plata County voters can expect results soon after the 7 p.m. deadline

June 28, 2022

Local News

Drugs, alcohol confirmed in head-on crash that killed two women near Bayfield

Marijuana, meth contributed to the collision

June 27, 2022

Local News

Durango employers get creative to combat labor shortages

Purgatory Resort has fewer staff members; city trying to keep up with park maintenance

June 27, 2022

Local News

Rain showers in late June dampen fire threat in Southwest Colorado

Arrival of monsoons offers hope, but fire officials remain on guard

June 27, 2022

Local News

Heavy rains cause mudslides, disruptions among campers at Purple Cliffs

Nonprofit helps clean campsite as residents fret eventual closure of camp

June 26, 2022

Local News

City of Durango may scrap its DGOV broadcast services

media is overshadowing traditional television channel

June 26, 2022

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Durango man ‘humbled’ by Ukrainian people after humanitarian aid trip

Bergman says being with the hurt, broken is his calling

June 25, 2022

Local News

Photos: Protesters chide Supreme Court decision reversing Roe v. Wade

More than 200 people gathered Friday in Buckley Park to protest the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v.…

June 25, 2022

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Durango invests in infrastructure designs ahead of anticipated growth in La Posta area

Affordable housing, industrial businesses among planned uses near southern city limits

June 24, 2022

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Durango city manager to trade city planning strategies at Harvard summit

Innovation, transformation focus of public officials’ gathering

June 24, 2022

Local News

June rains top monthly normals in Southwest Colorado

Moisture improves fire and rafting conditions, could signal early start to monsoon

June 24, 2022

Southwest Life

Could prescribed burns curb the health impacts of wildfires?

Controlled fire seen as a tool to mitigate some of the harm, report says

June 23, 2022

Local News

Durango approves plans for 71 apartments, eight townhomes

Developments to occur at Mercury Village and Animas Cliffs

June 22, 2022

Local News

So you’re thinking about an electric car. How easy is it to get juiced in La Plata County?

Durango and its partners say they are prepared to meet growing demands of electrification

June 22, 2022

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Durango wants answers ASAP about county’s plan to close Purple Cliffs

says political will of elected officials a necessity to finding a solution

June 21, 2022

Local News

Primary turnout in La Plata County outpaces 2018

for Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District, statewide and national offices bring out voters

June 21, 2022

Local News

Animas High School graduate to seek solo record on Colorado Trail

Kristina Bodewes pursues women’s self-supported mark for west-to-east trek

June 20, 2022

Business

Dehydrated meals company opening retail space in Durango

to Summit takes imperfect produce and makes culinary delights for the backcountry

June 19, 2022

Local News

20 years later: Missionary Ridge Fire torched homes, devastated lives and taught us lessons

Durango looks back on the historic blaze, those who were there recall conditions similar to today

June 18, 2022