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Does Durango need redundancy in its water-treatment infrastructure?

wants to build a $55 million plant near Lake Nighthorse

February 7, 2020

Local News

Montezuma County patrol horse Charley dies

‘We’re torn up. He was a good horse,’ sheriff says

February 6, 2020

Local News

Former tennis star’s charity for kids with cancer runs afoul of La Plata County

State, county say Andrea Jaeger tried to mislead officials for tax breaks

February 6, 2020

Local News

In life or death situations, first responders can find themselves in the ‘dead zone’

Radio, cellphone reception near impossible in parts of Southwest Colorado

February 5, 2020

Local News

Dolores town manager proposes water and sewer rate increases

Funding needed for system upgrades, staff say

February 4, 2020

Local News

Interim city manager seeks opportunity in challenge

Blake interested in permanent manager position, but family comes first

February 3, 2020

Business

Durango restaurants take lead in reducing plastic use

Biodegradable to-go containers, straws, utensils now more common

February 2, 2020

High School Sports

Ignacio girls honor silenced during victory over Nucla

Community recognizes Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women movement

February 1, 2020

Local News

Montezuma Land Conservancy approved for $24,000 grant

Funding for irrigation efficiency project involving youths

January 31, 2020

Local News

Conservation easement near Norwood protects wildlife

near Norwood hosts variety of species

January 31, 2020

High School Sports

Sisters in red: Ignacio girls basketball brings uncomfortable conversation to gymnasium

Bobcats to honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women movement

January 31, 2020

Performing Arts

Durango turns out for a rockin’ Follies

Elvis, elderly rock stars and neurotic singers take the stage

January 31, 2020

Local News

Spring Creek Basin wild horse plan up for revision

Proposal includes water improvements on range

January 30, 2020

Southwest Life

Beetle infestation slows in Southwest Colorado, but only for lack of trees

2019 survey shows 5,000 newly damaged acres in San Juan Mountains

January 30, 2020

Local News

Snow expected early next week after storm fails to materialize on Wednesday

Snowpack in Southwest Colorado at 108% of average

January 29, 2020

Business

Yellow Car Country Wines: Fun, fruity wines in Cortez

‘Who else would make a wine gummi’

January 26, 2020

Local News

What to expect in the days, months and years after a house fire

Victims tell stories of recovery: ‘It totally consumes everything – all of your time and your thoughts’

January 26, 2020

Local News

Challengers to U.S. Rep. Scott Tipton distinguish themselves in Durango

Mitsch Bush, James Iacino and Root Routledge talk policy at Indivisible Durango membership meeting

January 25, 2020

Sports

Eli Tomac survives crashes, finishes second in Arizona Supercross

Performance in wild triple crown lands Tomac in second place in overall standings

January 25, 2020

Southwest Life

Reflexology unlocks pain relief by treating nerves in the feet

Practice can provide benefits from head to toe

January 23, 2020

Local News

Does Durango have blight? The answer could help city redevelop

urban renewal authority would help spur construction

January 22, 2020

Local News

Safe Sister takes on women’s self-defense in La Plata County

Program teaches legal, practical strategies for personal protection

January 21, 2020

Local News

Beloved Riverview ‘rabbit lady’ forges new connections

Romelle Maloney and her yard decorations become community fixture

January 20, 2020

Business

Low-wage employees benefit from tight labor market

Benefits, higher wages result of Durango’s unemployment rate at 2.2%

January 19, 2020