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Deaths on the rise in Southwest Colorado, putting stress on county coroners

Population increase plays a role, but something more is at play

March 6, 2022

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San Juan Basin Public Health amends public health advisory to align with CDC

cases fall, agency moves to ease masking guidelines and shifts its pandemic response

March 5, 2022

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La Plata County decides – in principle – how to split $10.9 million in COVID-19 relief money

Commissioners earmark funding for housing, broadband and social impacts

March 3, 2022

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La Plata County updating oil and gas rules

A rewrite will align with the state after the Colorado Legislature reshaped industry regulation

February 23, 2022

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Why can’t Durango’s unhoused manage themselves?

Purple Cliffs residents say they already have a managed camp; La Plata County and advocacy groups disagree

February 23, 2022

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La Plata County settles on location for radar

Equipment will likely look like a four-legged water tower with large golf ball on top

February 19, 2022

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La Plata County restarts discussions of COVID-19 relief money

Federal rules released in January delayed work sessions that will guide how funds are spent

February 18, 2022

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List of locations for a managed homeless camp in Durango grows

Plata County and city of Durango vetting 18 additional sites after protest from residents

January 31, 2022

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What is La Plata County Jail doing to prevent more escapes?

Sheriff’s Office says tougher protocols, a new fence and an updated surveillance system will help

January 24, 2022

The Durango Herald

Gavel is passed to new chairperson for La Plata County commissioners

Salka will serve as chair in 2022; Porter-Norton is vice chair

January 10, 2022

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What is a ‘managed’ homeless camp and who does it serve in Durango?

City, county and unhoused advocates think they’re making progress, but campers aren’t so sure

January 10, 2022

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No end in sight for Durango railroad’s Rockwood lawsuit

regulatory body must first rule on La Plata County’s authority

January 6, 2022

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La Plata County tweaks and revises its land-use code; more changes expected this year

recent revisions apply largely to developers and businesses

January 4, 2022

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La Plata County records first case of omicron

health officials say new variant is likely spreading rapidly in Southwest Colorado

December 30, 2021

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Erin Hutchins announces candidacy for La Plata County treasurer

Candidate is currently election administrator at Clerk and Recorder's Office

September 18, 2021

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Homelessness, mental health top residents’ wish list for how to spend COVID-19 relief money

Plata County in no rush to determine how to dole out nearly $11 million

September 16, 2021

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La Plata County takes over search for new homeless camp

Cliffs is too small and unsuitable for campers

August 23, 2021

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State tax official accused of helping luxury resorts minimize property taxes

Plata, Eagle, San Miguel counties cry foul, say employee is supposed to be neutral

June 9, 2021

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Durango railroad claims historic right to use Rockwood Station, sues La Plata County

says local government lacks jurisdiction

May 26, 2021

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La Plata County property values increase after appraisals

Landowners should start receiving new assessments after May 1

April 17, 2021

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Residents rail against D&SNG’s move to Rockwood

to review operations in small neighborhood

April 2, 2021

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La Plata County Sheriff’s Office purchases massage chairs for $20,000

Program targets law enforcement’s mental and physical health

March 26, 2021

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La Plata County puts off decision about DeNier building’s future

date set for vote on April 13

March 23, 2021

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La Plata County formally adopts ordinance to stop ‘Jake Brakes’

signs informing drivers of law to be placed where appropriate

January 26, 2021