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Law enforcement catches fugitive in Gem Village area

Reverse-911 call sent to residents west of Bayfield

August 28, 2018

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Crime fighting: There’s an app for that

enforcement use social media to solve crimes, find missing persons

August 22, 2018

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Sheriff’s candidates discuss budget, turnover and homelessness challenges

Smith, Hamby and Mize draw differences on key issues

August 17, 2018

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Photo: Shaking hands (and paws) with law enforcement

Sage Robbins, 11, pets Jimmy, a La Plata County Sheriffâ€™s Office canine. Jimmy, handled by Deputy Matt Webb, met with…

August 7, 2018

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Retired military vehicles see action during floods

Sheriff’s Office obtains equipment through surplus program

August 1, 2018

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Police chase through Durango ends in arrest outside Bayfield

Suspects threw skis, a chain saw and bag of dry cement at officers, police say

July 29, 2018

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Initial response to 416 Fire was critical to protecting homes

decision to call in federal resources likely prevented fire from jumping highway

July 14, 2018

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Durango police destroy more than 200 guns held in evidence

Found, forfeited and seized firearms must eventually be pulverized

June 29, 2018

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Irongate residents among first to attack 416 Fire

spotted after train passed subdivision

June 6, 2018

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Residents near 358 Fire prepare to leave

Smoke, planes bring back memories of Missionary Ridge Fire

May 25, 2018

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Fallen police officers honored during memorial walk

500 community members attended the service

May 19, 2018

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Homeless residents move into new camp

site is another temporary location to mitigate fire danger

May 10, 2018

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Unaffiliated voters will have their say in Colorado’s primary elections

candidates adjust campaign strategy

May 6, 2018

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Mark Redwine’s defense team seeks to bar media interviews

Motions hearing also includes requests for handling evidence

September 8, 2017

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Father plans search party for Dylan Redwine’s remains

went missing in 2012, was found dead northeast of Vallecito

June 2, 2017

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Sheriff’s Office training to dive, catch drunken boaters

Plata County waterways will see greater law enforcement

August 27, 2016

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Items of interest found in Dylan Redwine search

Sheriff’s office will not disclose details

July 11, 2016

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Ongoing search aimed at ‘finding justice for Dylan’

Investigators scour area north of Vallecito Reservoir

July 8, 2016

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New search of Middle Mountain set in Dylan Redwine case

‘Change of seasons’ means it’s time to check again, investigators say

July 1, 2016

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