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For warmth, some households still burn coal

residents turn to cheap heating fuel even as use declines nationally

March 10, 2018

Local News

It’s lights, camera, action for Durango man’s new movie and restaurant

Tucker prepares to open ‘Cavern’ and show his Hollywood film

March 9, 2018

Local News

Caucuses kick off election season in La Plata County

Republicans, Democrats discuss school safety, county election process, governor’s race

March 6, 2018

Local News

Diagonal pedestrian crossing at College Drive and Main Avenue to be eliminated

‘Barnes Dance’ crosswalk causing cars to stack up

March 6, 2018

Local News

Durango’s Brittani Coury on the hunt for gold at Paralympics

will compete in snowboard-cross, banked slalom

March 5, 2018

Southwest Life

Fort Lewis College public health program is growing fast

evolves as more than 100 students pursue major

March 4, 2018

Local News

A guide to La Plata County caucuses

Land-use code, recall concerns, Tipton’s seat may boost attendance at Tuesday’s meetings

March 3, 2018

Local News

Outdoor retail shop hosts after-hours archery league in Durango

store closes, arrows start flying at Good for the Woods

March 2, 2018

Local News

Durango imagines a more welcoming corridor along Camino del Rio and north Main Avenue

Grants, land-use revisions and urban renewal authority could make vision a reality

March 1, 2018

Local News

Cannabis industry is an economic engine in Durango

Recreational marijuana shops establish themselves in business community

February 28, 2018

Local News

Durango asks residents for priorities ahead of budget shortfall

Internet sales, FLC enrollment, regional economy contributing to revenue woes

February 27, 2018

Local News

Durango couple opens home to the convicted and downtrodden

Geraghtys believe in providing second chances at Phoenix House

February 26, 2018

Southwest Life

Nordic skiers stopped in their tracks at Vallecito Reservoir

Irrigation district closes miles of trails, but they are likely to reopen next year

February 25, 2018

Local News

What went wrong with La Plata County’s land-use plan?

an attempt to overhaul outdated regulations, a mix of forces led to outrage

February 24, 2018

Local News

History of La Plata County flag and seal stumps local historians

Artifact, only one known to exist, hangs in commissioners’ chambers

February 23, 2018

Local News

Divided La Plata Electric board united on vision for exploratory group

Subcommittee not approved to research buyout from Tri-State

February 22, 2018

Local News

Silverton works to diversify its winter economy beyond skiers

Lagging snowfall prompts businesses to get creative

February 21, 2018

Local News

Downtown Durango Ambassadors will return in effort to curb panhandling

in other towns being examined for answers

February 20, 2018

Local News

Durango Joes owner Joe Lloyd expands coffeehouse footprint to stay viable

“I didn’t want to use my name. I had to be talked into it,” Lloyd said in an interview at…

February 19, 2018

Business

Southwest Colorado Accelerator Program boosts 5 regional firms

The Southwest Colorado Accelerator Program for Entrepreneurs was established 4½ years ago by local economic development groups and angel investors.…

February 18, 2018

Local News

Rogue campground crops up in Durango Walmart parking lot

officials say public health is a concern

February 17, 2018

Local News

EPA plan on Silverton Superfund expected in spring 2018

will make quick fixes while investigating other environmental conditions

February 15, 2018

Local News

Beyond tent cities, Durango-area residents consider village for the homeless

this weekend to explore transitional housing concepts

February 14, 2018

Local News

The Rock Lounge has summit in sight after a tough climb

Climbing gym plans to open this month after construction setback

February 13, 2018