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Uranium-caused cancer inspires graduate of Fort Lewis College

Valley, Arizona, native headed to Johns Hopkins

May 15, 2016

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Obstacles remain when going solar

Plata County a hot spot for photovoltaic potential

May 14, 2016

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Animas High seniors demonstrate learning in big ways

Students constructing a tiny house, solar car

May 13, 2016

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Railroad narrators take riders back to Victorian era

“This is the best job I’ve ever had,” said Carrie Foisel, who has worked in theater productions, retail stores and,…

May 12, 2016

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Wildcat Mining hopes to start operations in La Plata Canyon

years of trouble, company must meet state demands by July 1

May 11, 2016

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Fort Lewis College tuition slated to increase for in-state students

Nonresident tuition will remain flat

May 10, 2016

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Powerhouse Science Center revving up a year after closure

Durango science center closed suddenly one year ago

May 9, 2016

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Durango woman’s passion for veterans issues started at VFW

Ruthie and Fred Riedinger inside the ballroom of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 4031 on north Main Avenue.…

May 8, 2016

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Silverton’s Grand Imperial restored to opulence

1882 hotel required millions to remodel

May 7, 2016

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Durango bans pedal-assist bikes on trails

Council cites public safety in enforcing ban on Durango trails

May 6, 2016

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Eighth-graders learn Keys to Success in high school

Students learn advocacy, positive self-image and relationship skills

May 5, 2016

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GOP lawmakers in Southwest Colorado split over Trump

Reps. Coram, Brown back billionaire; state Sen. Roberts yet to back presumptive nominee

May 4, 2016

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Teens need money skills before paychecks arrive

Financial literacy + summer part-time job = responsible teenagers

May 3, 2016

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Bandora Mine poses threat to South Mineral Campground

sites would be in path of any release

May 2, 2016

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Animas High makes math, biology fun with escape room

Interactive puzzle stretches brain cells, communication skills

May 1, 2016

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More than 500 graduate from Fort Lewis College on Saturday

Lt. Gov. Joe Garcia lauds student achievement

April 30, 2016

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Southern Ute shale drilling goals draw scrutiny

Environmental groups demand thorough review of development plans

April 29, 2016

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Kids easier to train when it comes to bears

pay price of human carelessness

April 28, 2016

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Metal loading into Upper Animas River remains a mystery

Recently released sampling data prove incomplete

April 27, 2016

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City helps residents undertake a serious spring cleanup

‘It’s always fun to see what people throw out’

April 26, 2016

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All aboard the Hummus Bus: Former FLC student converts van from home to restaurant

Yet if all goes according to plan for the former Fort Lewis College student, that’s exactly what’s about to happen.…

April 26, 2016

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Black students unite at Fort Lewis College

group supports minorities, promotes diversity

April 25, 2016

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Fort Lewis College alumnus converts van from home to hummus restaurant

Yet if all goes according to plan for the former Fort Lewis College student, that’s exactly what’s about to happen.…

April 24, 2016

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Colorado pediatricians prescribe books to promote wellness

A prescription to read leads to increased literacy

April 23, 2016