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East Canyon Fire is 98% contained, authorities say

wind picks up, firefighters monitor ash scatter for new starts

June 23, 2020

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Does Colorado still have a competitive edge in hemp?

state bill aligns state with federal regulations

June 23, 2020

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Progress made on 4 blazes burning in Southwest Colorado

lines strengthened around East Canyon Fire

June 22, 2020

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Fire claims house near Durango airport

Investigation continues into Saturday night blaze

June 22, 2020

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Fort Lewis College trustees approve 2.15% budget reduction

President says culture on campus held together through financial crunch

June 22, 2020

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Washout cuts off Durango train from Silverton for eight to 16 weeks

Rainstorm damaged more than 40 feet of track

June 22, 2020

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East Canyon Fire more than 79% contained

Shooter Fire fully contained

June 21, 2020

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Southwest Colorado nursing homes find a new norm

outbreaks reported at long-term care centers in this corner of state

June 20, 2020

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Aztec man who followed women in Bayfield, Durango is sentenced

Garcia pleaded guilty to harassment; given one year probation

June 19, 2020

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Fire crews reach 75% containment on Six Shooter Fire south of Durango

Canyon Fire grows to 2,900 acres, now 21% contained

June 19, 2020

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Pine River Library announces summer reading “quest”

The theme is “Imagine Your Story” and takes inspiration from favorite tales, legends, myths and fantasy worlds, challenging everyone to…

June 19, 2020

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Favorable conditions aid firefighters on East Canyon, Six Shooter fires

Evacuated residents return home near Montezuma-La Plata County line

June 18, 2020

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Muscanell Millworks donates flooring to injured Bayfield veteran

Dolores company supports veteran injured in Iraq

June 18, 2020

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East Canyon Fire at 2,764 acres after ‘generally quiet’ day

Firefighters concerned about blaze spreading south

June 18, 2020

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Wolfwood Refuge starts evacuation process with wildfire nearby

55 animals needed to be prepped for relocation

June 18, 2020

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Firefighters keep Six Shooter Fire near Bondad at bay

crews reach 25% containment, spokeswoman says

June 18, 2020

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Ignacio Creative District kicks into gear after coronavirus delays

hopes to tap into $14 billion Colorado arts and culture economy

June 17, 2020

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Bear injured in East Canyon Fire is rescued

Wildlife officials say young bear had severe burns on its paws

June 17, 2020

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U.S. Senate passes public lands bill; Colorado Dems accuse Gardner of ‘greenwashing’

Act not included with Great American Outdoors legislation

June 17, 2020

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New fire breaks out near Bondad, south of Durango

official says Six Shooter Fire has burned 75 acres and is growing

June 16, 2020

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Gov. Jared Polis warns Coloradans to keep up COVID-19 guard

in cases in nearby states sparks concern for Colorado officials

June 16, 2020

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East Canyon Fire southeast of Mancos grows to 2,700 acres

Officials worry lack of precipitation could complicate controlling blazes

June 16, 2020

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La Plata County Commissioner Julie Westendorff to offer phone-in office hours

Instead, Westendorff will hold telephone office hours as scheduled. Constituents may reach her at 382-6217 to discuss issues of interest…

June 16, 2020

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Bayfield has highest census response rates in La Plata County

Pine River Valley rates among lowest in county

June 16, 2020