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Rep. Scott Tipton navigates new territory: A Democratic-controlled House

Colorado congressman optimistic work can be done

June 2, 2019

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Investigators conclude Burro Fire likely human-caused

No lightning had been reported in area; June 8, 2018, fire broke out on popular trail

June 1, 2019

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When will Forest Service name cause of 416 Fire?

With intense community speculation, agency declines comment

June 1, 2019

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Trial date set in lawsuit accusing Durango train of starting 416 Fire

26 parties have joined civil action against railroad

May 31, 2019

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Ignite Gymnastics opening in Ignacio

Long-time coach returns to the sport

May 31, 2019

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Former Bayfield primary school to fill up with nonprofits, clinic

Child care co-op to offer new services, meeting space for parents

May 30, 2019

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Tri-State turns down hundreds of millions in renewable energy investment

CEO says deal lacked meaningful detail

May 29, 2019

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Durango Area Tourism Office, former director agree on separation

News release praises Frank Lockwood for his time leading group

May 28, 2019

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County information technology and GIS offices move to courthouse

To access these offices, enter the courthouse through the secured entrance, walk up the stairs and turn left down the…

May 27, 2019

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Man found dead in La Plata County Jail

21-year-old died Sunday, official says

May 27, 2019

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La Plata County hires community development director

Neal Starkebaum joins county amid rocky land-use code rewrite

May 27, 2019

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Monopolies drive health care costs in Southwest Colorado

Legislation seeks to increase transparency, lower costs

May 26, 2019

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Ignacio High grads encouraged to pursue meaningful work

Ignacio High School graduates anticipate the benediction during the ceremony in the school’s gymnasium Saturday. The school graduated 37 students.Mary…

May 25, 2019

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Ceremonies will honor veterans on Memorial Day

Events will be held in Durango, Ignacio

May 24, 2019

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Great Dane fatally shot by neighbor in Bayfield

Shooter cited with animal cruelty

May 24, 2019

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Southern Ute Bear Dance to be celebrated Friday, Saturday

Museum to feature wolves, speakers, short films and new photos

May 24, 2019

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The Patio Restaurant in Ignacio sells

Local family buys business

May 24, 2019

Southwest Life

Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages public to keep young wildlife wild

Handling young wildlife does more harm than good, the agency says. Wildlife experts say it is normal for adult animals…

May 24, 2019

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Town of Bayfield invests $30,000 in drought plan

Document will guide long-term decisions

May 22, 2019

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Forest Service sued over decision to use chain saws in wilderness areas

Conservation groups argue federal land agency operated in secret, broke law

May 22, 2019

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BP fined for 3 spills in La Plata County, will pay $12.5M to fix pipelines

Company says infrastructure in Southwest Colorado ‘good for service’

May 22, 2019

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Judge allows dog sniffing evidence at Redwine trial, for now

Defense can present further arguments refuting science of cadaver canines

May 22, 2019

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Bear with pizza craving breaks into car near Vallecito

Wildlife officials recommend not leaving food in vehicles

May 21, 2019

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Three boats with mussels found trying to enter Navajo State Park

Threat of invasive species increasing, agency says

May 21, 2019