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Boebert looks to replace Haaland at Interior Department if Trump wins

Colorado congresswoman makes interest in secretary job known during interview at Republican National Convention

July 18, 2024

Regional News

14 of the 18 Republican candidates endorsed by Colorado GOP lost their primary races

Party’s unorthodox decision to endorse in primaries divided Republicans

June 26, 2024

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Democrat Adam Frisch is running TV ads in 3rd Congressional District GOP primary

Strategy an apparent attempt to shape race and give himself a better chance to win in November

June 19, 2024

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Republican congressional candidates face off in Durango

contenders sought to distinguish themselves from one another

June 7, 2024

Regional News

When Colorado lawmakers return next year, no Dems will have served in the minority

Democrats have controlled both chambers for years

May 15, 2024

Local News

GOP La Plata County commissioner candidate disqualified from ballot

Bogs narrowly missed a residency requirement

April 2, 2024

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La Plata County Republicans nominate one candidate for commissioner

GOP candidates will appear in second commissioner race, other county races

March 16, 2024

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Small attendance but big ideas at La Plata County Republican caucus in Durango

candidate vying for Lauren Boebert’s seat in CD3 speaks at VFW Post 4031

March 9, 2024

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Over 40% voter turnout in Southwest Colorado for presidential primaries

La Plata County election official ‘very, very happy’ with turnout

March 6, 2024

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La Plata County GOP selects new leaders

Executive committee turnover comes weeks before caucus and assembly

February 1, 2024

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Shelli Shaw, vice chair resign from La Plata County GOP leadership

leaders requested resignation, scheduled no-confidence vote for Jan. 29

January 19, 2024

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La Plata County GOP Chairwoman Shelli Shaw moving, refuses to step down

Leaders of La Plata County Republican Central Committee asked her to step aside Jan. 2; no-confidence vote scheduled for Jan.…

January 11, 2024

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Rep. Boebert heads to District 4 peddling a familiar pitch

“I’m doing everything that I can for the conservative movement to remain a strong voice in Washington, D.C.,” she said…

January 5, 2024

Regional News

Opponents say little has changed with Rep. Lauren Boebert out of District 3 race

Lawmaker announced Wednesday she will run in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District

December 28, 2023

Local News

Although humbled and apologetic, Lauren Boebert is sticking to her guns

‘Closed mouths don’t get fed,’ congresswoman says in interview

October 30, 2023

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La Plata County Republicans say reporters aren’t welcome, but residents want coverage

District 1 commissioner candidates share their views

September 23, 2023

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Protesters picket The Durango Herald

Leaders from La Plata County GOP showed up to protest coverage, bar reporters entry from events

September 12, 2023

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La Plata County GOP leader elected state party vice chair

Scheppelman of Bayfield will serve 2-year term

August 9, 2023

Regional News

Colorado GOP goes all in on trying to block unaffiliated voters from its primaries

party files lawsuit and is considering a bylaw amendment to opt out of primaries

August 2, 2023

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Colorado GOP files lawsuit to close its primary elections

Lawsuit also seeks to ease opt-out procedures that require three-fifths majority

August 1, 2023

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Proposed change to Colorado GOP bylaws would make it easier to block unaffiliated primary voters

Closing Republican primaries has been a major objective of the far right

July 11, 2023

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U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz slated to attend La Plata County GOP dinner

divisive congressman is ‘well-liked,’ says party leader

April 11, 2023

Regional News

Tina Peters sentenced to home detention and fine for obstruction

attorney says an appeal will be immediately filed

April 10, 2023

Local News

‘Back Off Our Benefits’ campaign travels through Durango

Progressive movement attempts to preserve federal programs through cross-country tour

April 3, 2023