San Juan Basin Health Department

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Front-line workers, not showing symptoms, can get COVID-19 tests

Pre-emptive testing can help curb outbreaks, health officials say

December 3, 2020

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Santa Claus to arrive by helicopter for holiday parade in Ignacio

aims to be go-to spot for holiday lights

December 3, 2020

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COVID-19 outbreak reported at Hilltop House

causes host of issues for community corrections facility

December 3, 2020

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State reports new COVID-19 outbreaks in La Plata County

grocery store, downtown hotel join list of 16 active cases

December 3, 2020

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Tensions rise with restaurant closures in Durango

CJ’s Diner issued cease-and-desist order for allowing in-person seating

December 2, 2020

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Bayfield assisted living center reports COVID-19 outbreak

residents, two employees test positive

November 30, 2020

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What does The Polar Express look like under Level Red?

Railroad’s COVID-19 safety plans OK’d by health department

November 27, 2020

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State reports new COVID-19 outbreaks, including Durango nursing home

Multiple cases also found at business in town

November 26, 2020

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About 125 voice opposition to reopening Bayfield’s schools

District scheduled to start in-person learning Monday

November 25, 2020

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In defiance of health order, Durango restaurant stays open to in-person dining

‘I’m going to sit here and lay down? I’m done with that’

November 25, 2020

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Residents to be notified by text message of possible COVID-19 exposures

department used to make direct phone calls

November 25, 2020

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Durango adds teeth to its mask-wearing ordinance

Penalties start at $50 but could go up to $500

November 23, 2020

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As cases rise, Bayfield schools gear up for in-person learning

have raised concerns about decision process

November 22, 2020

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1,000 cases: What happened in La Plata County?

officials explain why numbers skyrocketed this month

November 21, 2020

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Durango restaurant closes for good because of COVID-19 financial hardships

says breakfast and lunch spot can’t survive another shut down

November 20, 2020

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Four new outbreaks reported in La Plata County restaurants, workplaces

and local health departments aware of 11 active cases

November 19, 2020

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Photo: Fairgrounds COVID-19 testing site can serve up to 250 people a day

Staff members with San Juan Basin Public Health and the La Plata County Emergency Operations Center close down the new…

November 19, 2020

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With COVID-19 cases spiking, La Plata County to enter ‘Level Red’ regulations Friday

Restaurants limited to takeout, gyms reduced to 10% capacity, social gatherings restricted

November 18, 2020

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U.S. senator nominates health director for outstanding service award

Jollon lauded for leadership during pandemic response

November 17, 2020

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San Juan Basin Public Health OK’s Purgatory’s plan to open

plans to welcome first skiers Nov. 21

November 15, 2020

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La Plata County has seven active COVID-19 outbreaks at workplaces, restaurants

department urges employers to let staff work remotely

November 12, 2020

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Health department reports first COVID-related death since July

Plata County resident was between 70 and 80 years old

November 11, 2020

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Durango testing site slammed as COVID-19 cases spike

department takes steps to expand operations

November 11, 2020

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As COVID-19 cases surge, La Plata County will move to ‘Level Orange’

department reports 242 cases in two weeks

November 11, 2020