Bayfield & Ignacio

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Vallecito Marina did just fine in 2020. What will this summer bring?

COVID-19 pandemic brought more business to lake community north of Durango

April 30, 2021

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New garden takes root in Bayfield with focus on healthy ingredients, food security

Students learn about produce production to help others

April 24, 2021

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La Plata County fire districts explore virtual reality

tests whether new technology improves skills

April 24, 2021

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Parents launch support group to help ‘neuro-diverse’ children

Conditions include autism, Tourette syndrome and attention deficit disorder

April 20, 2021

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Ignacio family featured on DIY Network

and tribulations of building an earthen house featured on ‘Building Off the Grid’

April 19, 2021

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With vaccinations, a semblance of normalcy returns to La Plata County nursing homes

the first time in a year – a hug: ‘It’s exciting to see them actually living again’

April 17, 2021

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Bayfield parents push back against school district layoffs

assistant superintendent position spurs small protest

April 15, 2021

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Federal bill seeks to preserve Native American languages

Federal legislation could enhance Ute language education efforts

April 8, 2021

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Bayfield library launches program to help children get ready for school

Activity bags, podcast lay groundwork for kindergarten

April 5, 2021

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A year into pandemic, restaurants in Pine River Valley feel ‘optimistic’

anticipate good year ahead after surviving COVID-19

April 5, 2021

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Bayfield family reaches settlement with Tri-State over injured horses

says unmaintained, exposed wires hurt three animals; one euthanized

March 30, 2021

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Ignacio identifies 6 town priorities in new long-range plan

include broadband, housing, infrastructure

March 28, 2021

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Two children injured in crash involving school bus

Colorado State Patrol says bus driver cited with careless driving causing injury

March 26, 2021

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Bayfield goes outdoors with Easter scavenger hunt

plans COVID-safe celebration

March 24, 2021

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Ignacio School District saves taxpayers $345,000

Refinancing bonds possible because of strong financial position

March 24, 2021

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New Bayfield gym teaches Native American fighting art

River Valley to be hub for guardian art

March 21, 2021

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Bayfield declares Upper Pine Fire day

celebrates fire district’s leadership during pandemic

March 19, 2021

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Bayfield school superintendent to lead Southwest educational collaborative

Partners push for building, environmental education for high school students

March 18, 2021

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Proposed massive natural gas compressor station near Bayfield faces major setback

Company missed deadline to submit plans; project considered ‘expired’

March 16, 2021

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Bayfield restaurant and coffee shop calls it quits

Fork Cafe opened in 2012 and became a hub for meetings, community gatherings

March 14, 2021

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International magazine features La Plata County’s rising star, Tyller Gummersall

Singer-songwriter’s traditional approach rooted in Ignacio area

March 11, 2021

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Superintendent to stay in Bayfield after out-of-state job search

3-year contract renewed by school board

March 4, 2021

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Bayfield School District, facing $1 million deficit, plans layoffs

least 10 full-time positions expected to be cut

March 3, 2021

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Bayfield schools receive $328,000 to improve broadband access

Town, school partner on internet improvements

March 2, 2021

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Bayfield library brings latest tech, including Zoom, to seniors

‘We’re happy to be a source of empowerment’

February 27, 2021

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Southern Colorado scenic byways get national designation

bring billions in revenue statewide

February 21, 2021

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Ignacio vaccinates 514 at COVID-19 clinic

Southwest Colorado boasts one of highest immunization rates in the state

February 18, 2021

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Ignacio opens first electric vehicle charging station

ports offer full charge in 4 to 6 hours

February 18, 2021

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Ignacio School District chooses internal candidate as next superintendent

‘The district will be in good hands’

February 13, 2021

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Can homemade lasagna be the thing that lifts our neighbors?

A simple meal can show you care during pandemic, food insecurity

February 11, 2021