Bayfield & Ignacio

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New ELHI director sees bright future for community center

Allison Leath arrives in Ignacio after life-changing adventure

July 9, 2020

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Bayfield author draws ‘eerie’ similarities between 1918 and 2020

‘History, of course, repeats itself,’ says Curt Brown

July 7, 2020

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Ignacio Community Library reopens to indoor use

Director is ‘cautiously optimistic’ about staying open

July 5, 2020

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Citizen-led Bayfield parade celebrates Independence Day

Bayfield residents gather on East Mill Street after town cancels official events

July 4, 2020

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Giant American flag can’t be missed near Bayfield

build 100-foot pole, raise flag as message of hope

July 2, 2020

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Local Native American poet talks trauma on national podcast

‘You are the answers to our ancestors’ prayers’

June 27, 2020

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Bayfield canceled its Fourth of July parade, so residents organized their own

Organizers have yet to file paperwork for permit

June 24, 2020

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Are we receptive to police reforms in Southwest Colorado?

Protesters, law enforcement and government leaders agree changes must occur

June 19, 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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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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Bayfield has highest census response rate in La Plata County

areas of the Pine River Valley have among lowest response rates in county

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

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Bayfield mourns passing of Jim Harrington, former town marshal

‘Icon’ in law enforcement left ‘big shoes to fill’

June 14, 2020

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Bayfield residents say no to a mandatory face-mask order

Residents said they are doing their part, survey shows

June 11, 2020

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Bayfield residents say no to a mandatory face mask order

Residents said they are doing their part, survey shows

June 11, 2020

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Bayfield petition moves to ban Confederate flag from parades

gathers about 3,400 signatures

June 11, 2020

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Bayfield hands out cleaners, PPE to local businesses

Hard-to-find supplies help small shops during reopening effort

June 10, 2020

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Traffic delays expected Wednesday on U.S. Highway 160 near Bayfield

Traffic delays are expected Wednesday on U.S. Highway 160 near Bayfield.Durango Herald file The Colorado Department of Transportation will repair…

June 9, 2020

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Former Bayfield town marshal dies after being struck by tree branch

Harrington was at gathering where friends were renewing vows

June 8, 2020

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Pine River Shares launches Victory Garden Campaign

kits could help improve food access

June 4, 2020

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Bayfield takes wait-and-see approach on mask requirements

Businesses seem to be on board

June 3, 2020

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Habitat for Humanity builds despite coronavirus challenges

home projects expected to be complete by September

June 3, 2020

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Lemon Reservoir struggles to fill, while Vallecito nears capacity

farmers will see a shorter irrigation season

May 31, 2020

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Summer reading programs bring magic to La Plata County libraries

Students can lose up to half a year of academic skills when school is out

May 27, 2020

Youth Sports

Youth sports organizations feel heat of COVID-19

offer refunds, others do not with survival at stake

May 23, 2020

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Bayfield and Ignacio undecided about requiring masks

coverings remain recommended, not required

May 21, 2020

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Bayfield closes key thoroughfare for six months after road collapse

A three-week fix will instead take half a year to keep irrigation water flowing

May 20, 2020

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Colorado pauses to remember COVID-19 victims

Cities, counties and organizations to flip switch on red lights to pay tribute

May 16, 2020

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Have you dropped off your LPEA ballot? Voters have until 4 p.m. today

renewable investment up for debate

May 15, 2020

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Bayfield can drive to the supply drive to support Navajo neighbors

Friends of the Bayfield Library to host curbside donation event

May 14, 2020