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Judge rejects sentencing deal in sex-assault case
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Judge rejects sentencing deal in sex-assault case

September 26, 2014

Buniondu1-i-syn “I’m not satisfied he’s accepting responsibility,” said Herringer, a judge in the 6th Judicial District. Bryan Bunion, 26, of Kirtland, New Mexico, had previously pleaded guilty to raping a…

The Blotter
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The Blotter

September 26, 2014

Friday 12:28 a.m. Someone reported hearing a possible gunshot in the 1100 block of East Fifth Ave. Thursday 7:09 p.m. A man was arrested for shoplifting at Walmart, 1155 South…

Booked for 30 years
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Booked for 30 years

September 26, 2014

Maria’s Bookshop owners Andrea Avantaggio and Peter Schertz, right, chat with longtime customer Joel Jones on Friday as the store celebrates its 30th anniversary. The couple has owned the business…

Lights, camera, Tarantino
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Lights, camera, Tarantino

September 26, 2014

In December, Quentin Tarantino is planning to shoot “Hateful Eight” at the Schmid Ranch on Wilson Mesa near Telluride.Associated Press file photo But in December, the Telluride area will be…

Stop signs planned for East Animas Road
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Stop signs planned for East Animas Road

September 26, 2014

Jim Davis, director of the county’s Public Works, did not respond to calls requesting comment. According to a news release from La Plata County, the new stop signs will make…

Local Briefs
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Local Briefs

September 26, 2014

The Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering is seeking entries for its motorless parade, which will be held Oct. 4. Entries will be accepted on the morning of the parade but advanced…

Compañeros leader resigns
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Compañeros leader resigns

September 26, 2014

Nicole Mosher, director, of Compañeros: Four Corners Immigration Resource Center in Durango protested immigration deportation in early April in downtown Durango. After four years, Mosher is leaving as executive director…

August DUIs/DWAIs
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August DUIs/DWAIs

September 26, 2014

The following are convictions made in August 2014 for driving under the influence with a blood-alcohol content of 0.08 percent or higher or by prescription or illegal drugs. Unless otherwise…

Skate park to close this week
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Skate park to close this week

September 26, 2014

The city of Durango’s skate park in Schneider Park will be closed for maintenance next week.Durango Herald file photo The skate park will be closed Monday through Friday to perform…

Ignacio might get  Family Dollar store
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Ignacio might get Family Dollar store

September 25, 2014

“We had a discussion with Family Dollar. They are excited about trying to come to town,” Town Manager Lee San Miguel told trustees. But he advised that the recently re-activated…

BHS still scoring
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BHS still scoring

September 25, 2014

BHS sophomore Findlay Marshall, right, moves in for a defensive swipe Tuesday against Montezuma-Cortez High School. The Wolverines played better than the 4-1 score suggested, controlling the ball for much…

Calendar of Events
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Calendar of Events

September 25, 2014

Brisket dinner & Bar D Wranglers performance for Bayfield Heritage Days, 5:30 p.m. old Bayfield Middle School on South Street. Tickets on sale at Pine River Valley Bank, First National…

Cowboy poets will gather next weekend
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Cowboy poets will gather next weekend

September 25, 2014

The gathering features an array of events in downtown Durango, with headquarters at the Strater Hotel. A complete schedule and ticketing information can be found at www.durangocowboypoetrygathering.org or by calling 749-2995. This…

Music is a gas
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Music is a gas

September 25, 2014

The Bayfield High School Marching Wolverines performed Saturday at the AmeriGas customer appreciation day in Bayfield. The company donated proceeds from its sales of propane for barbecue tanks to the…

County treasurer requires integrity
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County treasurer requires integrity

September 25, 2014

I actually AM a licensed CPA, and having queried our well-respected current treasurer, it is clear his is not an accounting job. Treasurer is a position of great responsibility, of…

Valley in brief
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Valley in brief

September 25, 2014

Upper Pine River Fire District Auxiliary will sell breakfast burritos, coffee and hot chocolate downtown Saturday morning for Bayfield Heritage Day. Proceeds benefit the auxiliary’s projects supporting local firefighters and…

Assessor explains 2012 property values
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Assessor explains 2012 property values

September 25, 2014

This time of year, assessors measure the growth in last year’s economy using our Aug. 25 Abstract of Assessment, much like a gardener. We look at all property types and…