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So you’re thinking about an electric car. How easy is it to get juiced in La Plata County?
Durango and its partners say they are prepared to meet growing demands of electrification
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Dolores awarded grant to study affordable housing
Board is looking for ways to address housing costs
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Dolores is awarded state funds to improve Exon building
Historical building occupied by Kokopelli Bike and Board shop
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Hundreds of students will have access to free lunches this summer in Durango
Durango School District 9-R coordinates with U.S. Department of Agriculture to help fight food insecurity
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Durango wants answers ASAP about county’s plan to close Purple Cliffs
says political will of elected officials a necessity to finding a solution
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Highlights from the debate between the two Republicans running for U.S. Senate
wouldn’t commit to accepting the primary election results; O’Dea says he wouldn’t repeal Obamacare
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Supreme Court rules against Navajo Nation member’s claim of double jeopardy
Americans also can be tried in federal court, justices say
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Primary turnout in La Plata County outpaces 2018
for Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District, statewide and national offices bring out voters
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‘The most we’ve ever seen’: Election messaging drives complaints, ethical questions
Anonymous mailers, Democratic meddling, delayed reporting among issues cited in state and federal Republican primary contests
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‘Horrific’ high-speed crash kills two men in road rally west of Norwood
and passenger were part of Crown Rally auto tour across West
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SCAPE helps local entrepreneurs find investors
Organization has put $30 million behind Southwest Colorado companies during last nine years
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Rain can’t dampen Juneteenth celebrations in Durango
Community members gather at 11th Street Station to celebrate Black culture
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Update: Buster Fire in Dolores County extinguished
helped put out 3-acre wildfire in San Juan National Forest
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The Bridge shelter in Cortez cuts hours as costs rise
Shelter houses up to 41 residents; demand spikes as housing costs rise
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Animas High School graduate to seek solo record on Colorado Trail
Kristina Bodewes pursues women’s self-supported mark for west-to-east trek
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Durango receives half inch of moisture during weekend storms
officials say wind and lightning remain a concern
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20 years later: Missionary Ridge Fire torched homes, devastated lives and taught us lessons
Durango looks back on the historic blaze, those who were there recall conditions similar to today
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Durango Parks and Recreation updates residents about Animas River Trail project
Project at 32nd Street and East Second Avenue expected to be finished in mid-July
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Dolores opens public dog wash station
Service benefits dog-loving locals and tourists, chamber of commerce says
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Longtime prosecutor resigns to pursue private practice
Ottman has been practicing law for 21 years, including 13 with the 6th Judicial District Attorney’s Office in Durango
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Juneteenth celebration planned for Sunday in Buckley Park
More than 150 people attended the Juneteenth celebration last year in Durango. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file)cca A Juneteenth celebration is planned from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Buckley Park…
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Bathroom voyeur sentenced to 45 days jail
rejected previous plea agreement as being too lenient
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Boebert seeks funding for Glenwood Springs bridge after voting against bill that would fund it
Congresswoman is asking for $33.1 million
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Southwest Tea Co. gets loose with ingredients grown on a farm in Mancos
Dana Thompson has 12 blends available at Durango Farmers Market
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Wildfire breaks out in San Juan forest in Dolores County
Fire is 3 acres; federal Type 2 crew is fighting blaze
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Colorado Democrats continue to lead rivals in campaign cash
U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert is the exception to the rule, coming in second to Democratic U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet between April and early June
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Year-round farming can help satisfy off-season demand, but it’s challenging work
extension offers chance to strengthen relationships between local producers, customers
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Best bets in and around Durango
iAM MUSIC will host an outdoor festival Saturday at Buckley Park. (Durango Herald file)du1-i-syn iAM Music will host a summer music festival and late show at 5 and 9 p.m.…
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Fort Lewis College trustees approve one-time $3,000 pay increase for employees
College says bump in salary will help with increased costs of living in Durango
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La Plata County doubles-down on plan to close Purple Cliffs this year
failed efforts to establish a managed camp, officials say dispersed camping can no longer continue