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Suspect in Albuquerque bank robbery returns to Hesperus home while case proceeds
No plea has been entered; next court date is pending in New Mexico
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Four Corners farmers say it was a good year, despite some setbacks
Market vendors report plentiful crops, but a lack of water and labor
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The Osprey Packs story: Its roots, success, sale and its future in Cortez
No major changes planned at company headquarters
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‘Great Resignation’ hits snowplow drivers: ‘Some (people) are not going to be happy with the level of service’
Durango residents can expect slower and less extensive plowing this winter
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Snowdown to require COVID-19 vaccination or negative test for some events
Organizers ask attendees to adhere to federal, state and local mandates
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A Colorado family tried to save their cattle ranch by betting big on rare birds. It’s paying off.
From getting the folks at Audubon to certify the ranch as bird-friendly, to selling carbon sequestration credits for the tall grass, the May Ranch near Lamar is modernizing stewardship.
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Nugget Mountain Bar and La Plata County spar over permitting
What was good during height of pandemic is now subject to intense scrutiny
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McDonna’s Farm lights up La Plata County for the Christmas holiday
Each year, more lights and inflatable decorations are added to the display
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Winter weather is on its way to Southwest Colorado
After weeks of above-normal temperatures, two storm systems bring promise of snow
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Patriotism then and now: College students reflect on Pearl Harbor anniversary
History class discusses U.S. work culture, political extremism
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Group with diverse interests comes together for first-of-its kind dust-on-snow workshop
More than 80 scientists, water and land managers, Indigenous leaders and ranchers discuss snowpack issues
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Photos: Shoppers fill downtown Durango during Noel Nite
Zoe Handly, 12, left, Lucy Nass, 13, center, and Esmeralda Garcia, 12, talk to their friends while they sell baked goods as a fundraiser for Bella Dance Studio on Friday…
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Suspected shooter charged with second-degree murder, tampering with evidence
Nicolo Tonelli, 24, faces up to 48 years in prison
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La Plata County driver who hit, killed professional cyclist gets prison
Family travels from Germany for Friday’s sentencing hearing
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Photos: Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival features 70 vendors this weekend
Rasta Stevie holds a spirit wand that his wife, Feather Smith, and her son, Che Smith, made for their business, Found Activated Art, on Friday. They are setting up for…
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FLC partners with Los Alamos National Laboratory to promote Indigenous women in physics
Two students selected for an internship with nuclear and particle physicists
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Bayfield man suspected of mutilating dog by dragging it behind his car near Cortez
Sheriff: Dustin Edward Martinez refused to have his dog euthanized after a witness took him and his dog to vet
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First project for newly formed wildfire mitigation group: Durango homeless camp
Crews build half-mile line around encampment
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Have you been keeping up with your local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 143
About 120 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about where there was a reported COVID-19 outbreak, with 93% of respondents correctly answering, “Rocky Mountain…
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Durango Festival of Trees and Wreaths begins Friday
More than 60 items up for auction online starting noon Friday
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Event to discuss ‘Indigenous mascots’ is abruptly canceled in Durango
Community conversation called off shortly after Toh-Atin Gallery co-owner sends email
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Photo: A sunny stroll along the Animas River
Sunny skies and temperatures in the 60s on Thursday drew people to the Animas River. Sunny skies and warm weather will return Friday, according to the National Weather Service. A…
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Fundraiser organized for deputy who lost home in fire
La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Tiana Mihalich lost her home Tuesday in an early morning fire north of Ignacio. She rescued her animals, but fire crews were unable to…
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Got COVID-19? Mobile unit that administers monoclonal antibodies in Durango may help
Treatments said to lower risk of hospitalization among those who test positive
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Local public health officials prepare for omicron variant but await more information
Colorado sees first confirmed case Thursday
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Victim of fatal crash on U.S. Highway 491 is identified
Head-on crash with semitrailer caused vehicles to catch fire
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Will a flood of federal money finally fix broadband in Southwest Colorado?
Experts say it helps, but a local effort and new ideas are needed
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Colorado Democrats blast Boebert but stop short of calling for censure
Republican members of Colorado’s U.S. House delegation have not commented on Boebert’s anti-Muslim remarks
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With e-bikes booming in popularity, will Durango allow them on soft-surface trails?
A trial period came to an end this week; results to be analyzed
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Lake Nighthorse sees 14% increase in visitors this year
Adding a beach area and floating park creates more recreation opportunities