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Thanks to robust monsoon, Southwest Colorado can expect vibrant fall colors this year
Peak season expected to occur from mid-September through mid-October
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Photos: Construction begins for the new Animas High School
Construction is underway Thursday on the 3.2-acre parcel that will house the new $20 million Animas High School, south of the Bader-Snyder Residence Halls at Fort Lewis College. The 40,500-square-foot…
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Cottonwood tree in north Durango to be removed as part of river trail project
City says keeping tree could cost more than $1million
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Coloradans will get an income-tax cut and refund payment
According to the state controller, the TABOR cap was exceeded by about $454 million
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Bennet says legislation could help fund fire mitigation efforts in Durango
Senator discusses potential benefit of Outdoor Restoration Partnership Act for Southwest Colorado
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City Board of Ethics finds complaint against city councilor groundless
Two former councilors objected to sharing of document about water plan
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Durango School District reports 11 COVID cases, but no outbreak among students
Cases reflect the spread of COVID-19 in La Plata County
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La Plata County man finds new job, new hope
Window washing company helps lift Nathan Pease out of homelessness
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Two Western Slope health care systems announce merger
Axis Health System, The Center for Mental Health will serve 11 counties
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Temperatures in Southwest Colorado could break records this week
Smoke blowing in from Northwest fires triggers air quality advisory
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Draft of Colorado’s congressional map would create a new dynamic in the state
Public hearings scheduled this week about proposed revision of district boundaries
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Are jury questions useful during trials? Foreman in Redwine case thinks so
Jurors have been allowed to question witnesses since 2004 in Colorado
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Silver SPRUCE Academy to break ground on long-awaited permanent location
After years of effort, school construction faces new challenges
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Bayfield to host flu, COVID-19 vaccination clinics
The town of Bayfield, in partnership with Sav-On Pharmacy, San Juan Basin Public Health and Upper Pine River Fire Protection District, will host a half-day flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine…
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People at Purple Cliffs grow frustrated with talk of closing campsite
Campers, government officials and experts favor managed camp
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New Leland House owners preserve historic hotel’s ‘at home in Durango’ brand
Longtime owners Kurt Komick and Diane Wildfang sold the hotel to Chuck and Tanya Ensign, along with their son and his partner
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Photos: More riders make their way to the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally in Durango
Motorcyclists show up Saturday at the Durango Harley-Davidson dealership to check out the vendors and new motorcycles during the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally that ends on Monday. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)Jerry…
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Durango receives no bids to update its affordable housing policy
City says it may look to update Fair Share Ordinance in-house
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Painting and Asperger’s syndrome: A powerful pair
Durango man uses art to spread awareness about being on the spectrum
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Photos: Bikers roll in for the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally
Last year, the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally had an estimated 7,500 participants. This year, organizers are predicting anywhere from 8,000 to 10,000 participants. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file)cca Motorcyclists show up…
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City of Durango will seek advice for spending lodgers tax revenue
Part of conversation will include ‘sustainable tourism’
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Riverbank work for Animas River Trail pedestrian bridge at 32nd Street begins
Construction of bridge foundations of the Animas River Trail pedestrian bridge will begin on the west side of the Animas River next week. Construction activity will be evident on both…
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Lake Nighthorse Wibit Aqua Park to close for season
Monday is the last day the Wibit Aqua Park will be open at Lake Nighthorse. Staff members will begin removing the floating structure for winter storage on Tuesday. Portions of…
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San Juan County, Colorado, records first COVID-19-related death
Coronavirus updates for La Plata, Montezuma, Dolores, San Miguel and Archuleta counties
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Durango man spared jail time over road rage with cyclist
Joshua David Angle followed cyclist to workplace after threatening him
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Creative Economy Commission approves new murals in Durango
Projects designed to beautify neighborhoods
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Seasonal changes announced for recreation at San Juan National Forest campgrounds and McPhee Reservoir
San Juan National Forest will begin closing some campgrounds and reducing services for the fall and winter season. Campers should check a campground’s status online before visiting. Some campgrounds will…
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Sheriff warns public about camper near popular trail in Telluride
‘Be aware of surroundings,’ says San Miguel Sheriff Bill Masters
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Rain brings flash-flood watch to La Plata County
Precipitation comes from former hurricane off Mexico coast
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Sen. Bennet to release draft legislation for National Conservation Area in Dolores River canyon
Proposed land designation would be in Dolores and San Miguel counties, downstream of McPhee Reservoir