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La Plata County property values increase after appraisals

Landowners should start receiving new assessments after May 1

Nearly $1.5 million pours into Colorado for Rep. Lauren Boebert, Kerry Donovan

Sen. Michael Bennet hauls in $1.2 million

With vaccinations, a semblance of normalcy returns to La Plata County nursing homes

For the first time in a year – a hug: ‘It’s exciting to see them actually living again’

Montezuma County sees uptick in COVID-19 cases

An outbreak of COVID-19 was reported at the Ute Coffee Shop earlier this month. Three staff members tested positive for the virus.Anthony Nicotera/ The Journal According to data from the…

Dusty snow tied to shorter spring runoff in Southwest Colorado

Five layers have already coated this year’s snowpack, increasing solar radiation

Chance for spring snow starts Saturday morning in Southwest Colorado

High country of San Juan Mountains may get up to 10 inches

Durango plans crosswalk on north Main Avenue

Crossing will address safety, connectivity issues

Photos: Four-lane extension coming to U.S. Highway 550 south of Durango

Archuleta, La Plata counties enter Level Blue public health order

Indoor capacity restrictions lifted, but not social distancing

Fire burned private property, not Oxbow Park, fire district says

Officials re-evaluated land boundaries on 2-acre burn

Durango-area trails closed to protect wildlife now open

These closures remained in place through April 15 to protect wintering mule deer and elk that move down from higher elevations to ride out harsh winter conditions. The agencies coordinate…

Gov. Polis orders flags lowered to honor victims in Indianapolis

The full text of the president’s proclamation: “As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated April 15, in Indianapolis, Indiana, by the authority…

Consultant offers assistance with Medicare enrollment and information

Those who are nearing retirement age are especially encouraged to call for information and assistance with the enrollment process. Moore is also available to discuss Medicare gap coverage and recent…

Colorado Parks and Wildlife urges community to leave young wildlife alone

Deer, elk and pronghorn mothers hide their young for long periods of time while foraging. Young that have been removed cannot be successfully returned to the wild, as the mother…

Construction work to cause traffic impacts at the U.S. Highway 160/Highway 172 intersection

Weather permitting, traffic at the U.S. Highway 160/Highway 172 intersection will be fully stopped beginning at 6 a.m. Monday at least three times as a total of six trucks move…

Deadly Colorado avalanche season prompts reflection on messaging

12 people died in slides statewide, 5 in San Juans as of this week

Pedestrian hit by truck while crossing E. Main Street in Cortez

Man taken to hospital and released; incident remains under investigation

La Plata County man gets prison for violating sexual assault probation

Vance Lee Valencia committed a second sex offense

Bayfield parents push back against school district layoffs

New assistant superintendent position spurs small protest

Photos: Erosion control in the Animas River

Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 117

Participants scored highest on a question about a new requirement at Fort Lewis College, with 98% of respondents correctly answering, “COVID-19 vaccination.” Participants scored lowest on a question about a…

Mountain Middle School to break ground on expansion

Satellite building will add classrooms, maker lab and art studio

Durango police warn of spike in car thefts

Agency reminds residents of steps to minimize property crime

Vigil held in Buckley Park to remember Daunte Wright

Organizer credits BLM movement for increasing accountability of police officers

La Plata County sees surge of new COVID-19 outbreaks

State health department releases updated list every Wednesday

Durango man arrested on suspicion of road rage with cyclist

Joshua David Angle cited on suspicion of felony menacing

Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds residents to be bear-aware

Bird feeders are a major source of bear conflicts and should not be used until late November. Bear problems should be reported to local wildlife offices as soon as they…

Durango Police urge residents to take steps to curb rising vehicle theft

Durango Police Department urges residents to take these precautions to protect their property and help curb the rising trend of vehicle theft. Park in safe, well-lit areas.If valuables must be…

One killed in crash on U.S. Highway 491

Three others injured, taken to Southwest Memorial Hospital

Earth Week Bingo is back with activities and virtual events

Pick up a bingo sheet at The Durango Telegraph, 679 East Second Ave. Suite E2, starting Thursday. Or view and download a virtual version at www. DurangoGov.org/EarthWeek. Participants who complete…