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2 Durangoans killed in avalanche near Ophir Pass
Jeff Paffendorf, 51, and Albert Perry, 55, perish in Saturday slide
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Weekly planner for Dec. 21-25
du1-i-syn City of Durango: La Plata County: www.co.laplata.co.us or call 382-6210. Town of Bayfield: www.bayfieldgov.org or call 884-9544. Town of Ignacio: www.colorado.gov/pacific/ignacio or call 563-9494. Bayfield School District: www.bayfield.k12.co.us or…
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Wreaths placed in county cemeteries to honor fallen veterans
Event hosted by American Heritage Girls and VFW
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Is Durango Police Department’s mission aligned with community values?
Advisory panel offers feedback about issues of homelessness, social reform
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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 101
Participants scored highest on a question about the Colorado Department of Transportation’s plans for U.S. Highway 160, with 92% of respondents correctly answering “A wildlife overpass and underpass.” Participants scored…
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Will Durango churches boost in-person attendance?
U.S. Supreme Court signals governments can’t limit attendance at houses of worship
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Christmas tree recycling drop-off opens at Santa Rita Park
Residents may drop off their natural trees, free of ornaments and tinsel, at the drop-off site near the large playground area. Trees will be recycled into mulch. For more information,…
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Could La Plata County return to Level Orange in coming weeks?
Health officials warn holiday gatherings could increase cases
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Fort Lewis College begins salary adjustments
One raise in three years has led to pay inequities
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Driven by Front Range, new oil and gas rules will impact La Plata County
State regulations protect environment, health, supporters say
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Glacier Cares raises $50,000 for gift cards, then makes donation to Durango families in need
Win-win helps local businesses and brightens holidays
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Economic leaders seek 5-star certification for Durango businesses
Push underway to apply for state program allowing more freedom from COVID-19 restrictions
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La Plata County seeks board and commission members
Board of Review.Citizens Review Panel for Child Welfare Grievances.Community Corrections Board.Core Services—Therapeutic and Life Skills Committee.Durango-La Plata County Airport Commission.Durango Public Library.Durango Hills Road Improvement District Advisory Committee.Extension Advisory Committee.Fire…
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Rapid testing arrives in La Plata County
Quick results can help identify outbreaks in high-risk locations
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Elected officials grill Mercy over lack of transparency about COVID-19 pandemic
Leaders take issue with lack of data, saying it sows distrust within community
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Judge orders mental health treatment for woman who abused animals
Elizabeth Jackson must serve three years’ probation
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Durango business owners air frustrations with COVID-19 restrictions
City officials have adopted several measures to help businesses
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Durango nursing home says it is following public health advice
Outbreak has infected 147 people, linked to 12 deaths
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Law enforcement pulls off Shop with a Cop event in Durango
Officers use layaway, drive-thru gift-giving to support families
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Durango School District 9-R releases plan for return of in-person classes
Priority placed on bringing back youngest students
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First-year restaurants stick it out through pandemic
Three businesses in Pine River Valley determined to survive
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Former deputy with Bayfield Marshal’s Office decertified for dishonesty
Eight officers statewide will no longer serve in Colorado
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La Plata Electric Association will offer plan to buyout Tri-State contract
Co-op’s deadline to submit method to federal energy agency is Jan. 29
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First COVID-19 vaccine shots given in La Plata County
‘I’m feeling very emotional. This is an exciting, historic moment,’ doctor says
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In latest outbreak, 12 test positive at Vallecito Baptist Church
Sonic, Pizza Hut and Highway 3 Roadhouse also report cases
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Durango School District 9-R commits to protect Buckley Park
Agreement with city begins search for equitable land swap
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Peak Health Alliance announces extension of open enrollment deadline
The extension was granted by the state’s health insurance marketplace, Connect for Health Colorado. People interested in Jan. 1 coverage can explore Summit, Grand and Lake county plan features at…
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Lawsuit seeks to close GCC Energy’s King II coal mine
Conservation groups say more thorough water study will show excavation unsafe
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Offer ideas to help design new Animas High School
The Osprey Community Design Charrette will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday. The Zoom meeting will allow students, parents, alumni, staff members and all interested people to attend and offer…
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Durango Chamber of Commerce hires new manager
Olyerdu1-i-syn She will replace Rita Simon, who will retire at the end of the year. Oyler will assist businesses in La Plata County through communication, advocacy, education, marketing, leadership and…