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In era of vaccine skepticism, La Plata County Public Health encourages trust in professionals
Immunization development has 100 years of research behind it, director says
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After unseasonable warmth, San Juan peaks may get 6-12 inches of snow Sunday
Warmer temps end, bringing rain to valleys and snow to the high country
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Three Springs Elementary School: What to expect
Architects describe sprawling multipurpose library, porches off each classroom and playground built into landscape
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Measles case identified in Montezuma County
Southwest Open School closed for remainder of week during investigation
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Durango man charged with alleged ninth drunken driving offense
John Cochran, 56, was arrested Monday by La Plata County Sheriff’s Office
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Construction on Florida Road guardrails starts next week
Beginning Monday, work is estimated to take a little over month
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Montezuma County man accused of sexually assaulting a minor
Yearslong investigation by La Plata County Sheriff’s Office led to felony charges
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A Mancos breeder trains a Westminster contender
Beehive Great Danes earns Westminster invite after years of work
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Northern lights put on dazzling show Tuesday across Southwest Colorado
Second showing expected tonight, but clouds may interfere with viewing
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Michael Bennet rolls out new education policy in race for governor
Candidate wants to expand apprenticeships, work experience opportunities
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Durango honors service, sacrifice at annual Veterans Day parade
‘As young men, we put our lives on the line,’ local Navy veteran says
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Durango’s Next Step costs ever present on residents’ minds
Public works says combining utility, streetscape projects is financially strategic
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Animas River Trail reconstruction faces delays in Durango
City says heavy rains, unstable soil conditions delayed progress
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Man killed in officer-involved shooting north of Durango identified
Deputy’s name not yet released
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Women’s Resource Center executive director leaves abruptly
Board to appoint interim leader amid ‘transition period’
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‘Unhoused in Durango’ shares firsthand accounts of living without stable housing
‘This is especially important right now … the level of homelessness is about to go up,’ moderator says
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Hatchet-wielding suspect caused thousands in damage to Durango motel room, affidavit says
Suspect charged with multiple felonies, including menacing and criminal mischief
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Head-on crash snarls traffic on north Main Avenue in Durango
No injuries reported, city spokesman says
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Dolores seeks bids for $102K river rehab project
Bids due Nov. 19 for no-rise project through CPW’s Fishing is Fun grant program
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ICE debate stirs tension at legislative forum in Dolores
Lawmakers’ update on Colorado’s special session ends in emotional exchange
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Orphaned wells are ticking time bombs. In La Plata County, most have been defused
Colorado’s decade-long push to mitigate abandoned oil and gas sites has set a national standard, state officials say
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Veterans Day to be celebrated Tuesday in Durango with parade, VFW open house
The Durango Veterans Day Parade on Nov., 11, 2023. (Durango Herald file)cca Veterans Day will be celebrated Tuesday in Durango with a parade on Main Avenue and an open house…
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Durango blacksmith forges artistic hardware for homes
Owner wants to open storefront to display iron knobs, handles, rods and hooks
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La Plata County saw record turnout in off-year election
Voter participation hit 47%, reflects wave of civic engagement; mirrors national Democratic gains
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Photos: Time to swap
Avery Wickes, with Ski Barn Durango, set out items on Friday for the annual Hesperus Ski Patrol Ski Swap on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Exhibit…
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Photo: SNAP relief donations
Kathleen Shadell, a volunteer, hands a brochure to Janelle Maynes about how to make a donation to a SNAP emergency relief fund on Saturday at Albertsons grocery store. The The…
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Fort Lewis College student board reverses decision on Turning Point USA chapter
Organization granted formal club status; ASFLC gives no rationale for change of heart
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Durango City Council postpones vote on 10 mph speed restriction for Animas River Trail
Proposed limit too slow, misses point, residents say
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Durango businesses, health care advocates worry about insurance spikes
‘It’s a nice benefit to give (employees), but we have to make sure it’s feasible,’ 4Corners Riversports says
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Defense expert testifies on consent and memory in Wall’s sex-assault trial
Prosecutors highlight past testimony in Cosby, Weinstein trials