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Colorado Sen. Chris Hansen to lead La Plata Electric Association
senator who just won reelection will likely resign by Jan. 9
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Woman found two months ago in Animas River died from accidental drowning
Toxicology report indicates alcohol could have been a factor in death of Joni Allred
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A perennial sunflower planted in Yellow Jacket holds promise
Silphium is in early breeding stages to be a low-input, alternative forage crop
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In La Plata Mountains, possibility of copper mining has neighbors anxious
Metallic Minerals faced stiff opposition at a community meeting in Breen
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Hundreds gather to honor veterans at annual Durango parade
celebrates service, camaraderie and offers therapeutic relief for some
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Despite late surge, Colorado’s 2024 election turnout rate lowest in decades
half of voters had returned ballot as of Friday prior to Election Day
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Durango boy’s vision salvaged through years of treatment
Children’s Hospital Colorado ophthalmology doctor treated patient all his life
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What do Tuesday’s election results say about voters in La Plata County?
Democratic candidates in big-ticket races performed better than those locally
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Some residents want end to Durango’s fluoridation of drinking water
experts defend nearly 80-year practice
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First e-bike trail in San Juan National Forest opens
6.2-mile Cutthroat route runs parallel to Hermosa Park Road
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Upper Pine fire earns third accreditation award from national agency
Department recognized for exceeding medical service standards
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Democratic candidate Katie Stewart wins House District 59
Durango 9-R school board member ran against Ignacio Mayor Clark Craig in 2024 election
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Ute Mountain Ute Tribe receives funding to plan water pipeline from Cortez
Lawmakers urged Bureau of Reclamation for water project funds after denying water rights compensation
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Veterans Day Parade hits Main Avenue on Monday
usually draws hundreds of residents wanting to pay respects to former service members
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Stocks soar, Durango immigrants sweat in wake of overwhelming Trump win
President-elect stirs conflicting confidence and uncertainty
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Contest between Clark Craig and Katie Stewart for Colorado House remains undecided
votes yet to be counted, Republican candidate not ready to concede
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Durango residents charged on suspicion of theft at Canyonlands historic site
Roxanne McKnight, 39, and Dusty Spencer, 43, were allegedly caught on camera in March
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Republican Jeff Hurd beats Democrat Adam Frisch in CD3 race
main difference between the candidates is their stance on abortion
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Photos: A snowy day
Riders participate in the Fort Lewis College and community cyclocross practice on Wednesday as fresh snow covers the campus. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca Deer hang out in the trees on Wednesday…
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Matt Salka reelected La Plata County commissioner
Incumbent led his Republican opponent Paul Black by 12 percentage points
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$150 million school district bond passes in Durango
9-R plans to build new school in Three Springs, possibly affordable housing for teachers and staff
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Hurd and Frisch race neck and neck with more than half of votes tallied
Candidates battle for open seat in Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District
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Sen. Cleave Simpson wins reelection in Senate District 6
Republican incumbent secured a 10% margin of victory over Democrat Vivian Smotherman
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House District 59 race between Katie Stewart and Clark Craig too close to call
Democratic candidate leads by about 3 percentage points
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Voters overwhelmingly approve La Plata County lodgers tax reallocation
than 69% of electorate said ‘yes’ to spending revenue on workforce housing, child care
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Uncontested La Plata County candidates sail to victory
Positions for DA, county commission had no challengers
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Voter turnout expected to hit 80% or higher in La Plata County
Reproductive rights, economy and housing front of mind for Election Day voters
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Video: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad upgrading train tracks
phases of project underway at Camino del Rio and Main Avenue
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Veterans, Navajo Code Talkers honored with mural unveiling at American Legion in Durango
Plata County Historical Society, Indigenous tribal representatives, Chamber of Commerce speak at ceremony