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Lake Nighthorse construction to commence after Memorial Day weekend

Improved motorboat decontamination system to protect waters from invasive mussels

May 24, 2024

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How did a wildfire east of Bayfield set land managers up for success?

a tour of Dry Lake Fire burn area, forest partners saw firsthand the benefits of fire

May 24, 2024

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Research into Colorado’s Indian boarding school receives new funding

directs researchers to collect confidential oral histories of survivors

May 24, 2024

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Ignacio School District to take down Southern Ute flag Friday

Decision has sparked backlash from some students

May 23, 2024

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Numerous Memorial Day weekend events lined up in Durango

American flags at Greenmount Cemetery before Memorial Day services.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald Durango is ready to again honor the men and…

May 23, 2024

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Wildfire smoke prompts air quality alert for much of Southwest Colorado

that could be impacted include Telluride, Ouray, Silverton, Lake City, Creede and others

May 23, 2024

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In split vote, Durango City Council approves Downtown’s Next Step ‘pilot’ program

Temporary installation will help inform decision-making, some councilors say

May 23, 2024

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Photos: Car crash with injuries

vehicles collided near U.S. Highway 160 and Wildcat Canyon Road (County Road 141)

May 22, 2024

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Durango Derailers to pedal the passes Saturday in support of sick children

Nonprofit helps kids, families pay travel expenses in seeking care

May 22, 2024

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Lawmakers address health care, tribal protections during end-of-session review in Durango

Rep. Barbara McLachlan and Sen. Cleave Simpson drop by library for Q&A with residents

May 21, 2024

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Party representatives put election equipment to the test ahead of June 25 primary

Plata County Logic and Accuracy test found machines compliant

May 21, 2024

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Firefighters grow Spruce Creek Fire to 1,644 acres

officials hope to burn through Friday if weather allows

May 21, 2024

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Residents of affordable housing receive demands for payment but no explanation

52 letters threatening eviction distributed throughout 66-unit Piñon Terrace Apartments

May 21, 2024

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Air tanker base opens for what fire official say could be another active wildfire season

Fly-in a chance for first responders to familiarize themselves with various craft

May 21, 2024

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Tackling homelessness needs to be a communitywide effort, officials say

Durango police, nonprofits work to bridge gaps in achieving common outcomes

May 20, 2024

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Mercy, Anthem reach deal to provide in-network benefits

care industry giants announce 5-year contract

May 18, 2024

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Crews hope to expand wildfire near Dolores to 4,000 acres

Creek Fire has burned 10 acres in an area prepped for prescribed burn

May 17, 2024

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Woman who embezzled nearly $27,000 from a Durango dentistry ordered to reimburse employer

office manager receives five years probation

May 17, 2024

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Heartwood Cohousing looking to add 14 new homes

Bayfield-area neighborhood hopes to complete construction by late 2025

May 17, 2024

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Why do e-bikes get all the love with rebates?

Durango’s voucher program has strong support ahead of today’s deadline

May 17, 2024

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Bayfield native named Navy’s top sailor in 2023

Officer First Class Austin Smith wins award for work on submarine naval base

May 16, 2024

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Gold King Mine owner sells property to government, ending litigation

Hennis will receive $919,000 for property near Silverton

May 16, 2024

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Photos: Another bend in the road

The city of Durango’s street painting efforts took an interesting turn this week in the west 100 block of 11th…

May 16, 2024

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‘Very angry’ patients await resolution of Mercy, Anthem dispute

Contract between hospital system and major insurer lapsed May 1

May 15, 2024