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New Fort Lewis College training program aims to create pathways to water careers

Monthlong offering presented by Project RUN, FLC@Work and others

April 30, 2026

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U.S. Army puts Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell’s name on aircraft

The MV-75 Cheyenne II is the newest long-range assault helicopter

April 29, 2026

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U.S. Army to name aircraft after Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell

The MV-75 Cheyenne II is the newest long-range assault helicopter

April 29, 2026

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Cortez police report missing teen is safe, returning home

Shaylin Odell was reported missing after days without contact

April 29, 2026

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Elhi community center in Ignacio faces uncertain future as clock ticks down on building’s life span

Hub is a vital resource for health, literacy, education and inspiration

April 29, 2026

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Durango school board members push back against proposed Sunnyside elementary consolidation

Impact on families too great to justify savings, president says

April 29, 2026

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Durango School District online program will accept small pool of students in inaugural year

Virtual high school learning to launch in August

April 29, 2026

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Emmy-nominated Indigenous filmmaker to speak at Fort Lewis College commencement

‘We’re beyond excited to welcome someone who is deeply committed to telling Indigenous stories,’ FLC president says

April 29, 2026

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La Plata County Tree Study Group is rooted in shared passion for woody plants

Classes include field trips, show-and-tell and whatever spurs members’ curiosity

April 29, 2026

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Mystery truck rolls through Cortez, briefly pausing traffic and sparking questions

Empty vessel tied to Thacker Pass lithium project in Nevada

April 28, 2026

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Forum on proposed Sunnyside consolidation draws vocal crowd

‘No amount of money you save from this closure and consolidation will justify what we will lose,’ parent says

April 28, 2026

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Photos: Building skills

Escalante Middle School eighth graders from left, Wesley Schaefer, 13; Kolten Merrick, 14; and Yanira Rodriguez, 13, build a playhouse…

April 28, 2026

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La Plata County commissioners proclaim May as Foster Care Month

‘We are always in desperate need of foster families, program supervisor says

April 28, 2026

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After-prom event marks more than 20 years of safe celebration

‘It's not just avoiding the bad; it's also promoting connection,’ organizer says

April 28, 2026

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Enterprise plans 18-mile pipeline replacement after 92,000-gallon gasoline spill

La Plata County commissioners criticize lack of public outreach

April 28, 2026

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Fort Lewis College names new diversity affairs vice president

Christine Nelson will take lead on reconciliation, tribal nation partnerships and student belonging

April 28, 2026

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Sexual abuse in jails bill clears temporary red light

Senate Judiciary Committee sends legislation through to appropriations

April 27, 2026

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La Plata County’s Fire Ready Expo planned for May

Attendees can expect panels on new code, power shutoffs and family-friendly games

April 27, 2026

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Resident class-action lawsuit against La Plata Electric Association dismissed

Judge finds LPEA’s board of directors did not violate co-op’s bylaws

April 27, 2026

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Apartment fire breaks out Saturday on Holly Avenue in Durango

Firefighters prevent spread beyond single unit

April 27, 2026

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Durango asks court to weigh in on anti-mask initiative

City officials cite legal uncertainty, potential federal consequences if ordinance passes

April 27, 2026

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Life, liberty and puzzles: Meet the Durango residents hooked on craft jigsaws

Hobbyists spend hours admiring and sharing wooden brainteasers

April 27, 2026

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Public meetings for the week April 27-May 1

City of Durango Monday, April 27 Community Development Commission meeting, 5 p.m., Smith Council Chambers, City Hall, 949 East Second…

April 26, 2026

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Animas High students host multiday arts festival

‘We’ve needed the support of our community to pull (this) off,’ organizer says

April 26, 2026