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Ruthie Edd of Bayfield studied abroad at American University of Sharjah in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates during Fall 2014. Edd’s…

January 29, 2015

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Beards battle it out at Carver’s

Aaron Easley, left, competes in the beer-absorption contest during the Snowdown Beard Competition on Thursday night at Carver Brewing Co.STEVE…

January 29, 2015

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U.S. Senate nixes recreation bill

Recreation bill fails by 1 vote

January 29, 2015

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Itâ€™s a marathon, not a sprint

Bille Whitacre, center, said the Snowdown Water-Slide-Athon was fun and games at first, but quickly became exhausting as participants climbed…

January 29, 2015

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Looking for love, steampunk style

Hunter Sweat and Kacey Mallow had 90 seconds to see if there was a spark between them Thursday during Snowdown…

January 29, 2015

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Water slide bliss turns into endurance grind

Tiffany Bergman, right, and nine others attempted the Snowdown Water-Slide-Athon sponsored by the Durango Metropolitan Society on Thursday at the…

January 29, 2015

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That’s a phat, phat, phat burger!

Kitchen staff finish preparing a 6 pound hamburger for the Phat Phat Phat Burger Eat Off at the Derailed Pour…

January 29, 2015

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Snow (or rain) may make appearance at parade

Snowdown Light Parade in the eye of S.W. Colorado storm

January 29, 2015

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Firefighters respond to trash fire

Karola Hanks said smoldering trash fires are not uncommon this time of year. “This is the time of year, we…

January 29, 2015

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Hot chocolate + parade = bliss

Alternative Horizons raising funds during Snowdown

January 29, 2015

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Oyster slurping showdown

Contestants in this year’s Snowdown Shuckin’, Suckin’ Oyster Slurping Contest devoir as many oysters on the half shell as they…

January 29, 2015

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Guv touts rural policies

Hickenlooper: State ready for tough new coal rules

January 29, 2015

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Board pledges to renovate stadium

look at fixing school’s field, track

January 29, 2015

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The Blotter

Wednesday 12:11 p.m. Two intoxicated women reportedly skinny-dipped into a hot tub at the Best Western Durango Inn, 21382 U.S.…

January 29, 2015

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FLC wins award for commercial

A commercial Fort Lewis College made to air on CBS during the homecoming game won a national award.Courtesy of Fort…

January 29, 2015

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Dayplanner Friday

Sunrise Yoga, 7-8 a.m. and 8:15-9:15 a.m., Boys and Girls Club of La Plata County, 2750 Main Ave., $5, 259-0385.…

January 29, 2015

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Pagosa Springs man pleads guilty to wildlife charges

Investigation spanned several years

January 29, 2015

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Severance-tax fight looms

Congress worries about diverting money from water

January 29, 2015

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Author to speak at public library

Dee Williams, author of The Big Tiny, will attend a book singing at the Durango Public Library starting at 6:30…

January 29, 2015

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Donations help mend a puppy’s heart

A recently rescued puppy named Sugar wakes up in the intensive care unit after a life-saving heart surgery Tuesday.Courtesy of…

January 29, 2015

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High rent limits Housing Solutions

Organization looks for funds beyond usual federal grants

January 29, 2015

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Local Briefs

Ignacio Community Library, 470 Goddard Ave., will offer these programs: Monday Maker Skill Sessions will take place from 3 to…

January 28, 2015

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Oh, Snow you didn’t …

Yes, once again, Snowdown has arrived, and once again a steady mix of alcohol and ribald joking helped ease the…

January 28, 2015

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Where do they find these words?

Spellebration challenges language lovers

January 28, 2015