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Ax-wielding man suspected of threatening neighbors, barricading himself in apartment

spent about four hours negotiating Grimes before forcing entry to make arrest

February 8, 2024

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Durango in the market for alternative recycling shipping and processing options

glass collection at recycling center still open, despite maintenance closure through most of February

February 8, 2024

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Durango fire department celebrates arrival of new engine

more engines and two four-wheel drive vehicles are on order

February 8, 2024

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District attorney candidates sound off during La Plata County Dems forum

Eley wants to change culture at DA’s office; Sean Murray wants to build on successes

February 8, 2024

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La Plata County Public Health warns of RSV outbreaks

Outbreaks hit three child care centers

February 7, 2024

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911 dispatch center reroutes calls for about 10 hours after software snafu

Third-party vendor was updating technology at Durango La Plata Emergency Communications Center

February 7, 2024

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DurangoScape 2024 to focus on native plants and their benefits to region

conference to host area speakers on March 16

February 7, 2024

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Manna’s revamped culinary program trains Durango’s cooks

years in, students are learning skills to meet restaurants’ needs

February 7, 2024

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Update: Wolf Creek, Molas, Coal Bank passes open; Red Mountain remains closed overnight

Highway 550 closed 10 p.m. Tuesday, parts reopened midday Thursday

February 6, 2024

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More snowfall predicted throughout the week in Southwest Colorado

Atmospheric rivers continue to help snowpack, despite dry start to the winter

February 6, 2024

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CDOT awarded $59 million for U.S. 160 improvements in La Plata County

Additional travel and turn lanes east of Elmore’s Corner, wildlife fencing to be built

February 6, 2024

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Wet weather, warming temps may be triggering early rockslides

slide came down Friday night on La Posta Road near southern Durango city limits

February 5, 2024

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Grief awareness spreading in post-pandemic world, says director at Grief Center of Southwest Colorado

Nonprofit to celebrate 15th anniversary in 2024

February 5, 2024

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Durango Recycling Center to close for most of February for maintenance

Facility scheduled to reopen Feb. 23 or 24

February 4, 2024

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Snowdown Light Parade in Durango has most participation yet

65 floats proceeded up Main Avenue on Friday

February 3, 2024

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‘Fotokite’ gives Durango police a bird’s-eye view of Snowdown crowds

Tethered drone was used during Snowdown Light Parade

February 3, 2024

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National forest accepts second round of comments on HD Mountains drilling

response to public objection, District Ranger opened comment period through Feb. 23

February 3, 2024

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Hesperus man arrested on suspicion of child sex assault

Richardson accused of inappropriate contact involving two children

February 2, 2024

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Durango to place call for artists to beautify sections of Animas River Trail

$35,050 marked for installations or murals in project areas

February 2, 2024

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Road closures scheduled for Friday ahead of Snowdown Light Parade in Durango

65 floats to be featured in annual procession

February 2, 2024

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La Plata County GOP selects new leaders

Executive committee turnover comes weeks before caucus and assembly

February 1, 2024

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Atmospheric river presents opportunity for big weekend snow in Southwest Colorado

San Juan Mountains could experience up to 2 feet of snow this weekend

February 1, 2024

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Durango nonprofit a financial boon to municipal books and media center

Friends of the Library earmarks $65,000 in contributions for 2024

January 31, 2024

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Travel trailer catches fire north of Durango

of blaze remains under investigation

January 31, 2024