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Photo: Giving for the holidays

Hive Durango is helping out families ahead of Christmas

December 12, 2023

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Does the ‘insurrection clause’ apply to presidents? Secretary of State discusses Trump ballot lawsuit in Durango

Griswold says previous court ruling sets a ‘dangerous precedent’

December 12, 2023

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Firefighters to burn slash piles near Durango city limits

Residents asked to avoid calling 911 to report smoke

December 12, 2023

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With days left on the clock, La Plata County prepares for public health transition

Juan Basin Public Health last operating day slated for Dec. 28

December 12, 2023

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Grant awarded to La Plata Open Space Conservancy to protect over 500 acres of land

has not been specified; funding will go toward upfront costs on conservation easement

December 12, 2023

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Third jury trial begins for Durango man suspected of child sex assault

recent trial ended in hung jury after jurors were unable to reach unanimous decision

December 11, 2023

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Durango Planning Commission recommends naming fire station road ‘West 12th Street’

Practicality factored into decision to be sent to City Council

December 11, 2023

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Court rules legal fees sought by Durango resident John Simpson, his attorney are ‘overstated’

pursuing an appeal with results expected in January

December 10, 2023

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Durango architect says two design experts are not enough for new development commission

Resident says decision is like reducing number of medical professionals on a hospital board

December 10, 2023

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San Juan Mountains Association’s Christmas trees stock runs thin as fundraiser nears end

Balsams, white firs and ‘Charlie Browns’ for sale at D&SNG parking lot

December 9, 2023

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Photos: Have you gotten your tree yet?

Hundreds of Christmas trees find new local homes

December 9, 2023

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Cold temps, dry conditions to kick off the week ahead in Southwest Colorado

Forecasters say low temps will be 10 degrees cooler than average

December 9, 2023

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Los Pinos faces familiar allegations of discrimination in lawsuit

Firefighter sought protection from a violent co-worker, was later fired; now seeks $75,000 damages

December 9, 2023

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Cortez police officer returned fire during fatal traffic stop

Colorado Bureau of Investigation said suspect fired shots ‘almost immediately’

December 8, 2023

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Durango man who fired gunshots in neighborhood gets probation

Navarro said he had a psychological break

December 8, 2023

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La Plata County Search and Rescue finds community support

organization brought in over $14,500 in donations on Colorado Gives Day

December 8, 2023

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Photo: Manna lends a helping hand

soup kitchen gives away items for winter

December 7, 2023

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Durango recruits its first Poet Laureate

Distinguished poet Esther Belin published two poetry books through University of Arizona Press and won American Book Award

December 7, 2023

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Community shows support for Durango oncology nurse with brain tumor

patients and families rally to give strength to their favorite caretaker

December 7, 2023

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Hundreds pay tribute to fallen Cortez police officer

Procession includes more than 400 law enforcement personnel

December 6, 2023

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Photo: Chapman Hill Ice Rink open for public skating

Mountain Middle School students take to the ice on Tuesday

December 6, 2023

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Watch live: Memorial services for Cortez Police Sgt. Michael Moran

Officer was killed in the line of duty last week

December 5, 2023

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Missing Durango teen located and returned to family

15-year-old was missing for about 24 hours

December 5, 2023

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Durango city councilor calls for reprimand after ‘manipulative’ motion

Olivier Bosmans adamant more transparency needed

December 4, 2023