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About 100 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what was in the tanker…

June 2, 2023

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Flying dinosaur exhibit lands at Powerhouse Science Center in Durango

Visitors will learn about behavior and eating habitats of pterosaurs

June 2, 2023

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Lose your boat on the river? Call 911

Dispatchers hope to avoid unnecessary responses to overturned watercraft

June 1, 2023

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‘The possibilities are endless’: Seven walk in Durango’s GED graduation ceremony

36 have successfully completed program so far this year

June 1, 2023

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La Plata County Humane Society hosts annual adopt-a-thon Friday and Saturday

hope to free up shelter space for new animals

June 1, 2023

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Photos: Wet times ahead

Mason Hargrove, from Phenix City, Ala., sponsored by Jackson Kayaks and NRS, plays in Smelter Rapid on Thursday at the…

June 1, 2023

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Working group acquires resources to decrease human-bear conflict in La Plata County

A resource officer will help enforce ordinance, and a hotline will help monitor sightings

June 1, 2023

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Adult Education Center in Durango to host 5k and 10k fundraiser

GED, English as second language programs receive up to half of funding from community donations

June 1, 2023

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Over 250 nonprofits signed up for Rural Philanthropy Days next week in Southwest Colorado

Conference aims to connect local organizations with Front Range donors

June 1, 2023

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La Plata County announces two finalists for health department director

invited to meet candidates June 8

May 31, 2023

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Durango drag scene thrives, winning ‘best in show’ at DIVA awards

Performers provide an outlet for queer people to express themselves

May 31, 2023

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Southwest Colorado Regional Law Enforcement Academy graduates 11

Archuleta County sheriff tells cadets to focus on attributes when entering the field

May 30, 2023

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Hiker slips, fatally hits head in La Plata Canyon

Russell Hill, 62, was rescuing his dog from swift-moving waterway

May 30, 2023

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Photo: Mother Earth

People on Tuesday walk near Mother Earth, the newest art installation in the Durango Botanic Gardens Literary Garden at the…

May 30, 2023

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Boards give green light for city of Durango, fire district land swap

represents ‘legacy decision’ to end decadeslong search for site of new downtown station

May 30, 2023

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Prescribed burn north of Bayfield expected to wrap up today

1,300 acres are being treated in the Beaver Meadows and First Notch areas

May 30, 2023

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Hower Built says Southwest Colorado is growing market for camper buildouts

says more young professionals want to live out camper life

May 30, 2023

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Veterans remember the fallen during Memorial Day ceremonies

service members reflect on younger generations and what it means to serve your community

May 29, 2023

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Iron Horse Bicycle Classic spectators praise event, even without downtown events

ride caps off weekend at Chapman Hill

May 29, 2023

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Business owners, residents skeptical of proposed changes to midtown Durango

turns from Main Avenue onto 14th Street likely to be prohibited

May 29, 2023

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Cyclists embark on McDonald’s Citizen Tour to Silverton in 51st Iron Horse Bicycle Classic

1,906 riders were registered for the iconic ride

May 27, 2023

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DHS graduating class of 2023 raises the bar in excellence

Interpretation services are overhauled for Spanish-speaking families at ceremony

May 27, 2023

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Some Durango business owners indifferent about Iron Horse moving out of downtown

executive director says change in location frees up space

May 27, 2023

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Durango to offer free bus service through August

transit meant to showcase public transportation, get cars off road and reduce greenhouse gas emissions

May 26, 2023