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Did a warming shelter cause problems, like some East Third Ave. residents had feared?

data show more incidents during four-month period, but few can be linked to homelessness

May 12, 2023

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Basin Coop Inc. reports record sales and savings for the year

Members to receive $873,000 in patronage savings

May 12, 2023

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State announces $5 million settlement for Gold King, mining damages

Federal government will open its wallet to address natural resource harms in Bonita Peak Mining District

May 11, 2023

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City of Durango seeks partial design completion for first phase of Lake Nighthorse pipeline

Utilities manager says this will be a collaborative effort with community stakeholders

May 11, 2023

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Animas City Mountain burning expected to resume Friday

smoke expected as Bureau of Land Management burns larger area

May 11, 2023

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Iron Horse Bicycle Classic among races nationwide to be aided by major road closure

10 agencies collaborate every year to make annual rides possible

May 11, 2023

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Iron Horse Bicycle Classic aims for return to roots in 51st annual races

Enhanced focus on safety, community impact planned for this year’s event

May 11, 2023

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Almost 1,900 people signed up for Silverton ride in 2023 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic

Durango-area residents register for the 2016 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic at Mountain Bike Specialists. Race organizers say slots remain open…

May 11, 2023

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Southwest Colorado Education Collaborative to host career pathway expo

will allow students and parents to see what local careers students can pursue

May 11, 2023

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San Juan Basin Public Health director announces departure

10 years at helm, Liane Jollon takes new job on Colorado’s Front Range

May 10, 2023

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Child dies in three-car crash south of Dove Creek

Farmington woman allegedly left scene of DUI stop, caused fatal collision

May 10, 2023

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Durango City Council approves policy statement for climate advocacy group

Statewide organization has 42 municipal and county government members

May 10, 2023

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Vallecito Reservoir prepares for above-average runoff

of Reclamation expects inflow to be more than double reservoir’s capacity

May 10, 2023

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Durango coffee shop falls victim to telephone scam

Life is out $1,500 after an employee was swindled into wiring money

May 9, 2023

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La Plata County commissioners to take over hiring of public health director

of Health to act in advisory capacity through the end of 2023

May 9, 2023

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Developer to revisit design of Sophia Apartments proposed for Florida Road

Proposal to reappear before Planning Commission in June

May 9, 2023

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Cut in fiber-optic line causes widespread internet outage in Southwest Colorado

reports outages across the region and says the problem may be resolved by Tuesday evening

May 9, 2023

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SBA regional administrator says economy’s recovery from pandemic has been impressive

Colorado’s tourism industry and businesses adaptability among reasons for expedited recovery

May 9, 2023

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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory sells frozen yogurt franchise

Company says sale was made to help implement company strategic plan

May 8, 2023

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Bed Bath & Beyond is closing at the Durango Mall

Retailer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in April after facing about $5.2 billion of debt

May 8, 2023

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Animas City Mountain prescribed burn underway

years of planning, a controlled wildfire is just what the doctor ordered

May 8, 2023

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La Plata County likely to seize control over hiring for public health district

Resolution would ‘clarify’ duties of new board, giving it ‘advisory’ powers

May 8, 2023

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Suspect arrested after allegedly stealing trolley, taking joy ride that ended near Ignacio

Durango man arrested after vehicle tires damaged by spike strips

May 6, 2023

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Innovating agriculture, world’s reliance on next generation key themes at Fort Lewis College commencement

than 400 graduates celebrate their successes at graduation attended by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture

May 6, 2023