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Photo: First train to Silverton

The first Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad train to Silverton for the season makes its way through Durango on…

May 6, 2023

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Yo! Fitness focuses on functional training, smaller classes

Durango Sports Club trainer talks Durango gym market and her process

May 6, 2023

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Photos: Girl Scouts say ‘thank you’ to Durango snowplow drivers, with cookies

Emersyn Roberts, 5, left, Eleanor Dugan, 6, center, and Maggie Webb, 5, with Troop 27994 Girl Scout Daisies in Durango,…

May 5, 2023

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‘Trust the science’ on wolves, says Lauren Boebert

However, scientists say there is no consensus on wolf recovery

May 5, 2023

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LPEA director candidates face off as election gets underway

Ballots were sent this week and should be arriving in mailboxes

May 5, 2023

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What does Southwest Colorado need to better address addiction?

Advocates say comprehensive resources needed, from recovery housing to methadone clinics

May 5, 2023

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 208

About 110 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what kind of business in…

May 5, 2023

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Agriculture Secretary stops in Durango, announces $63 million wildfire prevention spending

‘Lion’s share’ of funds will come to Colorado, says Tom Vilsack

May 5, 2023

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As spring construction ramps up, Durango Public Works says recruitment efforts are paying off

Streets division is nearly fully staffed; department turns focus to utilities maintenance

May 4, 2023

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Photo: Animas City Mountain primed for controlled burn

Eric King makes his way down Animas Mountain Trail on Thursday which the Bureau of Land Management plans to close…

May 4, 2023

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Q&A: Durango water-rights activist uses social media to educate

Lehto has 48,000 followers after one year on Tiktok

May 4, 2023

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City of Durango boards and commissions interviews to commence next week

Councilors will split into teams to streamline applicant selection process

May 4, 2023

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Durango receives distinguished award for 2023 budget

puts out feelers for new financial services administrator

May 4, 2023

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Plan for 202 apartments along Florida Road faces denial after outcry from Durango residents

Council will have the final say June 20

May 4, 2023

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With spring in air, The Hive decides its thyme for growth with a community garden

space features a mural of an octopus weaving between garden beds and seating areas

May 3, 2023

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Colorado hospitals that refuse services, like tying tubes, will have to say so publicly

Legislation will require providers to notify patients about certain types of care they do not provide

May 3, 2023

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Leaving for treatment can be hard; coming back is an added burden

substance abuse patients return, they find same triggers, few support systems

May 3, 2023

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Skier recounts exacting rescue after Silverton avalanche

A fast response and well-trained group were critical saving the skier

May 2, 2023

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Photos: ‘Bob’ the dummy takes a spill at Child Safety Day

Trooper Dustin Moore, with the Colorado State Patrol, watches Bob the dummy who is not wearing his seat belt get…

May 2, 2023

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Purgatory Resort announces second ski extension into May

weather and abundant snowfall allows for prolonged weekend season

May 2, 2023

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Are Durango, La Plata County real estate markets returning to pre-COVID trends?

quarter statistics show some homes are staying on market longer, selling for less

May 2, 2023

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Durango School District 9-R flips the switch for Earth week

Classes turn off lights for 15 minutes to demonstrate how much electricity can be saved

May 2, 2023

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Neighbors unite to save Durango man’s life

‘It’s just such a story about human kindness and selflessness,’ says daughter of man whose life was saved

May 2, 2023

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Silverton locals caught in avalanche, one seriously injured

skiers were on King Solomon; one person required a Flight For Life evacuation

May 1, 2023