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What to expect from an above-average spring runoff

reservoirs are likely to fill; meanwhile, rapid snowmelt could result in flooding

April 7, 2023

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April 6, 2023

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New Italian restaurant to open where The Palace used to be located

wants to bring authentic Italian family recipes to Durango

April 6, 2023

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Solar installation reaps $10,000 savings for one La Plata County fire district

Pine’s panels are expected to pay for themselves within 10 years

April 6, 2023

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Colorado Highway 184 is reopened after repair

culvert installed; flooding caused three-week closure

April 6, 2023

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They paved Peach Valley’s produce spot and put up a parking lot

Durango High School construction forces out longtime summer fruit vendor

April 6, 2023

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The Hub, an alternative school, looks to recenter at new location in Durango

Program providing services to students needing more attention must leave Big Picture building

April 5, 2023

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Local authors debut Mesa Verde Writers Conference

successful authors will host immersive workshops in fiction and poetry at the scenic Harmony Barn in Mancos

April 5, 2023

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Recount may be needed in too-close-to-call Durango City Council race

Harrison Wendt to pursue voter outreach during ballot curing process

April 5, 2023

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Bayfield trustees set to hire new town marshal

Michael Hoguet has more than three decades of law enforcement experience

April 5, 2023

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New fees, design rules lead to fewer bump-outs this spring in downtown Durango

A ‘pedlet’ in 700 block of Main Avenue is a new take on program

April 5, 2023

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Durango area public land closures extended

Peak, Bodo wildlife areas and Animas City Mountain upper trails remain closed through April 30

April 4, 2023

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Gilda Yazzie wins seat on Durango City Council; race too close to call for second open seat

six votes separate Dave Woodruff and Harrison Wendt

April 4, 2023

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La Plata County considers recommended changes to gas and oil regulations

Commissioners receptive to reducing 500-foot setback rule

April 4, 2023

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Water reuse gains attention in drought era

Colorado has regulations for gray water systems; La Plata County considering a new ordinance

April 4, 2023

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Graffiti vandals make their mark on Durango taxpayers’ time and wallets

say scrawlings are more visible but have not increased significantly with arrival of spring

April 4, 2023

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Murder suspect, who was 17, to stand trial as adult for killing Bayfield Speedway clerk

Damitre Burch faces 40 years in prison for 2021 homicide

April 4, 2023

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Q&A: Durango storyteller and artist receives 2023 Extraordinary Woman Award

Reynolds is recognized for national Women’s Month theme, ‘Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories’

April 4, 2023

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Indian taqueria and electronic dance music bar coming to Durango’s Main Avenue

fusion restaurant applies for business license at previous Francisco’s location

April 3, 2023

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Voter turnout ticks up as Durango City Council race crosses finish line

candidates are running for two open seats

April 3, 2023

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‘Back Off Our Benefits’ campaign travels through Durango

Progressive movement attempts to preserve federal programs through cross-country tour

April 3, 2023

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Food and water: A future that is one and the same

Efficient use is conservation, say farmers at Southwestern Water Conservation District’s annual seminar

April 3, 2023

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Taste Cafe and Bakery moves into old Homeslice location on north Main Avenue in Durango

11th Street Station coffee kiosk expands food options in new building

April 3, 2023

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Update: Ignacio teen killed in crash near Mancos is identified

of Chevy Suburban suspected of vehicular homicide and DUI

April 3, 2023