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Durango Farmers Market gets new manager

a background in event planning and catering, Anna Knowles has big plans for improvements

February 25, 2023

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La Plata County Board of Health work underway

Members met for the second time Thursday; it must have a department operational by Jan. 1

February 24, 2023

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Confusion, dissension over La Plata County gas and oil regulations

Planning commission opted to continue consideration next month after a tense meeting

February 24, 2023

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Photos: Durangoan shows support for Ukraine

Jim Fuge waves the Ukraine colors along with an American flag on Friday at the intersection of U.S. highways 160…

February 24, 2023

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Highways reopen in Southwest Colorado after blizzard conditions pass

remove snow from high passes, U.S. 491 near Utah

February 24, 2023

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Silverton gets funding to improve economic diversification

San Juan Development Association received a $75,000 grant from Colorado’s REDI program

February 24, 2023

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Durango Montessori School wants to recycle your old electronic devices

will be located at La Plata County Fairgrounds

February 24, 2023

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City of Durango to allow long-term permits for food trucks

businesses were having to move every six months under a temporary permit

February 24, 2023

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What developments in Durango, Bayfield and Ignacio will address workforce housing?

Chamber of Commerce meeting dives deep into home affordability

February 23, 2023

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La Plata County commissioners against proposed state gun restrictions

bill would allow counties to further regulate where firearms may be discharged

February 23, 2023

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Parade of storms to march through Southwest Colorado over next several days

gusts reached nearly 70 mph this week in Durango area

February 23, 2023

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Higher pay for Durango city councilors receives support but hits a snag

compensation could help lower-income residents run for public office

February 23, 2023

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Do we really need this tactical vehicle? La Plata County Sheriff’s Office says: Yes, we do

$350,000 truck will respond to danger and rescues

February 23, 2023

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Strater Hotel on ‘Green Book’ list of safe haven sites for African American travelers

History Colorado is studying locations identified in the famous segregation-era motorist guide

February 23, 2023

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Lightner Creek Mobile home park residents without running water for 11 days

Landlord suspected of violating state law by failing to provide toilets and alternative water source

February 23, 2023

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Whiteout snowstorm shuts down highways in Southwest Colorado

U.S. highways 491 and 550 have closures; Lizard Head and Wolf Creek passes closed

February 22, 2023

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Durango city councilor skips meeting held to discuss his behavior and conduct

Olivier Bosmans has been accused of possible code of conduct violations, among other complaints

February 22, 2023

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Durango police release bodycam footage after accusation of brutality

officers respond to arrest of man accused of sexual assault

February 22, 2023

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Photos: Blizzard-like conditions blow into Durango, La Plata County

Strong winds and snow on Wednesday created blizzard-like conditions in Durango, making waiting for the Durango trolley feel like an…

February 22, 2023

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La Plata County, Department of Transportation seek funding for Highway 160 improvements

Widening and a roundabout are primary goals of grant proposal

February 22, 2023

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Police sweep Durango High School, determine there is no threat

Students were placed on ‘secure hold’ during search

February 22, 2023

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Former Purple Cliffs resident moves into Durango apartment

‘I like it so far. Now I just have to get used to it’

February 22, 2023

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Durango requests residents limit curbside parking ahead of snowstorm

wants to test compliance amid discussions of revised street-cleaning strategy

February 22, 2023

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Avalanche warning issued for San Juan Mountains

to 3 feet of fresh snow expected; storm is fueled by cold air from the northwest and moisture from south

February 22, 2023