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Colorado set to release draft of wolf reintroduction plan

are 6 big questions the proposal could answer

December 2, 2022

Colorado officials accused of trying to tip scales in favor of a Jared Polis health insurance policy

insurance brokers say the state is interfering in the free market to favor the Colorado Option, potentially at consumers’ expense

December 2, 2022

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Distrust, mental health disorders are barriers for homeless vets in Durango

least 120 displaced veterans live in La Plata County

December 2, 2022

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Bennet calls for ‘strong bipartisan vote’ in favor of Dolores River Canyon protection bill

Proposed legislation rooted in ‘thoughtful compromise,’ senator says

December 2, 2022

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Weekend winter storms predicted to bring minimal snow

Purgatory Resort plans to open beginner terrain regardless of snowfall amounts

December 1, 2022

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Investigators seek information on missing trailer from Mesa Verde National Park

Construction equipment in trailer valued at $40,000; was part of road project clearing hazardous rocks

December 1, 2022

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New Animas High School building set to open in January

$19.1 million project includes 40,500 square feet with science lab, universal workshop and makerspace

December 1, 2022

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Durango High School students cleanup trash at campuses

tries to promote environmental sustainability in a nonpartisan way

December 1, 2022

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Get tested for sexually transmitted infections (free) and receive a $15 gift card from SJBPH

Syphilis cases this year have exceeded three-year average

December 1, 2022

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Lottery to decide lucky applicants for deed-restricted housing in Durango

22-unit complex being constructed near East Second Avenue and 33rd Street

December 1, 2022

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Boebert to represent western states on House Republican Policy Committee

Congresswoman promises to promote ‘conservative values’

December 1, 2022

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Error leads to uncollected $781,000 for Ignacio schools

Plata County did not apply the increased mill levy rate in 2022

December 1, 2022

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Groundwork begins on EV charging stations at Durango Public Library

Location seen as ideal for accommodating many who need a charge

December 1, 2022

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Durango school board votes to decline Colorado’s FAMLI Program

District would need to add an employee to administer medical leave plan

December 1, 2022

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Drone helps find suspect hiding under cloak of darkness north of Durango

man accused of stealing pickup, leading police on chase

December 1, 2022

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Beware the unsolicited check that arrived in Durango mailbox – it is a scam

‘car wrap’ swindle comes via express mail, a scheme that has been around for years

November 30, 2022

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Collision of semitrailer and pickup on U.S. 491 causes injuries

Highway closed at County Road N for two hours; man flown to St. Mary’s Medical Center

November 30, 2022

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Ignacio schools stand tall in face of outside criticism

Teacher retention is one of many challenges Superintendent Chris deKay and his staff are working to resolve

November 30, 2022

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Mesa Verde horses go up for adoption

herd has been tamed by Mustang Camp; adoption sign-up started and application process begins soon

November 30, 2022

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Four of five Community Relations Commission members resign from volunteer board

Durango City Council declines request for formal apology over Columbus Day Facebook post

November 29, 2022

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Photo: Storm leaves San Juan Mountains with a fresh coat of snow

Snow from a storm late Monday and early Tuesday left the San Juan Mountains with a fresh coat of snow…

November 29, 2022

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Festival of Trees & Wreaths display dazzles visitors at Durango Railroad Museum

19th annual event raises money via online auction for people with disabilities

November 29, 2022

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CDOT lays out road map of improvements planned for La Plata, Archuleta counties

Highway 160 expected to be widened between Elmore’s Corner and Bayfield

November 29, 2022

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Eight applicants apply for La Plata County court judge opening

can submit comments regarding qualifications of candidates

November 29, 2022