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Bennet sponsors bill to reimburse EMS agencies for at-home treatments

Treating patients at home for non-emergency issues simplifies health care, saves money

February 5, 2026

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Mancos cancels spring election, moves sales tax question to November

Town to save thousands by coordinating with county election this fall

February 5, 2026

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Durango City Council to consider litigation against ICE, DHS

Councilors to weigh risks, merits in executive session

February 5, 2026

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Photo: A winding path

Steve and Karen Schain go for a walk on the northern section of the Animas River Trail on Thursday as…

February 5, 2026

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A male wolf died during a capture and collaring operation in northwest Colorado

A gray wolf is carried from a helicopter to the site where it will be checked by CPW staff in…

February 5, 2026

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Regional science fair explores musical chickens, AI, cybertrucks and cereal brands

‘We’re inspiring these young minds to get involved in early problem-solving in real life situations,’ organizer says

February 5, 2026

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Underground parking nixed from plans for Durango’s new police station

Site of existing city hall and DPD headquarters are ‘feasible’ alternatives

February 5, 2026

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La Plata County sheriff’s deputy will not face criminal charges for killing suspect, DA rules

Law enforcement ‘had an objectively reasonable belief that a lesser degree of force was inadequate,’ district attorney says

February 4, 2026

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Radio map could improve communication, safety for backcountry travelers

Frequencies assigned to different zones being used in San Juan Mountains

February 4, 2026

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Survey: Tell us why you have chosen not to have kids

2025 Park Play Days will take place in various park locations throughout October and November. (Adobe Stock)MenzhiliyAnatoly Climate concerns, economic…

February 4, 2026

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Photo: Golfing in February?

Ben Harding and others take advantage of warm temperatures to work on their golf swings Tuesday at Hillcrest Golf Club.…

February 3, 2026

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Two finalists to visit Animas High School this week in bid for lead role

Families, community members invited to participate in candidate interview process

February 3, 2026

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Plea hearing delayed for former jail commander accused of invasion of privacy

Attorneys continue negotiations in case involving 117 counts

February 3, 2026

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Potential federal funding freeze threatens families, child care providers

Colorado is one of five states threatened by ‘Defend the Spend’ activation

February 3, 2026

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Broken treaties with the Utes paved the way for Colorado’s 1870s San Juan silver rush

Thousands flocked to boomtowns like Ouray and Silverton as Colorado neared statehood

February 2, 2026

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Community teams up to rescue 90 dogs in Bloomfield hoarding case

Local agencies, rescue groups and volunteers step in to treat and transport dogs

February 2, 2026

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Durango High School encourages students to explore Advanced Placement courses

DHS one of several schools in state to receive AP award from College Board

February 2, 2026

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Fort Lewis College student arrested on suspicion of murder-for-hire scheme

Campus police received tip about threat toward classmate

February 2, 2026

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Aging Vallecito Reservoir needs a serious makeover

Emergency overflow remains unusable until fixes can be made

February 2, 2026

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Community Foundation pledges flood recovery match for Vallecito

$15,000 in matching funds aims to support road repairs after October flooding

February 1, 2026

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Community winds down Snowdown 2026

‘Villains’ theme announced for next year

January 31, 2026

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Snowdown Light Parade offers a journey back in time

Dinosaurs, prospectors and chain saws, oh my!

January 31, 2026

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Durango High School students trade class for anti-ICE protest

‘Skipping our lessons to teach you one,’ read one sign

January 31, 2026

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Mobile home residents north of Durango vote ‘yes’ to purchase property

97.5% in approval of purchasing the mobile home property north of Durango

January 31, 2026