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Sept. 11 Sky Steps climb honors first responders, reminds attendees of shared humanity

responders come together to support one another

September 11, 2025

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La Plata County back to drawing board in search for county manager

made to sole finalist before talks ended without agreement

September 11, 2025

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Six candidates vie for three open seats on Durango school board

eligible voters can cast ballots in each director district

September 11, 2025

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La Plata County Fairgrounds’ indoor buildings to close for renovations

Outdoor facilities and scheduled events will not be affected; closures to remain in effect until November

September 11, 2025

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Nonprofit raises $10,000 to study feasibility of river surf wave in Durango

board to weigh proposal for 2026 parks projects

September 11, 2025

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City of Durango looking for volunteers to gather data on bike, foot traffic

helps officials better understand sustainable transportation, improve safety and efficiency

September 11, 2025

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Prescribed burns scheduled for Columbine Ranger District

Service plans to conduct three prescribed fires that could begin this month

September 11, 2025

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La Plata County looking to fill gap in oral health care

Regional dental program suspended; grant funding could be the solution

September 11, 2025

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Man suspected of drowning in Animas River

Shannon Jones, 48, found unconscious near north City Market

September 10, 2025

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Equestrian reports rise in trail conflicts in Southwest Colorado

of Durango official reminds recreators to be mindful of all users, especially horseback riders

September 10, 2025

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Family’s world upended after ICE arrest near Bayfield

detained has lived in U.S. since he was 8 years old

September 10, 2025

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Purgatory Resort’s new chairlift won’t open this winter as planned

Regulatory delays push construction to 2026; bike park expected to reopen next summer

September 9, 2025

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Photo: A beautiful day to pedal

Kristi and Jeff Peltz go for a bike ride Tuesday between morning and afternoon showers on County Road 203 north…

September 9, 2025

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CPW grant money goes toward reduction of human-bear conflict in Southwest Colorado

Plata County, Mancos and Silverton will direct funds to trash containers and code enforcement

September 9, 2025

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Durango gardener grows an abode in the midst of a concrete jungle

‘Everybody should be growing flowers,’ Harry Browne says

September 9, 2025

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Former jail commander not required to relinquish firearms, court rules

Aber charged with 117 counts of invasion of privacy for sexual gratification

September 9, 2025

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Montezuma County judge could face removal over court hearing involving school superintendent

Complaint alleges Ian MacLaren scheduled proceeding to publicly criticize defendant

September 9, 2025

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Durango Fire Protection District makes case for mill levy increase

Increased property tax is best way to pay for new station, chief says

September 8, 2025

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Narcan used to revive Durango police officer exposed to fentanyl

taken to Mercy Hospital after secondhand exposure

September 8, 2025

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Durango police chief reviews enforcement philosophy, five years of ticketing

15,000 citations and double the warnings issued since 2020

September 8, 2025

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Fall cleanup in Durango begins Sept. 29

autumn collection runs through Oct. 23

September 8, 2025

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‘Ghost signs’ haunt downtown Durango

Historical advertisements offer a glimpse into the city’s past

September 8, 2025

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‘Still a long way to go’ on 911 negotiations between Durango and La Plata County

manager concerned agreement won’t be reached before budget year begins

September 7, 2025

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Survey project to impact traffic between Durango and Bayfield

Travelers should expect 30-minute delays weekdays Sept. 9-26

September 7, 2025