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Blue Ridge Fire a symptom of larger problem

Unpermitted structures, illegal campfires and lax enforcement blamed for heightened wildfire risks in Forest Lakes subdivision

August 25, 2025

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Fort Lewis College president welcomes parents, students on move-in day

800 freshmen settle into dorm life

August 24, 2025

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Durango city manager placed among top 10 in the country

‘We are being recognized as some of the best governance’ in the U.S.

August 24, 2025

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Photos: A Western chuck wagon cook-out

Sandy Cooper, left, and Carrie McCauley with the Durango Cowboy Church chuck wagon, make peach-raspberry cobbler on Saturday for the…

August 23, 2025

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Durango residents protest REI, urge shoppers to support local stores

manager says co-op isn’t a one-stop shop; supports collaboration

August 23, 2025

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Single finalist remains for La Plata County manager after applicant withdraws

Remaining candidate will undergo interviews, community meet-and-greet

August 23, 2025

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Durango Herald wins 31 press awards, including general excellence

Newspaper took top honors for website, morning newsletter

August 23, 2025

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Firefighters reach 27% containment at Stoner Mesa Fire; community meeting planned in Dolores area

fire’s western rim remains the most active while incoming thunderstorm winds and dry conditions may boost the flames

August 22, 2025

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Should the Durango Financial Advisory Board have a parks and recreation subcommittee?

want ‘a wide variety of expertise’ on volunteer commissions, councilor says

August 22, 2025

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Colorado River Program’s new director ‘cautiously hopeful’ about interstate negotiations

Hawkins practiced in tribal nation projects, conservation efforts

August 22, 2025

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Purgatory Resort promised a new chairlift. Will it happen in time for ski season?

of summer is approaching, construction has yet to begin

August 22, 2025

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Equity and inclusion complaints submitted against Durango School District

Nonprofit alleges discrimination against white students, parents and employees

August 21, 2025

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Photos: Chapman Hill runoff

Five drains are being installed at the base of Chapman Hill Ski Area on Thursday that will catch snowmelt and…

August 21, 2025

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Polis appoints Archuleta County judge to 6th Judicial District Court

Fay will take bench Oct. 1

August 21, 2025

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Firefighters tame western spread of Stoner Mesa Fire; spot fires persist

reported as 27% contained at size of 9,872 acres

August 21, 2025

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Durango pickleball tournament to benefit local dementia nonprofit

year’s event raised $15,000 for La Plata County Search and Rescue

August 21, 2025

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Community Foundation launches workshops to help nonprofits weather uncertainty

organizations face funding cuts, administrative changes and shifting donor trends

August 21, 2025

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The Blotter, Aug. 15-18

Durango Police Department Friday 5:45 p.m. A woman was caught shoplifting at the Walmart Supercenter on South Camino del Rio.…

August 21, 2025

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Colorado Bureau of Investigation agents to use Montezuma County shooting range

Commissioners vote on a contract for range run by Sheriff’s Office

August 20, 2025

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Residents on County Road 38 west of Stoner Mesa Fire asked to prepare for evacuation

Western edge of 9,400-acre fire increases with a spot fire jumping over Stoner Mesa Trail

August 20, 2025

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Man’s body found on side of road northeast of Durango

Plata County Sheriff’s Office releases few details

August 20, 2025

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From summer to studying: school is back in session

Needham Elementary students share favorite part of summer, returning to the classroom

August 20, 2025

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A sign of the times: La Plata County residents thank firefighters for saving homes

172 Fire might be smaller than others, ‘but it was big to us’

August 19, 2025

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Highway closures to occur between Durango and Silverton at the end of this month

Section of road will be closed from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for several days

August 19, 2025