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Hermosa Cliff Fire 100% contained Saturday

New blaze in 416 Fire burn scar reached 20 acres

June 7, 2026

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Public meetings for the week of June 8-12

EXAMPLE: Board of Adjustments, 3 p.m., Smith Chambers, City Hall, 990 East Second Ave. City of Durango Monday, June 8…

June 7, 2026

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Silverton granted over $2 million in federal funds for wastewater facility revamp

Augmentation ponds over a decade due for repair

June 7, 2026

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D&SNG Railroad owner buys auctioned steam tractor for museum

There were at least 85 active bidders throughout the day on Saturday

June 6, 2026

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Immigration task force previews recommendations for Durango City Council

Bilingual employees, partnerships with police and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce proposed

June 6, 2026

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Cortez artist finds creative calling in her 70s, holds June exhibit at Cortez Cultural Center

Theresa Goldstrand said she has wanted to be an artist since childhood

June 6, 2026

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The Cluck Stop opens second location at Durango Hot Springs

Southern-style food truck to expand staff; offer new, curated menu

June 6, 2026

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Resident seriously injured in Cortez fire at Oak Meadows Mobile Home Park

Cause of Wednesday blaze under investigation as victim remains hospitalized

June 5, 2026

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Durango to purchase 2-acre Rivergate lot for workforce housing

City Council OK’s $1.55 million acquisition near Animas Surgical Hospital

June 5, 2026

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Short legs, big attitudes: Durango corgis take over Main Avenue

First Corgi Crawl draws roughly 30 dogs, dozens of adoring humans

June 5, 2026

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Commission of Indian Affairs celebrates 50th anniversary in Durango

Event celebrated progress, acknowledged work lies ahead

June 5, 2026

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Beloved steam tractor – a staple of Durango parades – to be auctioned

‘Old Abe’ was built by Jack Newbold using an 1898 steam engine

June 5, 2026

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Hermosa Cliff Fire north of Durango a challenging start to wildfire season

Blaze remained at 18 acres as of Thursday afternoon

June 4, 2026

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Durango councilors review off-street parking options for city hall/police station project

Garage, transit center and leases to be further explored

June 4, 2026

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Federal immigration officer accused of assault appears in La Plata County Court

Agent allegedly tossed woman’s cellphone, threw her to the ground

June 4, 2026

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Volunteers of America seeks transfer of ownership from city for Durango Community Shelter

VOA served 279 guests over combined 9,300 nights within city in 2025

June 4, 2026

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Power restored to 11,600 Durango homes, businesses

Widespread outage caused by system work being done at Bodo substation

June 3, 2026

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Polis to recognize KSUT executive director for creative leadership in Southwest Colorado

Tami Graham reflects on her work in public media and the arts

June 3, 2026

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‘We have a right to be here’: Pride grows in Southwest Colorado

Large lineup of events scheduled across La Plata County in June

June 3, 2026

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Dolores River Fest returns Saturday with music, river parade and daylong celebration

Festival is in its 21st year; gates open 10 a.m. at Joe Rowell Park

June 3, 2026

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Meet Sali, the La Plata County Sheriff’s Office’s K-9 unit

Dog and handler find missing people and dangerous drugs

June 3, 2026

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Photo: Gas leak in west Durango

Emergency crews responded to a gas leak shortly before 6 p.m. Tuesday near Eastlawn Avenue and Montview Parkway. Durango Fire…

June 2, 2026

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Man accused of lighting woman’s car on fire charged with stalking

No arson charges filed as of Tuesday; investigation remains active

June 2, 2026

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How is the U.S. war in Iran impacting local government budgets in La Plata County?

Small price increases could compound to larger deficit if overseas conflict continues

June 2, 2026