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La Plata County Sheriff’s Office investigating string of car thefts

Seven of nine vehicles recovered; residents reminded to lock doors, remove personal belongings

May 28, 2026

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Durango neighborhood cautiously optimistic about development plans

City rethinks community engagement approach with library neighborhood

May 28, 2026

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Durango school board approves teacher, staff pay increases

Union lead negotiator calls process positive, productive

May 27, 2026

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U.S. Highway 550 to fully close Monday between Silverton and Molas Pass

One-day road work to impact northbound, southbound travelers for seven hours

May 27, 2026

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How do feds calculate fire danger when setting those colorful metered signs?

‘Low,’ ‘high,’ ‘extreme’: A regional forecasting tool is used to determine threat levels

May 27, 2026

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See who rode in the 2026 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic ‘Road Race’

Owen Deale leads the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race peloton through the Animas Valley on Saturday racing…

May 27, 2026

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Fire district responds to natural gas puncture in Bayfield neighborhood

Shelter in place for a half-mile radius around Louisiana and Wild Horse Drive

May 27, 2026

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Childcare access crisis in La Plata County impacts families, economy

River Mist Preschool shutters; cites out-of-reach insurance costs

May 27, 2026

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Photos: A cross-country run for peace

Durango City Councilor Gilda Yazzie takes off running with the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run torch on Tuesday at Rotary…

May 26, 2026

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Advocacy groups ask Pine River Valley residents for feedback

Forums to identify critical issues, solutions impacting Bayfield, Vallecito and Ignacio

May 26, 2026

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Longtime La Plata County coroner won’t seek reelection

Jann Smith has spent 16 years helping families navigate death

May 26, 2026

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See who rode in the 54th Iron Horse Bicycle Classic ‘Citizen Tour’

Cyclists race the train in the 54th Iron Horse Bicycle Classic McDonald's Citizen Tour. The riders pedal nearly 50 miles…

May 26, 2026

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Durango Early Learning Center to build nature-based playground

New all-natural structure to replace decades-old former play area

May 26, 2026

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Durango DA drops more than 30 criminal cases over deputy’s lack of credibility

Jermal Ball is no longer a deputy at Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office

May 26, 2026

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At bus stops across Durango, these volunteers try to shield families from ICE

A network of ‘confirmers’ alerts community members to immigration activity in Southwest Colorado

May 26, 2026

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Durango pays tribute to fallen soldiers this Memorial Day

‘We must always remember we are a democracy,’ speaker says. ‘Let’s become more democratic and less autocratic’

May 25, 2026

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Remembering veterans at Animas City Cemetery

Flags were placed on headstones Sunday at Animas City Cemetery in Durango in recognition of Memorial Day. Durango's Historic Preservation…

May 25, 2026

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What can a climate scientist learn at theology school?

Can ‘listening to the Earth’ drive effective solutions to climate change? Heidi Steltzer thinks so

May 25, 2026

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How fire agencies across Southwest Colorado work together to get ahead of wildfire season

Federal, state and local firefighters coordinate to assess danger, respond to emergencies

May 25, 2026

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Public meetings for May 25-29

City of Durango Monday, May 25 City offices are closed for Memorial Day. Wednesday, May 27 Historic Preservation Board, 4:30…

May 24, 2026

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La Plata County clerk warns Tina Peters decision will embolden election deniers

Threatens integrity of voting officials, systems, Tiffany Lee and colleagues say

May 24, 2026

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Cyclists embark on Durango’s 54th Iron Horse Bicycle Classic

Largest local cohort in years joined visiting riders in iconic cycling event

May 23, 2026

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Iron Horse Bicycle Classic brings yearly economic boost to Durango

Restaurants, hotels, businesses can count on economic boost over race weekend

May 23, 2026

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By the numbers: 2026 Durango High School graduation

Students wrapped up the year with high numbers in college concurrent enrollment, grade-point average and advanced placement testing

May 22, 2026