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Montezuma orchard project receives two state grants

Funding will go toward apple varieties, education

November 10, 2017

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Fundraiser to be held for rock climber Thad Ferrell

Thad Farrell, who moved to Durango around 2006, suffered serious injuries when he fell 100 feet while climbing in an…

November 10, 2017

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Democrats club to host inaugural Christmas party

The celebration will include appetizers, dinner and a cash bar. Tickets purchased in advance are $25 per person and $45…

November 10, 2017

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American Legion to host veterans town hall

Veterans, their families and survivors in La Plata County are invited to participate in a veterans town hall to hear…

November 10, 2017

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New art coming to intersection where Arc of History once stood

The selected artist will collaborate with students, community

November 10, 2017

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DUI arrests over Halloween weekend increase

Across Colorado, 50 more arrests made compared to last year

November 10, 2017

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La Plata County Commissioner Julie Westendorff to hold office hours

Westendorffdu1-i-syn Community members are encouraged to share their ideas. For more information, call 382-6219.

November 10, 2017

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Methane levels spike in man’s water near Ignacio

Resident searches for cause, source of pollution

November 10, 2017

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Ska Brewing to tap yerba maté beer Sunday

Former FLC student who died inspired caffeinated brew

November 9, 2017

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Scientists address climate change myths at Fort Lewis College

Symposium draws 200 to discuss global rise in temperatures

November 9, 2017

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San Juan Forest has several open positions for 2018 fire season

The San Juan National Forest is looking to fill temporary fire positions for the 2018 season, including jobs on engine,…

November 9, 2017

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Noel Night merchant sign-up now open

Mr. and Mrs. Claus wave as they leave Buckley Park after the lighting of the tree during Noel Night in…

November 9, 2017

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Durango soon to see smoke from Arizona

JERRY McBride/Durango Herald Area dispatch centers ask the public to refrain from reporting a fire. No local fires currently exist…

November 9, 2017

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La Plata County Commissioner Gwen Lachelt to hold office hours

Lacheltdu1-i-syn Community members are encouraged to share their ideas. For more information, call 382-6219.

November 9, 2017

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Heart Safe La Plata seeks volunteers for AED program

People asked to take devices to cardiac events

November 9, 2017

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Talk about town: LPEA to put on holiday lighting competition

La Plata Electric Association is holding a holiday lighting competition. Entries will be judged the week of Dec. 18, and…

November 9, 2017

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County Clerk’s office in Bayfield will open doors every Thursday

Residents petitioned against total closure

November 9, 2017

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New Bayfield park to hold open house

The park has a walking track, field, picnic benches, playground equipment, basketball court and pickleball court. Games, activities and crafts…

November 9, 2017

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Backcountry skiing Silverton: There’s an app for that

Fort Lewis College graduates release guidebook, app for San Juan backcountry terrain

November 9, 2017

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Swastikas appear in Durango’s Three Springs subdivision

Single house targeted multiple times; police suspect a hate crime

November 8, 2017

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Volunteers of America shelter guests share recovery stories

Nonprofit celebrates 25,000 people served

November 8, 2017

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County offers downtown building for historical museum

Historical society moves forward on agreement

November 8, 2017

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Election Day 2017: A look at Front Range votes

The ballot drop off station on Bannock Street in downtown Denver was popular Tuesday, Election Day for 2017.Hart Van Denburg/CPR…

November 8, 2017

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Montezuma-Cortez considers cuts after school tax fails

Bus routes, specialty courses and small classes may be at risk

November 8, 2017