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Single-vehicle crash smashes railroad crossing signal box in Hermosa

Flaggers patrol intersection until repairs can be made

December 3, 2024

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With completion of shop, Durango railroad opens for contract work

D&SNG is rebuilding locomotives and train cars for remote customers

December 3, 2024

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Durango pursues $1.25 million land purchase for future affordable housing

suited for about 31 modular and traditionally built units

December 2, 2024

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The Blotter, Nov. 25-26

Durango Police Department Nov. 26 7:37 p.m. A man who allegedly tried to kick a door in at a motel…

December 1, 2024

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In Silverton, a developer saw unmined potential. Then he was elected mayor

Shane Fuhrman set out to develop the stunted mountain haven

December 1, 2024

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Minor derailment interrupts Friday evening Polar Express schedule in Durango

Patrons were offered refunds, applicable vouchers

December 1, 2024

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The Blotter, Nov. 22-24

Durango Police Department Nov. 24 11:45 p.m. A person at the North Durango Speedway, 1991 Main Avenue, was arrested for…

November 30, 2024

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Holiday hustle strong on Black Friday in Durango

Families visit from New Mexico, Arizona and Texas for Polar Express train ride

November 30, 2024

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Photos: Santa arrives in a Ford Bronco to sing Christmas carols and light the tree

Singing with Santa held Friday at Buckley Park in Durango

November 30, 2024

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Lift 3 at Purgatory Resort opens ahead of schedule Saturday

winter conditions give ski resort strong start to season

November 29, 2024

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Bayfield resuming process of replacing, relocating water meters

Devices in Yucca Estates subdivision and older units south of U.S. Highway 160 are focus

November 29, 2024

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Mercy Primary Care now offers retinal scans to screen for diabetes-caused vision loss

Devices will be used during visits at Three Springs, Horse Gulch locations in Durango

November 29, 2024

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Manna soup kitchen distributes 1,200 meals on Thanksgiving Day

Kitchen manager says nonprofit may run out of capacity if event keeps growing

November 28, 2024

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Durango cyclists prepare bid to bring Mountain Bike World Championships home

councilors to consider supportive resolution Tuesday

November 28, 2024

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Al Harper named to Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory board of directors

American Heritage Railways purchased a significant portion of company in August

November 28, 2024

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Canada lynx proposed for new habitat protections in southern Rockies

fate of the plan is uncertain under President-elect Donald Trump

November 27, 2024

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Child care center in Durango seeks new space after landlord refuses lease renewal

14 families scramble in search of alternative options

November 27, 2024

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New easement protects over 300 acres on Dolores River

Montezuma Land Conservancy will ensure the land is protected in perpetuity

November 27, 2024

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La Plata Electric Association will increase rates in 2025

Cooperative calling for a 7.7% uptick in upcoming year’s budget

November 26, 2024

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La Plata County terminates jail use agreement with Durango

has 30 days before detention center stops accepting municipal offenders

November 26, 2024

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Letter from 50 Bayfield residents call for mayor pro tem’s resignation

Residents allege ‘improper election process,’ among other grievances

November 26, 2024

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Newly elected state House member drops into Montezuma County meeting

‘The seat, HD 58, is your seat, it’s not my seat,’ former commissioner says

November 26, 2024

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Feds sue group that put up fence, claimed 1,400 acres of forest near Mancos

U.S. attorneys called the Free Land Holders’ fence ‘unlawful,’ citing the federal government’s title to the land

November 26, 2024

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Durango School District purchases new space for Big Picture High School

Students will attend classes on second floor of Columbine Center in Bodo Park

November 26, 2024