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Teen marijuana use down in Colo.

Declines come after medical pot stores open

August 6, 2014

Local News

A boost for Lake Nighthorse?

Organization hears locals’ lottery-spending suggestions

August 6, 2014

Local News

Local Briefs

The Methodist Thrift Shop, 986 East Second Ave., is offering free children’s books to all Durango School District 9-R teachers.…

August 6, 2014

Local News

Dayplanner Friday

Outdoor Sunrise Yoga, 7-8 a.m. and 8:15-9:15 a.m., Outdoor Amphitheater, Durango Community Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave., $5, 259-0385. La…

August 6, 2014

Local News

The Blotter

Thursday 6:24 a.m. A man was found sleeping on the west side of Park Elementary, 510 East Sixth Ave. Wednesday…

August 6, 2014

Nation & World

Report: Russia to block U.S. agricultural imports

Russian President Vladimir Putin says he has ordered the government to develop measures in response to Western sanctions.Associated Press The…

August 6, 2014

Nation & World

Nation & World Briefs

WASHINGTON – Though noting persistent challenges, President Barack Obama heralded Africa as a continent on the rise and a growth…

August 6, 2014

Nation & World

Like Congress? Few Americans do

Poll: Most unhappy with government

August 6, 2014

Local News

Armored vehicle to the rescue

Detractors misunderstand MRAP’s purpose, Sheriff’s Office says

August 6, 2014

Local News

Solar program ends

The goal when the steering committee formed in April 2013 was the installation of at least 325 kilowatts of capacity.…

August 6, 2014

Regional News

VA exec: Wait-time issues can be fixed

U.S. Veterans Administration Deputy Secretary Sloan Gibson speaks with attendees during the opening session of the National Order of the…

August 6, 2014

Regional News

Bumpy road to scenic Grand Canyon Skywalk finally gets paved

challenge delayed project

August 6, 2014

Local News

Compromise comes for pot, vacation rentals

Disgruntled residents, councilors find a meeting of minds

August 6, 2014

Good Earth

Climbers are branching out

Patty and Peter Jenkins of Tree Climbers International at the top of a Douglas fir in Portland, Oregon, in 2012.…

August 6, 2014

Good Earth

Earth Briefs

Durango Nature Studies will host a Full Moon Hike under the Sturgeon Moon from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at…

August 6, 2014

Good Earth

Trees have age-old answers

climate could shed light on future of old-growth timber

August 6, 2014

Good Earth

Montezuma County co-op is blossoming

Southwest Farm Fresh looking to step up distribution for harvest

August 6, 2014

Nation & World

Hamas emerges weakened from Gaza war

Masked militants of the Islamic Jihad group march during the funeral of their comrade Shaaban Al-Dahdouh, whose body was found…

August 6, 2014

Nation & World

Robots will change everything – or not

Experts disagree on their future impact on jobs

August 6, 2014

Local News

Local Briefs

Cashiers at Kroegers Ace Hardware are selling $1 and $5 “bear paws” as a fundraiser for Bear Smart Durango through…

August 6, 2014

Local News

Water conservation the focus for Colorado lawmakers

Committee hears need for legislation to protect supplies

August 6, 2014

Local News

Gardner receives U.S. Chamber endorsement

GOP’s Senate candidate stops in Denver to talk jobs, economy

August 6, 2014

Local News

‘Arc of Pipeline’

Crossfire LLC employees, from left, Trent Scott, Les Brown and Cesario Carbajal lift a 100-foot-long gas pipe Wednesday afternoon to…

August 6, 2014

Local News

Lane closures tonight on Camino del Rio

Alternate routes are suggested: State Highway 3, Santa Rita Drive, East Eighth Avenue and College Drive can be used in…

August 6, 2014