News

Pet burials range from bottom of the sea to the sky above

From companies that will send your pet’s remains to the heavens to those who will help scatter them at sea…

June 14, 2014

Chicago man filling potholes – artfully

Chicago mosaic artist Jim Bachor works in his basement placing tiles on his next mosaic art piece that reads “POTHOLES.”…

June 14, 2014

Education

Education Briefs

These local Fort Lewis College students were recognized for their work with AmeriCorps: Amanda Crites of Durango received a 675…

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

Capturing everyday life – by hiring a photographer

Each month, a team of professional photographers shoots them as they go about their daily lives at home and around…

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

NASA still hoping to test flying saucer

This saucer-shaped vehicle will be used to test new parachutes and drag devices that the National Aeronautics and Space Administration…

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

Big-city medicine reaching small towns

Although the nearest clinic was just a 10-minute drive from Soukup’s South Dakota ranch, the doctor on duty did not…

June 14, 2014

Business

Help your grad get a start on retirement

Parents can help their new graduates get a jump on their retirements by starting a mutual fund Roth IRA account…

June 14, 2014

Business

Study finds resale value is worst for luxury cars

The Dodge Ram held its value better than other vehicles in a study done by CarGurus.com.David Zalubowski/Associated Press Pickup trucks,…

June 14, 2014

Local News

Cyprus Cafe owner investigated for labor violations

employees allege illegal wage, timecard practices

June 14, 2014

Local News

Dayplanner Sunday

Durango Flea Market, 7 a.m.-2 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. American Legion will host Sunday brunch, 9…

June 14, 2014

Local News

Seclusion, restraint ineffective, state says

Analysis shows racial difference in treating mental-health issues

June 14, 2014

Local News

Take it easy when you go to the wild side

seeks to balance fun and respect on the river

June 14, 2014

Regional News

Utah arch could close to swinging

A thrill-seeker swings on Corona Arch near Moab, Utah. The arch has become popular for daredevil rope-swinging after climbers figured…

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

People denying climate change ignoring science, Obama says

Graduates shouldn’t let the ‘stubborn status quo’ stymie their best efforts

June 14, 2014

Local News

Expect raffic delays this week on Highway 160/500 and Roosa Avenue

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June 14, 2014

Nation & World

Borders are blurring in tumultuous Mideast

1916 lines drawn to British, French regional interests

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

World Briefs

KABUL, Afghanistan – Afghans braved threats of violence and searing heat Saturday to vote in a presidential runoff that likely…

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

A call to arms goes out to Shiites against militants

cleric urges help fighting encroachers

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

Veterans’ health care will be costly

bill would double spending, add $35B during the next 3 years

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

Nation Briefs

Obama on Father’s Day: Being a dad takes courage WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama is urging fathers to get more…

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

Ukraine military plane downed

49 killed; country’s new president vows to punish attackers

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

Gun-control demonstrators march over Brooklyn Bridge

states have tightened gun rules, others have loosened

June 14, 2014

Local News

Local & Region Briefs

The Florida Cemetery Association annual meeting will take place at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the old Florida Baptist Church, 2061…

June 14, 2014

Nation & World

Army unit led by father, son – 4 decades apart

Military service ‘looked cool’

June 14, 2014