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First staff cohort moves into new Durango School District workforce housing

Rent ranges from $750 to $1,950 per month

July 8, 2026

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Eight years later, Lake Nighthorse road improvement project underway

Estimated $5.2 million price tag; city of Durango responsible for roughly $1.2 million

July 8, 2026

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La Plata County meets requirements for state affordable housing funding

Approved fast-track review process won’t solve home shortage but adds another tool, experts say

July 7, 2026

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65% of Durango ADUs are compliant with city’s program

Councilors ask what they’re hoping to achieve with requirements such as owner occupancy

July 7, 2026

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July 7, 2026

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Waterslide at Durango Community Recreation Center closed; reopening date uncertain

City hopes to have slide back in commission ‘very soon,’ spokesman says

July 7, 2026

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Pest removal is batty in the best way for founder of Animas Wildlife Solutions

Matthew Territ deals with woodpeckers, rattlesnakes, skunks and raccoons, but removing bats is his true moneymaker

July 7, 2026

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Milling and paving project to impact Florida Road traffic this week

Thoroughfare will remain open, but delays expected through Monday

July 6, 2026

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Air quality advisory issued as wildfire smoke blankets Southwest Colorado

Young, elderly and those with heart disease and respiratory illnesses should consider staying indoors

July 6, 2026

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Ferris Fire northwest of Dolores grows to nearly 51,622 acres

Blaze was 22% contained following Monday’s mitigation efforts

July 6, 2026

New Mexico

Photos: Farmington fireworks show and Electric Light Parade

Western Enterprises Inc. personnel take a portrait with their mortar rack setup and firing system for the annual fireworks display…

July 6, 2026

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Towaoc man sentenced to seven years in prison for assault

Bentley Watts Jr. pleaded guilty to two counts of assault against a former partner in 2024

July 6, 2026

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New Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Interim CEO wants to ‘make chocolate fun again’

Al Harper plans to move RMCF away from ‘corporate’ model, address financial woes

July 6, 2026

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Kyle Karros hits a 3-run homer in the 8th to lift the Rockies past the Giants, 7-6

Colorado Rockies' Kyle Karros follows the flight of his three-run home run off San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Dylan Smith…

July 5, 2026

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Public meetings for the week of July 6-10

City of Durango Tuesday, July 7 City Council Study Session, 2 p.m., Smith Council Chambers, City Hall, 949 East Second…

July 5, 2026

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Durango’s Independence Day Parade attendance rivaled Snowdown’s, city says

Thousands brave summer heat to celebrate America’s birthday

July 5, 2026

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Car owners put Americana on full display during Cortez’s July 4 celebration

More than 70 old cars and modern models gleamed in the sun for the 250th celebration of the United States…

July 5, 2026

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We asked people in Durango how patriotic they were feeling on the Fourth of July

Feelings ran the gamut from grateful for American freedoms to dismay

July 4, 2026

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Teen tribal members invited to apply for Colorado Youth Advisory Council

40 students connect with Colorado lawmakers to influence state policy

July 4, 2026

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Ferris Fire crosses Dolores River Canyon, prompting additional evacuations

Residents can go to Pleasant View Fire Department to seek shelter

July 3, 2026

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La Plata County law enforcement agencies warn against personal fireworks

Fines can rack up to $750, not considering if a blaze is started

July 3, 2026

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Durango councilor wants remedies for businesses hit by city projects

Business Improvement District, other organizations show support for fund

July 3, 2026

New Mexico

Farmington police evidence technician killed in head-on crash

FPD Chief Steve Hebbe announces passing of Stacy Peters

July 3, 2026

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Gunnison, Meeker, Bayfield and Cortez plan July Fourth fireworks

‘We know how to mitigate the risks,’ Gunnison County fire chief says

July 3, 2026