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Eight applicants apply for La Plata County court judge opening

Public can submit comments regarding qualifications of candidates

DATE: Nov 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Jury awards victims of Durango bathroom voyeur $3.5 million in damages

Weeklong civil trial accused business owner of invasion of privacy

DATE: Nov 23, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango business owners hit by predatory lawsuits

Sixteen federal complaints filed by single plaintiff in ruse that’s become old hat to attorneys

DATE: Nov 18, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man charged with first-degree murder in Bayfield stabbing faces competency hearing

Damitre Burch was a juvenile when arrested for the crime

DATE: Nov 7, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

PNM customers continue to pay for San Juan coal plant that’s no longer operating

New Mexico Supreme Court approves utility’s request not to issue state-ordered credits, potentially for years

DATE: Nov 7, 2022 | CATEGORY: New Mexico

Purgatory Resort suing Forest Service in water rights dispute

Conservation of cutthroat trout lies at core of the conflict

DATE: Nov 3, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Litigation filed against shareholders of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

Company seeks reimbursement for alleged fraudulent behavior

DATE: Nov 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Business

Trial begins for muzzleloader accused of shooting, killing bowhunter in San Juan National Forest

Pennsylvania man charged with criminal negligent homicide and hunting in a careless manner

DATE: Oct 25, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

District judge in Durango resigns

Health issues cited for Todd Norvell’s departure

DATE: Oct 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wolf Creek Village plan loses third legal fight for access road atop Wolf Creek Pass

Texas billionaire has spent 36 years vying for access to an inholding where he plans a resort village for 10,000 residents

DATE: Oct 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Often skipped vote for judges could make all the difference

La Plata County voters have the option to retain or dismiss two judges in November

DATE: Oct 20, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rep. Lauren Boebert sued for libel by American Muckrakers PAC

Lawsuit alleges Boebert defamed organization after it published allegations against her

DATE: Oct 6, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

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Photos: A day for boatersAnimas River Days boaters compete on Saturday at Durango Whitewater Park

Animas River Days boaters compete on Saturday at Durango Whitewater Park

Artists reveal ‘Droplets’ mural at Animas River DaysProject involving nine artists was a ‘massive undertaking’ to portray collective vision

The city of Durango and nine artists unveiled the “Droplets” mural on Saturday during Animas River Days at the Santa Rita Water Reclamation Facility.The reclamation center and Santa Rita Park were bustling with residents and visitors who showed up for a day of water sports in 82-degree weather.The mural features a series of water droplets containing depictions of wildlife along the Animas River, and the personalities or styles of each artist who worked on them.

Silas Armstrong, an artist who worked on the piece, said the project was a massive undertaking for a group of artists who would presumably find trouble fitting all of their unique ideas into one piece.But they pulled it off.“They initially thought there’s gonna be way too many cooks in the kitchen, but we managed to make it work,” he said.The nine artists are: Armstrong, Cindy Atchison, Chelsie Begoody, Laurie Cullum, Mariah Kaminsky, Parker Ledford, Jordanne Pelkey, Maddie Sanders and Hannah Wilson.“Droplets” uses a color spectrum representing the seasons. The largest droplets break up the major scenes of the Animas River depicted in winter through autumn.“I chose to depict mine in yellow because it just happened to fall in the summer location, but also to represent the 2015 (Gold King Mine waste water spill) disaster that tainted the river and turned it yellow,” he said.

He said a shining sun portrayed over the entire scene is a symbol of hope. The mural also includes depictions of how ecological damage effects the community and the ecosystem downriver from Durango.Armstrong said locals might recognize his art behind Jean Pierre Bakery, Cafe and Wine Bar, a mural of Bart Simpson from “The Simpsons.”He also had a mural at The Hive, a youth community hub, before it announced the closure of its 1150 Main Ave. location.“It’s been one of the best experiences of my life,” he said of the project. “Super-talented artists. Really just honored and flattered enough to work with some of the great artists that are here.”“Droplets” came together through a partnership between the artists, the city of Durango and The Walls Project, a nonprofit that uses art and creativity to drive positive change in communities.The art project came together right on schedule. Tom Donley, The Walls Project’s chief financial officer, said in March the public unveiling of the mural was slated to happen during Animas River Days.Tommy Crosby, economic opportunity manager for the city, said in March the mural was made possible because a separate landscaping project at the reclamation center was completed under budget by about $100,000. The mural’s price tag was about $45,000.Two art installations, a sculpture by Alex Bond called “Whispers in Water” and a kinetic piece depicting a kayaker riding waves by Jeff Wise, were also included in the mural project.cburney@durangoherald.com

Project involving nine artists was a ‘massive undertaking’ to portray collective vision

Photos: Riders compete in the IHBC mountain bike pro races

Photos: Riders battle it out in IHBC men’s professional road raceAnother successful Iron Horse Bicycle Classic road race held on Saturday

Another successful Iron Horse Bicycle Classic road race held on Saturday

Photos: Iron Horse Bicycle Classic women’s professional road raceSaturday’s women’s race for first place was a thriller, with Durango’s Lauren Aggeler earning a come-from-behind victory

Saturday’s women’s race for first place was a thriller, with Durango’s Lauren Aggeler earning a come-from-behind victory

Photos: 2024 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic McDonalds Citizen TourMultiple area cyclists hit the highway for the annual event on Saturday

Multiple area cyclists hit the highway for the annual event on Saturday

Photos: Durango High School’s Class of 2024 graduates285 seniors receive their diplomas on Friday night

285 seniors receive their diplomas on Friday night

Photos: Steamworks wins annual ‘Battle of the Animas’Steamworks created separation from the pack near the end to win on Wednesday; Ska Brewing takes second, Eolus places third

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Steamworks created separation from the pack near the end to win on Wednesday; Ska Brewing takes second, Eolus places third

PHOTOS: Bayfield High School’s Class of 2024 graduatesSeventy-two graduating students celebrate milestone on Sunday at Wolverine Country Stadium

Seventy-two graduating students celebrate milestone on Sunday at Wolverine Country Stadium

PHOTOS: Durango 9-R’s Title VI Native American Education program celebrates Class of 2024Graduates represent seven tribes, including Southern Ute, Ute Mountain Ute and Navajo Diné, on Saturday

Graduates represent seven tribes, including Southern Ute, Ute Mountain Ute and Navajo Diné, on Saturday

Eight applicants apply for La Plata County court judge opening

Jury awards victims of Durango bathroom voyeur $3.5 million in damages

Durango business owners hit by predatory lawsuits

Man charged with first-degree murder in Bayfield stabbing faces competency hearing

PNM customers continue to pay for San Juan coal plant that’s no longer operating

Purgatory Resort suing Forest Service in water rights dispute

Litigation filed against shareholders of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

Trial begins for muzzleloader accused of shooting, killing bowhunter in San Juan National Forest

District judge in Durango resigns

Wolf Creek Village plan loses third legal fight for access road atop Wolf Creek Pass

Often skipped vote for judges could make all the difference

Rep. Lauren Boebert sued for libel by American Muckrakers PAC

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