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Durango City Council approves camp for homeless near Dog Park

Residents worry about dog-human conflicts, making residents pack up every morning

DATE: Apr 3, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County lays out process for re-writing draft land-use codes

County planners say process will involve public

DATE: Apr 3, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office rejects managing new homeless site

City and county officials disagree over ban on semi-permanent camping

DATE: Mar 20, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Democrats identify early favorites in U.S. House, treasurer’s races

Straw poll results are nonbinding; seven precincts didn’t report

DATE: Mar 9, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

For midterm year, caucus participation strong in La Plata County

Concerns about land-use code energize Republicans; Democrats weigh in on crowded governor’s race

DATE: Mar 7, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Americans for Prosperity pulls back campaign against La Plata County’s land-use code

Spokeswoman reiterates group not involved in recall effort against County Commissioner Gwen Lachelt

DATE: Feb 19, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Tim Walsworth, BID leader, to run for La Plata County treasurer

Director of Durango Business Improvement District to challenge incumbent Allison Aichele

DATE: Feb 8, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Trio launches effort to recall La Plata County Commissioner Gwen Lachelt

Lobbying on environmental issues draws residents’ ire

DATE: Jan 25, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dogs rescued in seizure get much-needed grooming

Local groomer says canines’ conditions were worst she’s ever seen

DATE: Nov 19, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Juvenile detention center undergoes massive repairs after flooding

DeNier building sustains $100,000 in damages; reopening should come soon

DATE: Mar 8, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

County courthouse extends hours for new year

Court clerk extends office hours The clerk’s office in the La Plata County Courthouse, 1060 East Second Ave., has extended its opening and closing hours to better accommodate the public in 2...

DATE: Jan 5, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Holiday closures scheduled for La Plata County

All La Plata County offices will be closed Dec. 23, Dec. 26, Dec. 30, and Jan. 2, 2017, in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. ...

DATE: Dec 22, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

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

Durango City Council approves camp for homeless near Dog Park

La Plata County lays out process for re-writing draft land-use codes

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office rejects managing new homeless site

La Plata County Democrats identify early favorites in U.S. House, treasurer’s races

For midterm year, caucus participation strong in La Plata County

Americans for Prosperity pulls back campaign against La Plata County’s land-use code

Tim Walsworth, BID leader, to run for La Plata County treasurer

Trio launches effort to recall La Plata County Commissioner Gwen Lachelt

Dogs rescued in seizure get much-needed grooming

Juvenile detention center undergoes massive repairs after flooding

County courthouse extends hours for new year

Holiday closures scheduled for La Plata County

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