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3 La Plata County residents suspected of stealing nearly $140,000 from elderly man

Caregiver allegedly wrote checks in his name to daughter, son-in-law

DATE: Jul 14, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata Open Space Conservancy hires executive director

La Plata Open Space Conservancy, a Southwest Colorado land conservation organization, recently hired Patrick Barker as executive director. Barker is originally from West Virginia ...

DATE: Jul 14, 2018 | CATEGORY: Business

Cortez public art committee recommends first City Hall art purchases

City to vote on first art budget spending

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Several lightning-caused fires start east of Durango

Firefighters respond to at least four start-ups

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man accused of sexual assault in Durango found dead

Fabine Scott, 31, died by suicide June 11

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

End of July marks 118th San Ignacio Fiesta

Events were recently announced for the 118th annual San Ignacio Fiesta, which will be held July 28 and July 29 at various locations in Ignacio. The 73rd annual parade will be held...

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango KOA receives TripAdvisor award

It was recently announced that the Durango KOA Holiday campground received the 2018 Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor. Awards are based on the quantity and quality of rev...

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Business

Sky Ute Casino helps with 416 Fire relief

Sky Ute Casino Resort recently held a donation effort that collected groceries and supplies and matched funds from unredeemed slot vouchers for Durango Food Bank and La Plata County Humane S...

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango Adult Education Center hires executive director

The Durango Adult Education Center Board of Directors recently announced that Elizabeth Helvey was hired as its new executive director, effective Aug. 1. Helvey has more than 30 y...

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Education

American Legion hosts Summerfest Carnival July 20-21

Event features games, teen dance and nonprofits

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fire starts on BLM land south of Mancos

Officials are allowing fire to burn for natural benefits

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Gee willikers! Bear visits liquor store south of Cortez

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News