Mancos hires new principal James Hughes

Hughes will bring his talents and experience to Mancos in July

Groups sue over Bureau of Land Management leasing rule

Plaintiffs argue the rule, which would raise royalties, could put small oil and gas producers out of business

Environmental historian reflects on the legacies of Aldo Leopold and the Gila Wilderness

Leopold helped the Gila become the country’s first wilderness area 100 years ago

Provision for acequia insurance hanging in balance as U.S. House and Senate debate Farm Bill

The Farm Bill is already a year late after expiring in 2023 over disagreements

Lawmakers address health care, tribal protections during end-of-session review in Durango

Rep. Barbara McLachlan and Sen. Cleave Simpson drop by library for Q&A with residents

Party representatives put election equipment to the test ahead of June 25 primary

La Plata County Logic and Accuracy test found machines compliant

Firefighters grow Spruce Creek Fire to 1,644 acres

Forest officials hope to burn through Friday if weather allows

Study: Marriage equality has had a positive impact

Same-sex marriage has strengthened the institution for all couples, study says

Mancos school board discusses legislation, year-end events

District celebrates new $40,000 starting salary for teachers

Air tanker base opens for what fire official say could be another active wildfire season

Fly-in a chance for first responders to familiarize themselves with various craft

NoMAD consignment shop branches into Silverton

New location will focus more on cold-weather garments such as vintage fleeces and jackets

Mancos High bids farewell to Class of 2024

39 Bluejays celebrate graduating on Sunday afternoon