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Willow Fire north of Cortez is 30% contained

Wildfire west of Salter Y grew to 30 acres

DATE: Aug 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

As hikers flock to Colorado 14ers, trail-building crews work to rescue the alpine tundra

Colorado Fourteeners Initiative has worked on 35 of the state’s 58 mountains higher than 14,000 feet, fixing ‘social trails’ created by climbers taking the most direct route to the summit

DATE: Aug 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado Republicans turn to ballot questions when elections fail

Colorado conservatives have seen some success in recent years by bringing and opposing ballot measures, mostly around cutting taxes

DATE: Aug 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

It’s more than just flying for the people behind the Cortez Rendezvous

These dedicated flyers remember one of their beloved in this weekend’s celebrations

DATE: Aug 8, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Statewide redistricting commission holds hearing in Durango

Meetings are part of effort by independent commissions to redraw political boundaries

DATE: Aug 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Why is it so hazy outside?

Smoke from western wildfires engulfs western Colorado

DATE: Aug 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Delta variant rises to dominance in La Plata, Archuleta counties

People who are unvaccinated experiencing surge of cases

DATE: Aug 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wildflower season offers scenic hikes

Wildflowers are blooming in the San Juan Mountains and are thriving from all the rain. Here are three trails to view them. Horse Creek Trail: This trailhead is on Colorado Highway 145 b...