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New commissioners, DA take oath of office

New year starts off with leadership change

DATE: Jan 12, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

COVID-19 outbreak confirmed at La Plata County nursing home

Eight residents, three employees test positive as of Monday

DATE: Jan 12, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango church leader accused of molesting young men avoids jail

Preston Pitcher worked at First Baptist Church of Durango for 10 years

DATE: Jan 12, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

2 fires extinguished at Purple Cliffs homeless camp

Many residents have makeshift fireplaces inside living structures

DATE: Jan 12, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Elected Montezuma County officials take oath of office today

Meet and greet candidates today at noon

DATE: Jan 12, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Head-on crash reported on U.S. Highway 160 in west Durango

Highway fully open as of 4:20 p.m. Monday

DATE: Jan 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado appeals court upholds waivers, protecting ski areas

Language on back of passes release resorts from ‘any and all liability’

DATE: Jan 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado lawmakers will get access to vaccine ahead of others

Republicans are wary of plan; one says he will wait

DATE: Jan 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango protesters decry U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert’s rhetoric

Rifle Republican made headlines contesting election results

DATE: Jan 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mutu’s Italian Kitchen closes after 15 years in business

Owner says he’s moving to Virginia with significant other

DATE: Jan 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Online party hosted by Dolores River Boating Advocates

Fundraiser features river films, gear auction, speakers and band Last Nickel

DATE: Jan 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado Democrats will pursue mandatory waiting period for gun buyers

The legislation is modeled after policies passed in other states, but it’s sure to draw Republican objections

DATE: Jan 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News