The 9-R School District trying to take a bite out of the obesity epidemic with its Wellness Action Plan


Time magazine aptly naming Colorado’s Wayne Allard as one of the five worst U.S. senators

The crooks at Enron finally having their day in court and potentially facing justice

The emergence of a rash of orange cones all over Durango and La Plata County

The surprise appearance of a gate and a wildlife closure just outside the Dry Fork trailhead

The return of dry and dusty backcountry conditions just weeks after snow melt

In this week's issue...

December 18, 2025
Let it snow

Although ski areas across the West have taken a hit, there’s still hope 

December 18, 2025
Look, but don't take

Lessons in pottery theft – and remorse – from SW Colorado

December 11, 2025
Big plans

Whole Foods, 270 apartments could be coming to Durango Mall parcel