A federal appeals court overturning a Bush administration rule barring states and local governments from requiring more air pollution monitoring


The Durango School District undertaking a $35,000 Safe Routes to School push to encourage walking and biking to class

The Durango Transit Center, a soon-to-be hub for public transit in La Plata County, breaking ground

Evidence that La Plata County could be the Environmental Protection Agency’s next air pollution non-attainment area

The controversial Roan Plateau drilling auction netting only $57 million for Colorado coffers, a mere 6 percent of what had been promised

The start of classes at Durango High School bringing 8 a.m. gridlock back to North Main Avenue

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