With Ye Olde snowdown starting next week The Telegraph asked: “How is Durango still stuck in the Dark Ages?”

Kathleen Costello

“There’s still jousting going on between the City Council members and the city staff.”


Duncan Gulliford

“I can’t think of any ways that Durangoisn’t stuck in the dark ages.”


Mike Godin

“Durango still has coin-operated parking meters rather than credit card readers.”

Bram Jenkins

“Every time I flip a switch, I have to strike a match to see if the lights are on.”



Welana

“The plumbing and heating, or lack thereof, in most of the downtown buildings.”

 

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