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...

June 4, 2026
Tougher on trash

As human-bear conflicts rise, new state law targets ‘knowingly’ allowing attractants

June 4, 2026
Redefining the business of art

Colorado’s new A Corp model helps creatives retain control while attracting investment
 

May 28, 2026
Quick 'n' Dirty

Help for the Demon Bridge, Highway 550 N closure, and fire mitigation falls off