The arrival of Jan. 20 offering Americans and Durangoans hope for a new beginning

Wildcat Mining receiving reprimands for environmental transgressions at its “green mining” operation in the La Platas
Chapman Hill firing up the rope tow and offering locals a truly affordable, community ski option
A tragic end for long-time Durangoan, district attorney and civil servant, Craig Westberg
Cars and trucks with out-of-state plates that double speed limits in and around downtown Durango
A sobering amount of local crime shattering Durango’s Mayberry mentality in 2008