Indications that the cap on the spewing BP well has finally managed to stem the flow of oil into the Gulf after several torturous weeks


Durango riders walloping the competition at last weekend’s U.S. Mountain Bike Nationals in SolVista. bringin home 15 championship medals

Visible signs of progress and hope on the Florida Road construction project

Ticket hoarding of La Plata County Fair Demolition Derby tickets at sales outlets on Wednesday and blatant plans by some to scalp what they don’t use

The continued nightly lighting of backyard fireworks displays despite that July 4th is long over

Irresponsible pet owners who allow their dogs to run amok on the river trail, causing bodily and personal harm to others

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