The long-awaited approval of the health-care overhaul and the promise of improved access to affordable health care for the middle and lower classes, small businesses and 32 million uninsured Americans


Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter signing the highest renewable-energy mandate in the Rocky Mountains – a 30 percent requirement for utilities – into law on Monday

The Fort Lewis College women’s basketball team playing to the top of the nation and earning a berth in the Final Four as of press time

Colorado Attorney General John Suthers joining the multi-state, sour grapes lawsuit challenging the recently enacted health-care bill.

Paid commercial advertising for items like laundry detergent and diamonds landing on Durango’s silver screens in place of previews.

Colorado legislators dealing K-12 schools a blow with a $260 million cut that opponents are arguing is unconstitutional

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