La Plata County may propose slashing Visit Durango’s tax revenue
Voters could be asked whether to reallocate up to $500,000 annually
DATE: May 4, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County Sheriff’s Office deputies form collective bargaining unit
Employees voted 30 to 14 in favor of adopting Fraternal Order of Police representation
DATE: May 3, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Contract deadline passes with no deal between CommonSpirit, Anthem
Mercy Hospital, along with dozens of other facilities statewide, is out of network for Anthem members
DATE: May 1, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Bayfield music director reinstated after nonprofit’s internal investigation
Lech Usinowicz, founder of the Be FRANK Foundation, was placed on paid leave in December
DATE: May 1, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
‘Hopeless and helpless,’ patients caught between Anthem and CommonSpirit
As major insurer and hospital system negotiate, patients feel ‘used’
DATE: May 1, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Southern Ute tribe lights Ignacio with high-speed internet
Long-awaited broadband infrastructure reduces digital divide, tribal chairman says
DATE: Apr 30, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County health board rejects sole director finalist, restarts search
District is seeking candidate who has experience managing a large budget, dozens of people
DATE: Apr 29, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
What happens when you call a suicide help line?
Fears of bills, law enforcement response and shame can prevent those in need from dialing 988 or the Axis care line
DATE: Apr 29, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
City, police ask county for more power in approving fairgrounds events
La Plata County venue is one of few sites that hosts large gatherings inside town limits
DATE: Apr 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Inspired engagement and harsh realities at inaugural Four Corners Climate Summit
A broad range of speakers and artists presented at the event, hosted by Fort Lewis College
DATE: Apr 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County Health staff meet director candidate
Mike Byrns attended a meet-and-greet Wednesday before his interview with board members
DATE: Apr 25, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Marilyn Sandstrom memorial free library opens in Durango
Beloved community member died in 2021 at the age of 84
DATE: Apr 25, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
