The Subway shop on U.S. Highway 160 in west Durango has closed permanently after financial struggles brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, co-owner Steve Redding said Monday. Redding, who has...

Isolated thunderstorms caused flash flooding Sunday north of Durango, including mud and debris flows across at least three La Plata County roads. The storm materialized about 3:20 p.m. when the...

Montezuma County officials are again hopeful they have found a public area to access Bureau of Land Management land south of Summit Lake. The 2,000-acre area is landlocked by private lands, and the...

Since its founding in 1776, the United States of America has leaned heavily on ranchers who work sunup to sundown to raise the cattle that provide nourishment to the nation. Stout and rugged, such...

Census takers will soon begin visiting households that have not responded to the 2020 Census. The U.S. Census Bureau has launched a Stop the Knock campaign to encourage people to take the census...

Among the organizations seeking to create virtual connections during a global pandemic is the Colorado Breastfeeding Coalition. A global, virtual event for breastfeeding mothers kicked off World...

The Cortez Fire Protection District lowered the fire danger level to “moderate” after spouts of heavy rainfall last week. However, a fire ban remains in effect in Montezuma County, a decision made...

A blazing orange sun illuminated Fairgrounds Speedway Saturday night as several hundred fans eagerly awaited the start of this year’s Demolition Derby. An annual staple of the Montezuma County...

Crews have lines around the 12 acre Arkansas Loop Fire in southeast La Plata County, and today’s plan is to keep the blaze within fire lines, put out hot spots and mop up. The fire is burning in...

At the Montezuma County Fair Saturday, the community gathered to bid on livestock raised by local 4-H youths. There were 95 animals this year, and 45 buyers representing local businesses, said Greg...