Commission of Indian Affairs celebrates 50th anniversary in Durango
The Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs celebrated its 50th anniversary, and its long-term impact, at Fort Lewis College Wednesday. “For 50 years, the co...
Jun 6, 2026Open source
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Final stats: Here’s how Demon spring athletes’ seasons compare to others in 4A
The high school spring sports season in Colorado is over, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to stop looking at the fantastic seasons the athletes at Durang...
Jun 6, 2026Open source
Summer theater season kicks off in Southwest Colorado
Last weekend, Durango Arts Center wrapped its 16th annual 10-Minute Play Festival. Its streamlined format proved to be a success. The DAC summer season resum...
Jun 5, 2026Open source
At bus stops across Durango, these volunteers try to shield families from ICE
Since the start of Trump’s second term, the network of volunteers alerting their community to ICE activity in southwestern Colorado has grown
May 30, 2026Open source
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Bayfield High School instructor named semifinalist for Teacher of the Year
Bayfield High School English-Language Arts teacher Brian Sleevi has been named one of 21 semifinalists for the Colorado Department of Education’s Teacher o...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
La Plata County voters can expect primary ballots to arrive in mailboxes this week
About 44,000 ballots for the Colorado primary elections are scheduled to be mailed to La Plata County residents today, ahead of the general election this fal...
Jun 8, 2026Open source
La Plata County clerk warns Tina Peters decision will embolden election deniers
La Plata County Clerk and Recorder Tiffany Lee said she was flooded with feelings of frustration and disappointment upon learning that Colorado Gov. Jared Po...
Jun 5, 2026Open source
Bill aimed at preventing sexual abuse in jails by putting guardrails on strip searches nears final passage
A Colorado bill aimed at preventing sexual abuse in jails is nearing final passage, following a disturbing case out of La Plata County in which a former jail...
May 7, 2026Open source
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Southwest Colorado representatives talk healthcare, criminal justice and data centers
Democrat Katie Stewart and Republican Cleave Simpson say they spent the majority of the 120 days that comprise Colorado’s legislative session working toget...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Red flag warning issued for Southwest Colorado
A red flag warning has been issued for Southwest Colorado by the U.S. National Weather Service in Grand Junction as high temperatures, low humidity and stron...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
How did a dry, warm winter impact Colorado’s avalanche danger and people’s decisions?
With the official start of summer rapidly approaching, the thought of winter may be in the rear view mirror for many. But with the close of Colorado’s snow...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
CMU hosting USASBE Rural Entrepreneurship Symposium this week
Colorado Mesa University began hosting the Rural Entrepreneurship Symposium on Tuesday, and the symposium is running through Thursday.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Colorado Mesa University senior joins Sentinel as intern
Julia Wildman joined the Sentinel as a summertime intern for the newsroom. Here’s a quick Q&A to learn a little more about her.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Deion Sanders, Fernando Lovo talk future of college athletics in Grand Junction
University of Colorado head football coach and NFL Hall of Fame member Deion Sanders along with CU Athletic Director Fernando Lovo stopped in Grand Junction...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Buffs’ athletic director Lovo stunned by ‘troubling’ ruling in Texas Tech QB gambling case
Colorado Buffaloes athletic director Fernando Lovo issues statement after injunction granted to Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Two Jeffco women compete for Democratic nomination for Colorado secretary of state
Colorado state Sen. Jessie Danielson is running against Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder Amanda Gonzalez for the Democratic nomination for Colorado secret...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Vail Resorts says skier days fell 12.5% for the 2025-26 season due to poor snow
Due to abysmal snowfall in Colorado, Vail Resorts reported a decline of 12.5% in skier visits for the season and a 7% drop in third-quarter revenue compared...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Colorado Springs Gazette
Powers Blvd. issues The Gazette’s recent article on Powers Boulevard highlights something that Colorado Springs drivers already know: Powers is no longer a...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Colorado Springs Gazette
The tide could be turning for Colorado’s long-sidelined Republican Party. On May 30, it elected a respected and smart party chair who holds the promise of...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Colorado Springs Gazette
As homelessness continues to persist across Colorado, former Aurora City Councilman Dustin Zvonek paints a compelling picture of how the primary policy presc...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Coroner ID’s 2 prisoners who died in Colorado prison, but officials won’t say what killed them
Bent County Sheriff Jake Six said he received a call Saturday night about a “miscount” at the private prison, east of Pueblo
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Tornado watch issued Monday for 12 Colorado counties
Forecasters at the National Weather Service also issued a tornado warning for Elbert County
Jun 9, 2026Open source
GEO Group sues Colorado over its immigration detention center inspection law
GEO Group sues Colorado over new immigration detention center inspection requirements, saying law violates constitutional protections and federal authority
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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Durango is in La Plata County, Colorado.
Region: Western Colorado
ZIP Codes
81301, 81302, 81303
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CMU hosting USASBE Rural Entrepreneurship Symposium this week
Colorado Mesa University began hosting the Rural Entrepreneurship Symposium on Tuesday, and the symposium is running through Thursday.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Colorado Mesa University senior joins Sentinel as intern
Julia Wildman joined the Sentinel as a summertime intern for the newsroom. Here’s a quick Q&A to learn a little more about her.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Deion Sanders, Fernando Lovo talk future of college athletics in Grand Junction
University of Colorado head football coach and NFL Hall of Fame member Deion Sanders along with CU Athletic Director Fernando Lovo stopped in Grand Junction...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Southwest Colorado representatives talk healthcare, criminal justice and data centers
Democrat Katie Stewart and Republican Cleave Simpson say they spent the majority of the 120 days that comprise Colorado’s legislative session working toget...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Red flag warning issued for Southwest Colorado
A red flag warning has been issued for Southwest Colorado by the U.S. National Weather Service in Grand Junction as high temperatures, low humidity and stron...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Bayfield High School instructor named semifinalist for Teacher of the Year
Bayfield High School English-Language Arts teacher Brian Sleevi has been named one of 21 semifinalists for the Colorado Department of Education’s Teacher o...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Buffs’ athletic director Lovo stunned by ‘troubling’ ruling in Texas Tech QB gambling case
Colorado Buffaloes athletic director Fernando Lovo issues statement after injunction granted to Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Two Jeffco women compete for Democratic nomination for Colorado secretary of state
Colorado state Sen. Jessie Danielson is running against Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder Amanda Gonzalez for the Democratic nomination for Colorado secret...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Vail Resorts says skier days fell 12.5% for the 2025-26 season due to poor snow
Due to abysmal snowfall in Colorado, Vail Resorts reported a decline of 12.5% in skier visits for the season and a 7% drop in third-quarter revenue compared...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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