Durango Local News
Durango, Colorado Local NEWS is part of Local NEWS Network (LNN), a unique platform to produce and distribute local NEWS programming in communities across the USA. Check us out on TV @ Durango Cable Channel 15 & Purgatory Cable Channel 3, online at www.durangolocal.news or on one of our 10 digital displays around town and at the airport. News Producer - Deborah Uroda, Executive Producer - Laurie Sigillito
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The League of Women Voters of La Plata County hosted a forum at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4031 in Durango, giving community members experiencing homelessness a chance to share their stories, challenge stereotypes, and put a human face on homelessness. By Sadie Smith.
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La Plata County experienced a 47 percent voter turnout with about 21,000 ballots cast out of more than 47,000 active voters for the 2025 local elections. The majority of voters were in favor of tax increases, mill levy changes, and reduced refunds from the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights in exchange for improved county and city services. By Rachel Hughes.
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The City of Durango seeks applicants for the Affordable Housing Planning Focus Group. Calling all Christmas elves and merry-makers! The San Juan Mountains Association requests holiday volunteers for its biggest fundraiser of the year. And Fort Lewis College invites community members to learn how rural communities can use AI to their benefit. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes.
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Five of Colorado’s best photographers will showcase their work at the Colorado Pro Photographer Showdown. The Durango art scene prepares for holiday markets with open calls for artist applications. And HomeToGo named 19 Colorado Ski areas on its top-70 list of best ski resorts for visitor value. By Rachel Hughes.
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In 1990, the Union Cycliste Initernational held the inaugural world mountain bike championships in Durango. In 2030, the world's best mountain bike riders will once again return to Purgatory for the UCI World Championships 40 years after the inaugural event. By Sadie Smith.
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La Plata County operates on revenues based on a tax rate set more than 40 years ago. With rising costs of services and supplies, the county commissioners say it’s time for an update and have asked voters to consider a yes vote for a proposed one-cent sales-tax increase. Without it, the county faces significant service cuts that will affect every county resident. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes.
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Greyhound expanded its services in the Four Corners Region with a new bus route. Best of Fest 2025 showcases the best short films from the Durango Independent Film Festival. And celebrate the start of ski season at Purgatory Resort with opening day activities. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes.
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San Juan Circus is a Durango aerial studio that offers classes for acrobats of any skill level as well as performances at public events, private parties, and local venues. Owner and coach, Cynthia Bae, leads the development of this new aerial community. By Zachary Marqua.
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In 2022 voters passed proposition FF, the Healthy School Meals for All program, which funded free school meals for all students regardless of household income. The program became increasingly popular and has reached a funding shortfall. The program’s continuation relies on voter approval of Proposition LL and Preposition MM on the November ballot. By Sadie Smith.
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Join Three Springs 19th Annual Fall Festival from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. Durango Friends of the Library will host its third book sale of 2025 this November. And the Colorado State University Extension of La Plata County brings a statewide agriculture conference to Durango. By Rachel Hughes.
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What would happen if a book of spells came to life? Find out at San Juan Circus’ aerials and acrobatics shows on Friday, October 31. The Young Professionals of Durango will host its annual “Falliday Party.” And learn how you can support music education at the iAM MUSIC’s fundraiser. By Rachel Hughes.
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Durango’s Hive buzzes with energy as young people participate in after-school programs, art and music workshops, and work with mentors to learn to express themselves, build confidence, and find community. Check out the Hive’s new space at its open house Nov 1. By Paige Sparks.
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Durango Fire and Rescue seeks voter support for a property-tax increase to fund a new fire station in Three Springs. Durango Fire Protection District Fire Chief Randy Black says the station could save lives and would cost less than a large Starbucks’ pumpkin spice latté per week. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes.
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Explore artist studios and connect with local artists at the 2025 Durango Open Studio Tour. Authors, writers, and literature lovers are invited to Durango Public Library’s Literary Festival. And the Payroll Department and Community Foundation Serving Southwest Colorado launched an interactive grantmaking initiative that replaces “Meet Your Match.” By Rachel Hughes.
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Some of Colorado’s most magnificent trees are growing right here in Southwest Colorado. The Colorado Tree Coalition has documented more than 800 of these Champion Trees. By Sadie Smith.
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The 17th Annual Apple Days Festival will be at a new location this year. West Coast swing dancers from across the Four Corners are invited to learn from champion-level dancers at Swing Days Ablaze. And the La Plata Electric Association will host a series of free events this October. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes.
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This week's News Roundup explores an exhibit of historical and contemporary Navajo weavings that will change the way you think artistic craft. Build-a-Palooza? What is it? And join the Bike Parade in anticipation of Durango's selection as host of the 40th annual International Mountain Bike Championship. By Deborah Uroda, LNN Chief News Officer.
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The Southwest Colorado Pickleball Association held its annual Pickleball Tournament at Schneider Park. The Tournament raised funds to benefit the Durango Dementia Coalition. By Sadie Smith.
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Fort Lewis College has welcomed its first cohort of nursing students with the opening of its new nursing hall. The program addresses the regional nursing shortage. By Sadie Smith.
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The Upper Pine River Fire Protection District seeks voter support for a tax increase. The Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency invites the community to learn about solar energy at its Beyond Solar Tour and Gathering. And HomeToGo highlights several Colorado destinations on its Fall Foliage Index. Learn more! By Rachel Hughes.
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