Mary Shinn
Position: Staff reporter
Phone Number: (970), 375-4526

Colorado sets record for flu hospitalizations

Hospitalizations rise as wave spreads

Durango will replace traditional lights with LEDs in downtown areas

Change to more efficient light bulbs will save thousands each year

Durango City Council proposes homeless shelters instead of a camp

New idea: Use churches, government buildings and other structures for temporary housing

The Rock Lounge has summit in sight after a tough climb

Climbing gym plans to open this month after construction setback

Colorado Legislature could address nursing shortage

Southwest Colorado Community College could help alleviate a nursing shortage if the Colorado Legislature approves a law this spring that would grant community colleges the ability to offer f...

Social workers in training get hands-on experience in Four Corners

DU school draws students seeking to work in Native American areas

In fight against opioid abuse, doctors in Southwest Colorado reduce prescriptions

Some receive shorter doses; others get alternative medications

Durango man suspected of slashing another man’s face pleads not guilty

Judge sets trial date for June

Statewide plan sets five-year goal to end hunger

Emphasis on increasing enrollment in federal aid programs

Health insurance for low-income children, pregnant women secured

Congress extends funding for program for next six years

10-year-old boy killed in crash involving school bus near Durango

U.S. Highway 550 closed about 3½ hours Wednesday

Fewer residents benefit from mortgage assistance in SW Colorado

Higher rent prevents people from saving enough for down payments