Why did it take so long for the Navajo Nation to secure a Superfund designation?
Waste from 40 years of uranium mining has contaminated watersheds across the reservation
DATE: Apr 2, 2024 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life
What’s happening on the ground with Southwestern water?
A panel highlights local achievements at the water district’s 40th seminar
DATE: Mar 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Switching to drought-resistant crops ‘ain’t pretty’ – but support for farmers is there
Ute Mountain Ute farmers are leaders in agricultural community
DATE: Mar 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
How did a Durango wildlife biologist end up in Colorado senators’ crosshairs?
Facing rejection by state Senate, Gary Skiba resigned from CPW Commission
DATE: Mar 25, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Expansive solar farm slated for Ute Mountain Ute reservation
4,400-acre facility will be among the nation’s largest
DATE: Mar 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
‘Compassion Center’ grows, meeting needs of Durango’s houseless
Community Compassion Outreach among several nonprofits trying to fill gaps in the care continuum
DATE: Mar 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
First Superfund site on Navajo Nation to address uranium mining pollution
Residents in Arizona community have suffered impacts of radiation exposure for decades
DATE: Mar 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Hesperus Ski Area to remain closed through 2024-25 season
Local hill will remain closed to uphill and downhill access
DATE: Mar 13, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Firefighter recovering from fractured skull caused by falling tree
Hard hat ‘undoubtedly’ saved the life of Durango resident Jim Meyer when a large tree struck his head
DATE: Mar 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County launches Wildfire Resource Center
New map shows risks and resources of individual properties
DATE: Mar 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Over 40% voter turnout in Southwest Colorado for presidential primaries
Top La Plata County election official ‘very, very happy’ with turnout
DATE: Mar 6, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
BLM seeks comment about enforcement rules across Southwest Colorado
Policy would give teeth to existing restrictions on land around Silverton, Durango and Cortez
DATE: Feb 29, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
