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The confluence of rivers and people drive career path for Barb Horn

Founder of River Watch of Colorado retires after 30 years

DATE: Mar 15, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Nearly 200,000 trees planted atop Wolf Creek Pass since 2019

Group targets clear-cut, beetle-kill areas not naturally regenerating

DATE: Mar 10, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Beetle kill marches west across San Juan Mountains

Though slowing, new disease and insects worry foresters

DATE: Feb 19, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango’s first fast-charging station for electric vehicles coming this summer

Electric vehicle drivers will be able to get a fast charge in Durango early this summer, connecting the city to a growing statewide network of fast-charging corridors. Durango Cit...

DATE: Feb 5, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mining claims in Weminuche Wilderness protected from development

Conservation group buys inholdings to preserve wilderness setting

DATE: Feb 5, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Biden’s oil and gas pause halts lease sales around HD Mountains

10 parcels totaling more than 1,500 acres were set to be sold

DATE: Feb 4, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bird count reveals possible increase in population despite last year’s die-off

Several factors play role in annual tally, including weather conditions and number of observers

DATE: Jan 28, 2021 | CATEGORY: New Mexico

Drought causing issues for Durango’s fish hatchery

Less water forcing wildlife managers to stock fish earlier than normal

DATE: Jan 14, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

EPA to drill into mine west of Silverton at risk of blowout

Agency says it wants to prevent future unplanned releases

DATE: Jan 14, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

EPA orders access to water treatment plant north of Silverton

Plant has been treating discharges out of Gold King Mine since 2015

DATE: Jan 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Five environmental issues to watch in 2021

Drought, overuse of public lands, mine cleanup top list in Southwest Colorado

DATE: Dec 31, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Landscape expert offers tips for sustainable gardening in Southwest Colorado

Plant Select: It’s possible to have attractive gardens while conserving water

DATE: Dec 26, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News