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
Episodes
357 episodes
Upper Pine River Fire Protection District Seeks Tax Increase
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 l...
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Rock Crawlers Conquer Chokecherry Canyon
During the 2025 W.E. Rock Grand Nationals on Sept.5-7 in Chokecherry Canyon at Brown Springs, competitors from across the country tackled rocky ledges, massive drops, and boulder-strewn ascent courses...
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Animas High School Releases “Beyond the Bell” Podcast
Animas High School released a seven-episode podcast titled, “Beyond the Bell.” The Durango Arts Center’s Annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival returns for its 31st...
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What It Takes to Be “Rooted in Community”
Sustainable economic development requires a workforce that can afford to set down roots, raise their families, and grow their businesses. That's the premise of the 18th annual Alliance Summit theme, “Ro...
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Early Reading Scores Soar in Durango Schools
Durango School District kindergarten reading proficiency jumped 39% in just one year thanks to the Orton-Gillingham literacy approach, with students of all ages showing impressive gains. By Sadie Sm...
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“Lose Your Soul” to Chocolate for Women’s Advocacy
The Women’s Resource Center will host its 2025 Chocolate and Wine Tasting at Animas Chocolate. The Washington Post published an opinion piece by Four Corner...
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SWCO United Way Expands Mission as “Team Up”
As a fund-raising organization, United Way has a powerful reputation and international name recognition. So why would the United Way of Southwest Colorado sever ties with a philanthropic behemoth to beco...
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Health Effects of Wildfire Smoke When It’s Too Dangerous Outside to Breathe
Wildfire smoke can cause significant health concerns especially if you have underlying health conditions. Here is what you need to know if you are in the path of wildfire smoke. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at
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Rev Up Your Labor Day with Races and Rodeos
The Four Corners Motorcycle Rally is back this Labor Day weekend. The Sundog Gallery honors the late Stanton Englehart. A...
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Classic Cars and Local Wine Take Center Stage in San Juan Valley
Wines of the San Juan hosted its 12th annual Wine and Shine Classic Car Show where crowds gathered for an afternoon of vintage cars and local wines. By Sadie Smith.Watch this story at
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Redeeming a Heritage: An Arena to Serve Local Youth
A local pastor’s vision to revive Southwest Colorado’s western heritage has launched plans for an arena in Bayfield. Pine Valley Church Senior Pastor Scott Kujath leads the effort to create a multi-pu...
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School is Back in Session!
The Durango Education Foundation invites school-age children and their families to connect with local resources and youth programs. The Four Corners region’s first tattoo convention come...
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U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet: 'Fight Back Now'
U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colorado) urged Southwest Colorado residents not to give up hope for democracy but to continue fighting for their rights as citizens living in a democratic republic. Benne...
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Colorado Bill Waives Park Entrance Fee for Tribal Members
A new Colorado bill honors the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe and the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s connection to ancestral land.
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County Chooses Renovation Over New Fairgrounds Construction
At one point the fairgrounds master plan considered relocating the La Plata County Fairgrounds facility to Durango Mesa Parks. That turned...
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FLC Students Complete Zambian Water Project
Students get real world experience planning, designing and building water wells, bridges and solar energy systems to underdeveloped communities. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at
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How to Prepare for Fire Evacuations and Emergencies
Learn how to prepare for fire evacuations. Fort Lewis College seeks swag to share the school’s history. And World Atlas named a Four Corners town one of the most...
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Durango Fire Settles Into New Station
New downtown Durango Fire facility houses engine, ladder truck, two ambulances, EMS Captain, with space to add additional crew. By Connor Shreve.Watch this story at
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Community-Centric Arts Hub Opens on Main Ave
A new art gallery with a community-storytelling focus opened in downtown Durango. Three Springs may get a fire station—voters will decide this November. And the Durango School District officially ch...
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Credit Union Branches into Durango
To mark its Durango opening, Sunward Credit Union launched a small business scholarship. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at
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Music in the Mountains Crescendos Toward Aug. 3 Finale
The baton has dropped. The overture nears its end, but you still have time to catch the musical magic that is the 39th annual Music in the Mountains Festival through Aug. 3. By Deborah Uroda.
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Weminuche Wilderness Turns 50
Spanning nearly 500,000 acres across the San Juan and Rio Grande National Forests, the Weminuche Wilderness has an average elevation of 10,000 feet. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at
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Elizabeth Philbrick Sworn in as District 1 County Commissioner
Elizabeth Philbrick has been sworn in to fill the District 1 county commissioner seat. Join the Mountain Studies Institute for Forest Health Steward...
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