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Our Shared Currents: Where the San Juan & Rio Grande Meet
Our Shared Currents is a 3-part series exploring human relationships along Southwest Colorado’s waterways. These stories of unexpected commonalities go beyond traditional boundaries and competing demands. In this first episode, we learn how wat...
Candidate Interview: Greg Lopez — CO Governor
Greg Lopez, an unaffiliated candidate, is running for governor against Phil Weiser, a Democrat, and Victor Marx, a Republican, who was unavailable to interview. Watch this interview and explore ...
Making Youth Services Easier to Reach - Our Kids. Our Community. (Episode 3)
Four La Plata County organizations are working to reach more young people. Episode 3 of “Our Kids. Our Community.” looks at the barriers between young people and youth services.By Sadie SmithThis story was made possible by YOU, ou...
Candidate Interview: James Wiley — CO Secretary of State
James Wiley, a Republican, is running for secretary of state against Amanda Gonzalez, a Democrat. By Rachel HughesWatch this interview and explore more elections content at
Candidate Interview: Kevin Grantham — CO State Treasurer
Kevin Grantham, a Republican, is running for state treasurer against Jeff Bridges, a Democrat. By Rachel HughesWatch this interview and explore more elections content at
Candidate Interview: Moni Grushkin — LPC Treasurer
Moni Grushkin, the unaffiliated incumbent for La Plata County treasurer, is running for reelection against Miles Walsh, a Democrat, who was unavailable to interview.
Candidate Interview: Trever Nyx — LPC Coroner
Trever Nyx, a Democrat, is running for La Plata County coroner against Cathy Seibel, a Republican.By Rachel HughesWatch more interviews and election content at LNN.news/elections
Candidate Interview: Cathy Seibel — LPC Coroner
Cathy Seibel, a Republican, is running for La Plata County coroner against Trever Nyx, a Democrat. Watch this interview and explore more election content at LNN.news/electionsBy Rachel ...
What’s Happening Around Durango | Week of Oct. 6, 2026
Carver Brewing Company turns 40 this week, volunteers are needed to restore Hermosa Creek, and the first Durango Marathon and Half Marathon...
Your La Plata County Ballot Is Coming: Here's What You Need to Know
La Plata County's general election is approaching. Here are key dates, drop-off locations and things to know before your ballot arrives.By Sadie SmithWatch this story at
Candidate Interview: Tiffany Lee — LPC Clerk and Recorder
Tiffany Lee, the unaffiliated incumbent for La Plata County clerk and recorder, is running unopposed this November.By Rachel HughesWatch this interview and explore more election content at LNN.n...
What’s Happening Around Durango | Week of Sept. 29, 2026
Cowboy poets and musicians gather for the annual Durango Cowboy Gathering. Cafe au Play hosts a Halloween Costume Exchange. And the
40,000 Pounds of Food Donated to Durango Food Bank
Durango Food Bank was selected to receive 40,000 pounds of donated food from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as part of a...
What’s Happening Around Durango | Week of Sept. 22, 2026
The San Juan Songwriters Festival brings Hall of Fame songwriters and rising voices downtown Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 24-27. Manna h...
What Youth Lose When Services Fall Short - Our Kids. Our Community. (Episode 2)
La Plata County's youth-serving organizations are working to keep up with rising demand, and the need continues to grow alongside them. Episode two of "Our Kids. Our Community." looks at what's driving that need, and what four local organizatio...
Half Coffee Shop, Half Forge
The Blacksmith Café isn't an ordinary coffee shop. One half is a café, the other half is a working forge. Nate and Jo Winkler opened the shop on Highway 160, where you can get espresso, locally sourced ...
What’s Happening Around Durango | Week of Sept. 15, 2026
The 40th Annual Chocolate Fantasia is Thursday, September 17, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. Purgatory R...
Skyhawks Win Under Saturday Night Lights
The Fort Lewis College football team played its first home game under new stadium lights this weekend, beating Arizona Christian University 27 to 9 in front of...
What’s Happening Around Durango | Week of Sept. 8, 2026
This week Durango has the Durango Fall Pride, the Economic Alliance Summit and a Dolly Parton karaoke tribute at the Durango Arts Ce...
The Players Behind La Plata's Youth Safety Net
Four organizations serve La Plata County's youth, each in a different way. Episode one of “Our Kids. Our Community.” introduces who they are.By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at
What’s Happening Around Durango | Week of Sept. 1, 2026
The Four Corners Motorcycle Rally celebrates its 33rd anniversary Thursday through Sunday, September 3 to 6, with a packed schedule of events. On Friday, September 4, Durango's Fall Gallery ...
What’s Happening Around Durango | Week of Aug. 25, 2026
This weekend, Durango has the San Juan Brewfest, the Mountain States Cup Downhill Series Finale at Purgatory Resort...
Main Street Businesses: Farmington Commercial Space Turned Into Multi-Sport Complex
A former Farmington grocery store has become a hub for local youth sports, thanks to the Pennington family. The Penningtons have owned the building since the 1980s and began converting it into practice space for their children's volleyball and ...
