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Mesa Verde Receives Significant Art Collection

More than a hundred pieces of artwork, many of which the public has never seen, have been donated to the Mesa Verde Museum by the Rockefeller Family. Many of the pieces were collected in the region.

November 11, 2019

Elks Host Semi-Monthly Breakfasts for Vet Programs

Enjoy a delicious breakfast while contributing to a good cause during the first and third Sundays of the month at the Elks Club, where a hearty breakfast costs $7.

November 11, 2019

Second Candidate Announces Bid for City Council

Barbara Noseworthy cites her experience as a consensus builder to help Durango come together around issues of growth, economy.

November 11, 2019

Village of Hope Planned for Homeless Residents

Community Compassion Outreach and a coalition of public and private partners are planning a development on La Posta Road to help our homeless residents move into permanent housing.

November 11, 2019

Healthy Living: Treating Wounds with Oxygen

If you have a severe wound that won't heal, you should consult a wound specialist who may recommend treatment in a hyperbaric chamber. Find out what it's about!

November 11, 2019

Snowdown -- Day 3!

Sexy car washers, bed racers, and parade entrants demonstrate all the fun ways we enjoyed Snowdown on Friday in our recap of Get Your Comic On.

November 11, 2019

SNOWDOWN -- DAY 2!

Tricycle races.obstacle course races, beard contests and more entertained crowds throughout Durango on Thursday. And who could pull tissues out of a box faster than a speeding bullet? Take a look back at Day 2 of Get Your Comic On Snowdown!

November 11, 2019

Get Your Comic On -- Day 1

Comic strip characters jumped off the funny pages and out of the comic books to come alive in Durango for Snowdown 2019's "Get Your Comic On." Here's a recap of some of our favorite events from Wednesday.

November 11, 2019

Watts Up: Using Your Generator Safely

When the lights go out during a storm, you may be tempted to fire up your gas generator for power. You’ll need to take extra precautions to avoid injury or expensive damages to your homes electrical system.

November 11, 2019

Changing Habits for Successful Dieting

Dr. Ashley Lucas with PHD Weight Loss explains how learning to change your behaviors and habits contributes to your weight-loss success.

November 11, 2019

How to Elevate Civility in School Sports

Two long-time Durango coaches want to return to a focus on sportsmanship, both on the fields and in the stands, with a new non-profit to train coaches in transactional leadership and coaching styles.

November 11, 2019

Keep Durango’s Economic Diversity

Kim Baxter, a Durango Planning Commission member, has announced her candidacy for one of two seats on the Durango City Council. She wants to ensure that Durango maintains its economic and generational diversity!

November 11, 2019

Will Tax District Save Our Rural Libraries?

Neighbors of the Durango Public Library branches at Fort Lewis Mesa and Sunnyside elementary schools want to preserve their local libraries, but they may have to establish a new taxing district to ensure stable funding.

November 11, 2019

Don't Ignore Sudden Loss of Sight

Drs. Sara Haug and Moss Fenberg with Southwest Retina Consultants explain why it's so important to see an ophthalmologist is you experience sudden vision loss in one eye.

November 11, 2019

Why Your Lights Blink

What does it mean when your lights blink on and off and on again? LPEA CEO Mike Dreyspring explains why it happens and how you can get a phone app to let you know when a power outage occurs.

November 11, 2019

It’s Deja Vu ‘All Over Again’ for Chamber

The Durango Chamber of Commerce may be experiencing deja vu all over again after moving into its new building at 23rd Street and Main Avenue, where it was located in an old A-frame during the ‘60s, ’70s, and ‘80s.

November 11, 2019

Will Grocery Store Beer Sales Hurt Mom-and-Pop Stores?

Grocery stores are now allowed to sell full-strength beer thanks to a new state law that became effective on Jan. 1. Will the competition help or hinder mom-and-pop liquor stores?

November 11, 2019

Snowdown Ready for 41st Year of Fun

Snowdown is ready to launch on Jan. 30 through Feb. 3, and if you’re wanting to attend the Follies or the Fashion Do’s and Don’t Luncheon, get ready to line up early on Saturday, Jan. 19, for ticket sales

November 11, 2019

Third-Annual Women’s March Jan. 19

A march and rally celebrating the record number of women elected to public office in November’s election will be held on Saturday, Jan. 19. Get the details here, on Durango TV News.

November 11, 2019

DFRA Demonstrates How to Conduct a Cold-Water Rescue

It takes special equipment to rescue someoine who's fallen into freezing water.

November 11, 2019

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