LPEA's Mike Dreyspring explains plans to replace street lights along Main Avenue with more energy-efficient lighting that also reduces light pollution.

We introduce a new monthly segment by the Durango Fire Protection District. The premiere edition features the Firewise Program.

Dolph Kuss served as Durango's first parks and recreation director, coached the Fort Lewis College NCAA Championship Ski Team . . .and he started Outdoor Pursuits 40 years ago.

The Durango Parks and Recreation Department has developed a compromise between wakeless-water advocates and motorized boaters.

The Durango City Council wants the La Plata County Sheriff to close the homeless camp adjacent to the Tech Center. But will they go to the city-designated sleep-only camp?

Charles Spence, attorney with Maynes, Bradford, Shipps and Sheftel, talks about using trusts as a tool to pass your estate on to your heirs.

Need some healthy menu tips for picky eaters? Ashley Lucas offers some suggestions in this edition of Healthy Living.

The Bayfield High School Theater and Music Departments perform "The Music Man" this weekend and next.

Dinosaurs roamed the pavilions at McGee Park in the largest animatronic exhibit in the nation.

A new economic-impact report shows that the cannabis industry in La Plata County generates millions of dollars in economic output

Reconfiguration of College Drive begins this month. Reducing east- and west-bound lanes to one lane each, the addition of a center turn lane, and bicycle lanes is expected to improve safety.

If you live south of Seventh Street or west of Main Avenue, you may be required to purchase a bear-proof trash can.

District 9-R officials are encouraging students to stay on campus during National Walkout Day. Find out why.

f your house doesn't have the right conditions for its own solar system, you can still contribute to a sustainabile energy fund. _

Will you be able to deduct mortgage interest payments under the new tax law? Most likely, but there are some new restrictions.

Meet Dr. Trapper Niccum and learn about the three things you should know before making an appointment with a chiropractor.

The La Plata County Extension Service will offer a workshop on preparing for continuing drought this spring and summer.

The familiar a-frame building across from Durango High School on Main Avenue has been demolished to make way for a new Chamber of Commerce Building

Looking for a good deal? A new thrift store opened in Durango late last month.

An impressive procession of Colorado Department of Transportation work vehicles accompanied the remains of Nolan Olson to his hometown of Pagosa Springs. Olson died from injuries sustained after an inattentive driver hit him while working.