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New cases of vaping-related lung illness rise
Two cases reported in Colorado; eight, in New Mexico
Charity
Fort Lewis College Foundation sets fundraising record
Donations reach ‘every corner of campus’
Commodity markets
Why is gas cheaper in Durango than Cortez?
Economists say the answer is simple: supply and demand
Citizenship question lands in Durango residents’ mailbox
Annual federal survey not part of 2020 census
Cortez
Four local schools hit highest state accreditations
Manaugh, Battle Rock show significant improvements; district seeks higher rating
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Rescue teams in Southwest Colorado keep busy
Lost hikers found; people injured in 4X4 crashes
Business enterprises
Can you hear me now: Cellphone coverage blanks out north of Mancos
Resident looks for a fix for home’s failing service
Motorcyclists to roll in this weekend for Four Corners rally
Event to feature new attractions, including a women’s-only ride
Cortez
Proposed wilderness areas garner favor during Cortez forum
At DeGette forum, 75% of attendees like plan to protect areas
Cortez
Local harriers compete in first annual Boggy Draw Bear Chase
Mancos sophomore Edgar Hernandez races to impressive victory; M-CHS girls’ perform well
Business (general)
Dollar General considers new store near Cortez
New store would be on County Road G
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Are local government TV channels in danger?
FCC could impact bottom line for public-access stations
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State looks to improve behavioral health; Utes get new center
Ute Mountain councilman serves on task force; tribe builds new center
Animas Surgical Hospital
Computer modeling improves replacement of ailing shoulders
Technology expected to increase procedures to implant new joints
Durango football dominates Montezuma-Cortez in exhibition
Woolverton, Howland, Finneseth score with ease
Hickenlooper joins Colorado’s crowded Senate race after dropping presidential bid
Democratic president candidate and former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper walks on stage before speaking in earlier this month at the Iowa Democratic Wing Ding at the Surf Ballroom.John Locher/Associated Press…