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Best-selling outdoors author will speak in Dolores
Fedarko tells story of Grand Canyon through-hike
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Cortez Fire Protection District discusses election and chief’s position
Construction of the new firehouse is on track, according to Kyle Blackmer, of Weeminuche Construction Authority.Emily Rice/The Journal The Cortez Fire Protection District board met Jan. 10 to discuss the…
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Pedestrian struck by vehicle on East Main Street
A pedestrian was struck Tuesday morning while crossing East Main Street in Cortez. Assistant Fire Chief Shawn Bittle called it a “very minor” accident. A half dozen police officers responded…
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Driver suspected of killing two pedestrians pleads not guilty
Bobby Lehmann, 77, is scheduled for a two-day trial in April
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Prosecutors: Men sexually abused girls they called brides
Pair created desert compound using shipping containers
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Company to assess uranium sites on Navajo Nation
In this May 7, 1953, file photo, Navajo miners work at the Kerr-McGee uranium mine at Cove, Arizona, in 1953.Associated Press CAMERON, Ariz. — Federal officials have reached a settlement…
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Water projects for Rico, Sambrito Wetlands recommended for funding
Severance tax case reduces future state grants
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Cortez crews repairing water pipe on Main Street
Maintenance crews with the city of Cortez are conducting emergency repairs on a broken water pipe at the intersection of Main Street and Harrison Street.Colorado Department of Transportation Maintenance crews…
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Fewer residents benefit from mortgage assistance in SW Colorado
Higher rent prevents people from saving enough for down payments
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Woman’s body found Saturday morning along Florida Road
Police say no foul play is suspected
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Man suspected of making threats to Durango police identified
Police closed parts of College Drive and Camino del Rio during search
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U.S. says snow-loving lynx no longer need special protection
Wild cat listed as ‘threatened’
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During warm winter, bears wander Durango neighborhoods, unable to sleep
City Council will consider extending wildlife and garbage ordinance by 60 days
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Cortez Animal Shelter’s fund drive raises record numbers
12 Strays of Christmas receive outpouring of donations
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Know Your Dough seeking volunteers
The Journal Know Your Dough, a nonprofit that provides personal financial wellness programs to local youth and young adults, is recruiting volunteers to teach spring fourth-, seventh- and eleventh-grade programs…