DLN News

Colorado’s Rainbow Trout Comeback

Posted on Jul 31, 2015

Colorado trout populations recover from whirling disease, but why are rainbow trout declining in the Animas River? Will a Superfund designation help speed reclamation of mines and reduce pollution int he Animas River near Silverton? And a Durango grandmother takes on a healthier skat e park with Thrasher Thursdays. Join Ashley Dickson for this edition of Durango TV News!

Tracking the Train Along the New Byway

Posted on Jul 26, 2015

Follow the tracks of the Denver & Rio Grande Western Narrow Gauge Railroad . . . Colorado’s first, and the nation’s largest, narrow gauge railroad system . . . from Durango to Chama, N.M. It’s the state’s newest byway.

The Future of North Main

Posted on Jul 9, 2015

City of Durango officials hope to make North Main Avenue more pedestrian and bicycle friendly.

Fine Art Photography Exhibit Now Open

Posted on Jul 5, 2015

A stunning exhibit of fine art photography from nine local artists is now open at the Durango Arts Center.

Camping Ban

Posted on Jun 25, 2015

Squatters living illegally on public lands have forced the San Juan National Forest and Bureau of Land Management to ban camping in several areas around Durango.

High Water in La Plata County

Posted on Jun 20, 2015

Planning for the long-awaited Animas River Trail connection to Three Springs is under way. Where would you like to see the trail go? Fort Lewis College alumni bring the boom back to Skyhawk football games. And two local car mechanics hope to join 200 Club at the Bonneville Salt Flats this summer. These stories and more on this edition of Durango TV News.

Would You Pay More in Taxes for Safe Roads?

Posted on Jun 14, 2015

La Plata County has more than 600 miles of roads within its boarders and it will spend about $4 million for road reconstruction and maintenance this year. But county officials say they need twice that much, and without an increase in revenues, the county road system is in danger of falling apart.

Wolf Creek Land Exchange

Posted on Jun 7, 2015

La Plata County Commissioners Support Federal Management of Federal Lands

Posted on May 28, 2015

The La Plata County Commissioners took a stand against privatization of Forest Service and other federal lands earlier this month when they voted unanimously to support continued federal management in La Plata County.

First in Her Family

Posted on May 24, 2015

Three years ago, Glory Roehrs was ready to drop out of high school – just like her mother, her father, and her younger sister. But on June 3, Glory will be the first in her family to graduate from high school, and she’s already started her job as a cosmetologist. Find out how she made the grade.

Alpaca Lotta Love

Posted on May 16, 2015

What has four legs, a long neck, and a face like a monkey? It may sound like a critter from a Dr. Zeuss book, but it’s only an alpaca, and one La Plata County couple loves them so much, that they care for 70 on their ranch near Marvel.

Two New Elementary Schools

Posted on May 8, 2015

Two new charger elementary schools will open in Durango in Fall 2016. And together, they’ll serve more than 300 students.

Community State of Affairs

Posted on May 4, 2015

Will recent storms be enough to meet summertime water demands? Learn how to increase your health and wealth with the four laws of spiritual prosperity, and we celebrate Star wars day with downtown Durango.

Permit Parking Paused

Posted on Apr 24, 2015

The Durango City Council puts permit parking on hold for Third Avenue . . . for now. The first master’s degree candidates graduate this May from Fort Lewis College. And we debut a new segment called “Find the Fun.” Learn more about the fun activities available to you in Southwest Colorado.

Durango TV News : La Posta Road Fire

Posted on Apr 18, 2015

Does the first major wildfire of the season a forecast of things to come this summer? The Colorado State Patrol will be out looking for distracted drivers in April, so “Drop the Distractions.” And get some tips from the Four Leaves Winery to get the most out your Durango Wine Experience. These stories and more on this edition of Inside Durango News.

IDTV, City Council Candidates Part 2

Posted on Mar 15, 2015

This week on Durango TV News, City Council candidates Dick White and Sean Waddell discuss local affairs, Radiance Beals tells us what to expect from this years Four States AG Expo, and it’s puppies galore in our furry friends segment. All this and more on this week’s Durango TV News

IDTV News: City Council Candidates 2015

Posted on Mar 8, 2015

Enjoy the sounds of over 300 young musicians, Durango City Council Candidates give their say on current issues, and Durango Mountain Resort is no more, all this and more on this week’s Durango TV News.

$25,000 Award, J. Paul Brown & Durango’s 1st Legal Distillery

Posted on Feb 12, 2015

A local third-grade teacher wins $25,000, find out why. State Representative J. Paul Brown provides an update on his second term in Legislature. And Durango’s First-Ever (in City Limit’s) Legal Distillery opens in Downtown Durango. All these stores and more on this edition of Inside Durango News!

Inside Durango News: King Coal Mine, Snowdown Recap, & Chef’s Secrets

Posted on Feb 7, 2015

Find out why a 70-year-old coal mining operation is under siege by its neighbors…Relive the zaniest moments from this year’s Steampunk Snowdown…And learn why a good sharp knife should be your best friend in the kitchen during Durango Coffee Company’s Chef’s Secrets…all these stories and more on this edition of Inside Durango News.

Inside Durango News: Village at Wolf Creek, HWY 550/160 and Steampunk Styling

Posted on Jan 25, 2015

Environmental groups continue their battle against the Village at Wolf Creek…Engineers say the multi-million-dollar construction project at U.S. Highway 550 and 160 was worth the cost…And we get a lesson in Steampunk Fashion…just in time for Snowdown…These stories and more on this edition of Inside Durango News.