Remembering Ben Nighthorse Campbell

Remembering Ben Nighthorse Campbell

Author: LNN Durango, Colorado April 24, 2026 Duration: 4:18
On what would have been his 93rd birthday, friends, family and fellow leaders gathered in Ignacio on April 13th to honor the life and legacy of Ben Nighthorse Campbell. Those who knew him best reflect on a man who transformed Native American representation in American politics, championed tribal sovereignty, and proved that anybody can make a real difference. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at durangolocal.news. Support the show

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The Impact of One Cent on County Services [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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La Plata County operates on revenues based on a tax rate set more than 40 years ago. With rising costs of services and supplies, the county commissioners say it’s time for an update and have asked voters to consider a ye…
Traveling from Albuquerque to Durango Just Got Easier [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:30
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Aerial Acrobatics Take Flight in Durango [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:42
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Durango Schools Await Ballot Decision on Free Meals Program [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:05
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Women in Ag Conference Comes to La Plata County [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:10
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Duration: 2:14
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Sonic Booms, Learning Through Failure, and Freedom to Be [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:53
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Faster Emergency Response for the Price of a Coffee [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:48
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Durango Open Studio Tour Connects Art Lovers with Artists [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:51
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