Hissing gas well near Hesperus finally gets Colorado’s attention
Department of Natural Resources expected to visit site this month
DATE: Dec 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Fiesta Days Rodeo loses free access to La Plata County Fairgrounds
Reduced scale, staffing shortages, safety concerns cited in commissioners’ decision
DATE: Dec 2, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County Sheriff’s Office to reduce public office hours
Move will help staff deal with records requests, stricter evidence requirements
DATE: Dec 1, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Flood response highlights La Plata County’s emergency preparedness
Officials credit planning, drills and new tech for swift action
DATE: Nov 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
San Juan Mountains Association Christmas tree lot now open in Durango
Annual fundraiser is scheduled to run through Dec. 22 – or while supplies last
DATE: Nov 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
35-foot-tall logjam is blocking Vallecito Creek; removal is critical to flood recovery
Firefighters propose using fire or explosives to clear blockage
DATE: Nov 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Purgatory Resort aims to open Friday
Snow, cooler temperatures expected later this week
DATE: Nov 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Effects of government shutdown linger in La Plata County
Lapse in SNAP benefits will likely continue to affect recipients, food banks for weeks
DATE: Nov 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Longtime Christmas bazaar canceled over confusion about city of Durango license rules
51st annual event called off days before opening at Senior Center
DATE: Nov 25, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
This Vallecito couple wants to make La Plata County a hot-spot for gay weddings
‘Gay couples have money. Money helps our local economy,’ co-owner of Cinder and Pine Weddings says
DATE: Nov 25, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
San Juan Mountains Association looks for new executive director
Stephanie Weber will remain in position until a replacement is found
DATE: Nov 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
For Vallecito residents, cooperation is a must for successful post-flood recovery
Creek channel bore brunt of damage; fixing it will cost millions
DATE: Nov 23, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
