Durango middle school teacher arrested on suspicion of sexual exploitation of a child appears in court
Benjamin Smith suspected of having inappropriate contact with two minors
DATE: Jul 30, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Nathan Metcalf
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nmetcalf@durangoherald.com
Durango woman opens first recovery residence in Southwest Colorado
Durango residents recovering from substance abuse disorders find new home
DATE: Jul 26, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Cats in need of home after Cortez school closes doors
Staff fed a stray cat colony for months before shutting down in late June
DATE: Jul 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Vintage bike aficionados take pride in quality, craftsmanship of decades-old rides
Event featured cycles from multiple generations and an array of styles
DATE: Jul 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County residents react to Biden dropping out of presidential race
People question Democrats’ chances of winning, the two-party system and Biden’s legacy
DATE: Jul 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Durango Palestine Solidarity Coalition organizes Yard Sale for Gaza
Effort raises $4,100 for families trying to evacuate
DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Woman builds plant exchange in north Durango neighborhood
Emily Lloyd plucks weeds and plants flowers, setting example for being a good neighbor
DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County residents react to attempted assassination
People question security lapses, availability of guns and mental health among young people
DATE: Jul 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Man captures video of mountain lion strolling neighborhood in north Durango
Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds residents how to respond to cougar encounters
DATE: Jul 13, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
For Durango’s unhoused population, pet ownership is a burden and a blessing
Dogs help protect owners and keep them warm in winter, but make it hard to find jobs and housing
DATE: Jul 10, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Dan Bender, who served La Plata County Sheriff’s Office for 37 years, dies at age 74
Former spokesman remembered for his sense of humor, selflessness and love of photography
DATE: Jul 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
Five Durango organizations receive grants for helping make city more sustainable
Five Green Durango Grants, decided based on five sectors in city’s Municipal Sustainability Action Plan, are worth $5,000 apiece
DATE: Jul 4, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News
