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Silverton residents reject push to allow OHVs in town
Residents of the mountain town affirmed a decision made two years ago
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An old-fashioned newspaper war inspired by modern politics is raging in Westcliffe and dividing readers
While many Colorado communities are losing their local newspapers, Custer County readers are divided between a traditional, 100-year-old paper and a right-wing newcomer
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So-called ‘oldest’ pair of denim jeans sell for $100,000 at auction
Collector in Thailand had winning bid at Durango Vintage Festivus
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Survey of Durango’s public treescape will inform long-term plans for urban forest
Tree health, present and future shade and equitable distribution among factors under consideration
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Fair housing advocates say S.W. Colorado forums can do wonders educating property managers, consumers
Durango forum scheduled for Wednesday, Cortez forum on Thursday
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Photos: Snow in the mountains
Snow covers the mountain peaks east of U.S. Highway 550 on Tuesday morning north of Durango as cooler temperatures move into the area. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)Jerry McBride Snow covers the…
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Law enforcement responds to pellet gun shooting in Animas Valley
‘The public’s not in any danger at this point’
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Durango Transit adding late-night transportation services, rider app
Standard bus fare for new program fixed at $2, regardless of trip distance
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100-year-old Durango resident shares secret to living a long, fulfilling life
Margaret Edmiston does not worry about things that are out of her control
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City, county prepare for decreasing joint sales tax revenue
Finance staff predicts 2% revenue decrease as they prepare for recession
Arts and Entertainment
Helping keep mining history alive
Christopher George to talk about his new book
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Gov. Polis tours Impact Career Innovation Center at Durango High School
New $10 million building set to open its doors in January
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Gov. Polis holds listening session with local leaders
Stop part of a visit through Southwest Colorado
Regional News
Lawsuit targets new Colorado Parks and Wildlife regulations for State Wildlife Areas
Animal advocacy groups argue the new regulations for more than 350 State Wildlife Areas offer special treatment for hunters and anglers with increased prohibitions on non-wildlife related recreation
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Expert says wet winter is the cause of delay in fall colors
Lack of yellow a sign of healthy aspen trees
Regional News
Bigger vehicles are more dangerous to bicyclists and pedestrians. Should their owners in Colorado pay for new safety projects?
People run across Federal Boulevard in Denver to catch a bus. April 25, 2023. (Kevin J. Beaty/Denverite) A legislative committee will consider a bill on Tuesday that could raise up…
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Durango police searching for suspect in fatal hit-and-run
Officer says they’ve yet to identify suspect and vehicle
And the West is History
And the West is History: Red Ryder and Little Beaver at Race Meet – 1949
The 1949 Spanish Trails Fiesta featured comic strip characters Red Ryder and Little Beaver. They led the downtown parade and appeared at the rodeo. Here, they are pictured presenting the…
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Spoketober returns to help grow Durango’s cycling scene
Second annual monthlong event is meant to be diverse, inclusive
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Sepp Kuss’ likeness captured by master pumpkin carver
Suzy Mink offers tips to other jack-o’-lantern sculptors
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PHOTOS: Bayfield Heritage Days and Sheep Trailing
Emmitt Carico, 10, smiles as rancher J. Paul Brown’s sheep run past him Saturday during the Bayfield Heritage Days and Sheep Trailing event in Bayfield. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)Jerry McBride Rancher…
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Thousands turn out for Durango Cowboy Gathering parade Saturday
Annual festivities celebrate Old West lifestyle and tradition
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Durango Herald wins 29 press awards, including general excellence
News and advertising competed against 10 other Colorado publications
Regional News
Two new Colorado gun laws take effect Sunday
Coloradans will have to wait three days to receive a gun after they buy it
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Fort Lewis College staff member raising awareness for hearing loss on Navajo Nation
Former student uses personal experience to help spread compassion for those with sensory disorders
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Fort Lewis women’s soccer cruises to 6-0 win over NM Highlands
Skyhawks improve to 5-0-3 this season following Friday’s win
Local News
Randy Black chosen to lead Durango Fire Protection District
Black, the current deputy chief, plans to boost community engagement as the next chief
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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 227
About 90 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about why the Durango 9-R School Board election canceled, with 88% of respondents correctly answering “Not…