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Two Colorado bills aim to accelerate, regulate social media response to alarming posts
Legislation presented in part to reduce gun violence on school campuses
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Roadwork on U.S. Highway 160 between Walmart and Elmore’s Corner to begin Monday
Project will take place mostly at night and is expected to wrap up in November
Sports
Vote for Durango High School’s top winter sports athlete
Demons had some successful athletes this past season
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La Plata County to take tougher approach on fire risk in Forest Lakes
Officials say violations in Unit 3 will face enforcement and possible legal action
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Durango School District paints bleak local, statewide budget outlook
Finance director cites enrollment losses, funding shifts and deficit concerns
Regional News
Heat wave to hit much of Colorado heading into first day of spring
National Weather Service forecasts temperatures in the 80s Thursday through Saturday in Durango
Local News
Controlled burn targets more than 200 acres northwest of Bayfield
Additional prescribed fires scheduled for Dolores, San Miguel counties through May
Sports
FLC roundup: Burrough makes history with runner-up finish at indoor track and field nationals
Softball snapped losing streak with two home wins
Regional News
Tina Peters found not guilty of assaulting inmate in January scuffle
Video footage shows former county clerk grabbing toward another inmate's neck
Local News
Photos: Rocking it on Colorado Highway 3
Workers with Apex Rockfall Mitigation reinstall two metal beams and a metal curtain that catches falling rock Tuesday above Colorado Highway 3. Crews have been scaling the cliffside knocking down…
Regional News
Colorado’s constitutional convention adjourned 150 years ago this week
As the territory’s weather warmed, new fashions arrived from the East
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Bayfield High School students win big in robotics, animatronics
Self-designed projects catch attention among competitors’ kit-made creations at state championship
Local News
Gaden Shartse Buddhist monks will return to Durango before going home to India
Monastics were touched by community reception during November visit
Arts and Entertainment
DAC to serve up a little Colorado history
Trey Parker’s ‘Cannibal! The Musical’ tells tale of Alferd Packer
Local News
How is La Plata County putting 1A tax dollars to work?
Roughly $10 million in additional revenue has gone toward deficit, public safety, and road and bridge
Local News
Crews extinguish small fire northwest of Hermosa
1-acre blaze started on a hillside, moved into a drainage filled with dead, standing trees
AP Sports
Venezuela beats U.S. 3-2 to win first World Baseball Classic title
Venezuela pitcher Daniel Palencia celebrates after the team defeated the United States in the championship game of the World Baseball Classic, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)dur-i-syn…
Local News
Atmos Energy proposes gas rate increase
Base hike would cost customers more than $5 more per month
Arts and Entertainment
All Dolled Up: Cortez-area musicians to honor Dolly Parton’s classics
ZU Gallery hosts tribute night featuring local performers reimagining Parton favorites
Business
Big changes coming at The Durango Herald
Dear Readers, Local journalism is at the heart of a strong community. For more than a century, The Durango Herald has been committed to keeping Southwest Colorado informed, connected and…
Local News
La Plata County clerk warns SAVE Act could hinder voting access
Proposed legislation would require proof of citizenship, strict ID rules
Regional News
Colorado Legislature passes bill aimed at increasing vaccine access for children
Diseases put ‘in the history books’ could return because of ‘uncertain federal times,’ lawmaker says
Local News
Two finalists named in Bayfield’s search for police chief
Some residents question transparency in hiring process
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CDOT starts new culvert replacement project between Cortez and Mancos
The project started Monday
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Mesa Verde prepares for upgrades ahead of busy season
Mesa Verde marks 120 years amid slight visitation dip
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Two men rescued while kayaking on Vallecito Reservoir
One man sent to hospital in critical condition with hypothermia
Local News
Colorado State Patrol seeks help identifying vehicle in Archuleta County hit-and-run
Pedestrian injured near Pagosa Springs; suspect remains at large
Local News
High winds batter Vallecito, down power lines
50 mph gusts raise wildfire risk and hinder kayak rescue on reservoir
Local News
Durango School District to launch online learning program
Superintendent says option will help students with anxiety, travel schedules or athletic pursuits
Local News
Compañeros warns of increased immigration enforcement in Durango
Advocacy group urges city leaders to defend civil liberties, support immigrant communities