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Fort Lewis College vice president for advancement stepping down
Deputy chief fundraising and engagement officer to take over as interim VP
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Regional News
7 Colorado counties plan to ask voters to double or triple lodging taxes to pay for roads, police
Government leaders hope voters will approve initiatives to offset budget shortfalls
Food
Farmers Market: Mesa Verde Lavender is the result of a dare
The farm’s culinary lavender is used in regional ice cream and coffee shops, restaurants and bars
Local News
Former politicians, experts make case for minimum wage increase in Durango
Residents say higher wages reduce stress, improve quality of life
Regional News
ICE raids mean scrapping some outdoor, public events for Hispanic Heritage Month
Groups exercising caution in face of immigration crackdown
Local News
La Plata County Road and Bridge funding reaching breaking point
Despite shrinking budget, staff members say employees have ensured department’s success
And the West is History
And the West is History: Baker’s Bridge – 1897
This photo shows Baker’s Bridge in November 1897. A group of gold-seekers, led by Captain Charles Baker, came to the San Juan Mountains in 1860. The group built the first…
Local News
Symposium addresses youth mental health in Southwest Colorado
Children’s Hospital Colorado hosts two-day conference for youth care professionals at Fort Lewis College
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Brian Buerger steps down as Durango Winter Sports Club freeride ski director
Coach says greatest joy is introducing kids to skiing and watching them grow
Local News
Update: Southwest Colorado faces tornado warnings, flood watch; twister hits Utah homes
Montezuma County faces three tornado warnings as storm hits near state line
Local News
Photos: Harvest Festival
Sean Cook, lead deli cook at Durango Natural Foods Co-op, sets up for the co-op’s Harvest Festival and shows the pumpkin-chocolate chip cookies that will be served during the festival’s…
Local News
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser holds discussion in Cortez
Questions range from rural housing policy to economic development
Sports
Skyhawks soccer: Men force tie with three second-half goals, women dominate
FLC soccer teams return to pitch for Saturday matchups
Local News
Fairgrounds restricts through-traffic after spate of incidents involving DHS students
La Plata County cites rise in vandalism, theft, loitering and other issues
Local News
Photos: Early fall colors appearing in Durango
Red maple leaves on a green lawn are a good indication that fall is quickly approaching Thursday in Durango. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca Leaves on a vine begin to change colors…
Regional News
The Blotter, Sept. 9-12
Durango Police Department Thursday 7:41 a.m. A man walking on the side of north Main Avenue near Zia’s Taqueria waved a knife at a passing car. 1:49 p.m. An officer…
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Federal bill seeks funding to protect headwaters for habitat, drinking water
Drought, wildfires threaten watersheds across Colorado
Local News
Driver who plunged off Red Mountain Pass had nearly 40 times legal limit of THC
Crash occurred Aug. 5 on north side of summit
Regional News
How to witness the season of love for tarantulas in Southern Colorado
A tarantula crosses the road south of La Junta late in the day on Sept. 30, 2023. (Shanna Lewis/KRCC News) It’s tarantula mating season in Southern Colorado and Northern New…
Regional News
Tina Peters is not a bargaining chip, Polis says
Colorado governor fields questions from residents during Colorado Matters event
Local News
New Main Street novelty store with sexually explicit items attracts ire of Cortez locals
Shop owner says store is not an adult entertainment shop
Local News
Photos: Downpours in Durango
A monsoon downpour moves through Durango on Thursday bringing much-needed moisture to the area. A flash-flood watch is in effect through Friday. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca A monsoon downpour moves through…
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Sept. 11 Sky Steps climb honors first responders, reminds attendees of shared humanity
First responders come together to support one another
Local News
La Plata County back to drawing board in search for county manager
Offer made to sole finalist before talks ended without agreement
Local News
Six candidates vie for three open seats on Durango school board
All eligible voters can cast ballots in each director district
Arts and Entertainment
Durango, you ready to rock?
Get The Led Out coming to Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
Local News
La Plata County Fairgrounds’ indoor buildings to close for renovations
Outdoor facilities and scheduled events will not be affected; closures to remain in effect until November
Sports
FLC roundup: Football dominates for first win of season
Skyhawks XC’s Hartwell sets course record in Alamosa
Local News
Nonprofit raises $10,000 to study feasibility of river surf wave in Durango
City board to weigh proposal for 2026 parks projects
Local News
City of Durango looking for volunteers to gather data on bike, foot traffic
Survey helps officials better understand sustainable transportation, improve safety and efficiency