The Durango Herald
City of Durango to install speed control devices on Animas View Drive
'Cushions’ are part of long-term plan to improve safety on narrow road
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Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango
About 2,600 people took to the streets on Saturday in a “No Kings” march and rally, making their way up Main Avenue from College Drive to Buckley Park. (Jerry McBride/Durango…
Sports
Patrick Azevedo wins 64th Annual Navajo Trail Open
Dallas resident won with 2-under par final round for first professional victory
Local News
Mass resignations follow Fort Lewis Mesa fire board elections
District declares a ‘state of emergency’ after chief, captain and experienced board members quit
Action Line
Do as I say, not as I do
These signs are posted at several locations along the Animas River Trail. (Photo submitted by reader) Dear Action Line, The city installed signs on the Animas River Trail telling users…
And the West is History
And the West is History: South Durango panorama – ca. 1891
Taken about 10 years after Durango’s founding, this panorama shows the southern end of town. Many open lots still existed as the city slowly filled its business and residential districts.…
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La Plata County’s Vaughn Johnson named Cattleman of the Year
Physician-turned-rancher honored for decades of dedication to local agriculture
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Thousands decry Trump at ‘No Kings’ protest in Durango
Protesters bring puppets, signs and chants up Main Avenue to Buckley Park
Local News
Photos: Give a Dam Beaver Festival debuts in Durango
Front to back left, Ryan Beevers, 9, Abel Blaisdell, 9, Ellie Linville, 7, and Adrien Linville, build beaver dams with sand, rock, willow trees and water with the help of…
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Silverton residents push back over public dumpster removal
‘It’s like pulling up the welcome mat,’ longtime resident says
Sports
Farmington’s Tony Mike Jr. leads Navajo Trail Open after Round 1
Mike Jr. shot -4 under par; defending champ Wil Collins shot even par
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Photos: Navajo Trail Open
Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club
Local News
Restructured BEAD program slows broadband progress in Southwest Colorado
High-speed internet improvements halted
Local News
Cookouts, parades – and maybe fireworks this Fourth of July in Durango
Despite wet spring, it is still too early to green-light pyrotechnics, fire chief says
Regional News
New litter of wolf pups spotted by Colorado wildlife officials
Confirmation comes after Pitkin County rancher said calves were attacked
Mr. Know It All
Is there truth to rumors about a Costco coming to Farmington?
For now, only a Maverik gas station and convenience store occupy the corner of East Main Street, Gila Avenue and 30th Street in Farmington. The blank sign spaces suggest more…
Regional News
State Sen. Cleave Simpson picked to lead Colorado’s Senate Republicans
Republican Sen. Cleave Simpson speaks against proposed gun control measures, March 10, 2023, in the Senate. (Hart Van Denburg/CPR News) Republican state senators have selected Sen. Cleave Simpson of Alamosa…
Sports
Brant, Sutherlin, White highlight Demons’ spring all-state selections
Durango was well represented on 4A honorable mention all-state lists
Local News
Tenants ask: When will Residences at Durango open?
Affordable workforce housing complex lags six months behind schedule
Local News
American Airlines to use larger planes to service Durango airport
128-seat Airbus A319 will make trips between DRO and Dallas-Fort Worth
Local News
Photos: Setting sail
A steady breeze Thursday makes for fun sailing Thursday at Lake Nighthorse. Summer hours for the lake are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca The Wibit Aqua…
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‘No Kings’ protest planned for Saturday in Durango
Indivisible Durango leads local demonstration against Trump policies
Regional News
The 12 gun bills passed by the Colorado legislature this year and signed into law
Democrats in the legislature were busy this year imposing new gun regulations
Local News
Forecasters say we’re in for another hot summer
Health care providers preparing for more heat-related illnesses
Tri-Cities
Solstice Marker event set at Salmon Ruins
Event will showcase ancient solar alignments and sky watching June 18 and 20 Summer solstice alignment at Salmon Ruins (Courtesy Salmon Ruins Museum)cca Each year around the summer solstice, visitors…
Regional News
Colorado funeral homeowner who left corpse in hearse for a over a year sentenced
Miles Harford appears in court to hear the charges against him on March 8, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/Thomas Peipert/Associated Press file)dur-i-syn DENVER – A Colorado funeral homeowner who pleaded…
Sports
Navajo Trail Open begins Thursday at Hillcrest with strong pro field starting Friday
Defending champion Wil Collins highlights pro field in 54-hole tournament
Arts and Entertainment
Summer music fun – Concert Hall at the Park 2025
Nosotros will play at Buckley Park on June 26. (Courtesy) After a long workday, I often find myself searching for something fun to do with my family on warm summer…
Local News
Durango’s Juneteenth event expected to be biggest yet
More performers, vendors and activities planned for June 19