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Raymond Cain to be resentenced for 1995 murder

In video, Cain expresses remorse for his role in double shooting

Lions Club Chili and Craft Fair Saturday

The 12th annual Lions Chili and Craft Fair will be held Saturday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave.Durango Herald file The 12th annual Lions Chili and Craft…

Mt. Allison Grange to hold Harvest Supper

Mt. Allison Grange will host its annual harvest supper from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday. Mt. Allison Grange is at 2622 County Road 329, about 12 miles east of Ignacio.Melanie…

Stagnant ponds get repair, fresh water

Headgate repairs provide fresh water to retainment ponds

Heritage Center offers free admission Friday

Free Friday for FLMPA celebrates 40 years

Democrats offer their own welcome for Pence

Democratic supporters of presidential nominee Hillary Clinton showed up during Republican vice-presidential nominee Mike Pence’s stop on Wednesday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds in Durango.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald “I’m out…

Trace your ancestry Saturday at the library

Meet one-on-one with a genealogist to take the first steps on your adventure. Learn tips and tricks for finding your family. Start your own family tree. It’s helpful to have…

Geology workshop offered Saturday

du1-i-syn Brooks Mitchell will be program facilitator. Learn about and explore the geology of the Four Corners, with an emphasis on the San Juan Mountains and the Nacimiento Formation seen…

Mike Pence makes campaign stop in Durango

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Salmon to be given away in Dolores

Colorado Parks and Wildlife will give away kokanee salmon at Joe Rowell Park in Dolores at 3 p.m. Thursday.Sam Green/The Journal file Colorado Parks and Wildlife will give away kokanee…

Thursday lecture focuses on pot tourism

Taylordu1-i-syn Lorraine Taylor, assistant professor at the School of Business Administration, will be the presenter. What are the potential impacts that recreational marijuana may have on the tourism industry in…

Wildfire groups to present program at FLC

Kari Greer/U.S. Forest Service<br><br>This photo from Kari Greer for the U.S. Forest Service, shows the devastation caused by the Whitewater-Baldy Complex Fire in the Gila National Forest. The fire was…

Senior Center seeks vendors for annual Bazaar

The Durango Senior Center is looking for vendors to sell crafts and homemade items at the annual Arts and Crafts Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 3.Durango Herald…

Chapman Hill to host charity hockey game

“Pink the Rink, a charity hockey game, will be played at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Chapman Hill Ice Arena.JERRY McBRIDE/Durango Herald file “Pink the Rink, a charity hockey game, will…

Seed protection and mandala event Saturday

The Southwest Seed Library will be among many organizations sponsoring the Local Seed Protection and Mandala Event. A mandala, a ritual Sanskrit symbol, and an information booth will be established…

Residents defend organic treatments at parks

Backers of chemical-free parks OK with a few more weeds

Sexual assault awareness rally set

The clock tower at Fort Lewis College.Durango Herald file

San Juan Basin Health to discuss health insurance

du1-i-syn Kevin O’Connor from San Juan Basin Health will help you understand how health insurance works so you can get the most from what you have or shop for it…

Meditation seminar set for Tuesday

Ringodu1-i-syn Sponsored by the local chapter of Profound Mystical Meditation, the program is open to the public at 2 p.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. The sessions will be…

Park Elementary School counselor tops in the state

Trudeaux works with about 500 students and their families at Park Elementary School. She was honored by the Colorado School Counselor Association, which represents 1,500 counselors across the state, for…

American Association of University Women to meet Saturday

du1-i-syn The guest speaker will be Kathleen Fine-Dare, professor of anthropology at Fort Lewis College. Also being honored are National Conference of College Women Student Leaders attendees and FLC students…

Photos: Perfect day for a hammock break

2 injured in crash on U.S. Highway 160 east of Durango

Aztec woman treated Monday for moderate injuries

Democrats will hold debate watch party

Peter Marcus/Durango Herald file<br><br>Some 50 La Plata County Democrats gathered at the Underground at the Irish Embassy Pub to watch the second debate last month. County Democrats will again host…

Amendment 70 seeks to gradually raise minimum wage

Voters asked to raise the floor to $12 an hour by 2020

Comprehensive plan workshop set for Wednesday

City consultant Michael Lauer in August explains the goals of a revision of the Comprehensive Plan that will guide growth in Durango. The public is invited to weigh in on…

Two 6th Judicial District judges face retention votes

Voters can decide ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to retain Wilson, Herringer

Ute Mountain voters oust Heart, 3 council members

Towaoc elects Cuthair chairman, 3 challengers to Tribal Council

Cortez City Council endorses demolition of old high school

Voters have final say

Caption this!: ‘Wine’s fine, but I’d rather have a Moscow Mule!’

Linda Mannix sent in this photo of her donkey, Baby Frances, who climbed up on her back porch and tore a wine box apart.Courtesy of Linda Mannix This week’s photo…