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Durango Fire responds to blaze above Lightner Creek late Friday evening

Officials warn of ‘unprecedented’ fire conditions

June 27, 2026

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La Plata County has 160 acres slated for Colorado oil and gas lease sale

Sell-offs happening at increased rate after One Big Beautiful Bill Act

June 27, 2026

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2 tropical storms pound Japan with floods and landslides, killing 1

A coastline is hit by high waves as a typhoon approaches Futtsu city, Chiba prefecture near Tokyo, Saturday, June 27,…

June 27, 2026

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A small plane has crashed into a Beijing high-rise, killing the pilot and injuring 13

A passerby tries to take photo of the damage on the Citic Tower also known as Zun Tower in Beijing,…

June 27, 2026

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Rare superbloom event takes over alpine meadows in Southwest Colorado

After decades of growing, green gentians blossom across high elevation meadows

June 27, 2026

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Polygamous sect leader is convicted of child abuse charges after girls found in enclosed trailer on an Arizona highway

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Polygamous sect leader is convicted of child abuse charges after girls found in enclosed trailer on…

June 26, 2026

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Video: Summer thunderstorm

An afternoon thunderstorm on Friday brought much needed moisture to parts of La Plata County. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)

June 26, 2026

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La Plata County election officials have received 7,710 ballots so far

Primary voting ends 7 p.m. Tuesday

June 26, 2026

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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory CEO resigns

Jeff Geygan has been in the role since 2024

June 26, 2026

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Mini Mansions community in double bind as they scramble to fund purchase of property

Residents of Bayfield mobile home park can’t afford rent increase or purchase loan

June 26, 2026

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In face of drought, La Plata County ranchers begin downsizing herds. It could have lasting impacts

Less water, higher gas and fertilizer costs: ‘It’s a vicious cycle,’ Evanne Caviness says

June 26, 2026

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Bond lowered to $175K for man accused in Montezuma County drug trafficking case

Preliminary hearing postponed until August as defense reviews discovery

June 26, 2026

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Rico, Dolores volunteer fire departments struggle with recruitment amid oncoming fire season

In a month defined by red flag warnings, some agencies are looking for recruits

June 26, 2026

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Photo: Cooling off in the Animas River

Anna Steaves, 11, surfs through one of the rapids at the 29th Street put-in on the Animas River during a…

June 25, 2026

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Durango residents open up their yards for Gardens on Tour this Saturday

Drought tolerant botanic tips a consistent theme in recent years

June 25, 2026

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Construction resumes on College Drive and Eighth Avenue safety project

Traffic reduced to two lanes during milling

June 25, 2026

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La Plata County to enact stage 2 fire restrictions

Southern Ute Indian Tribe made similar call last week

June 25, 2026

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Intersection, multimodal project in northeast Durango celebrated with ribbon-cutting

$9.7 million improvements add bike lanes, sidewalks and stormwater drainage

June 25, 2026

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Durango gas prices remain high as Colorado-wide rates drop

Less competition, higher delivery costs to blame, AAA says

June 25, 2026

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U.S. House primary Democrats answer questions at Durango Public Library

Alex Kelloff and Dwayne Romero are vying for Rep. Jeff Hurd’s seat in Congress

June 24, 2026

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Utah wildfire blankets Southwest Colorado with smoke

61,000-acre Cottonwood Fire started Monday northeast of Cedar City

June 24, 2026

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St. Paul’s Lutheran Church’s latest transformation is about investing in people, Durango pastor says

Sanctuary still growing from the ashes of 1971 fire

June 24, 2026

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Colorado wildlife crossings now have dedicated funding

Bill designates optional DMV fee; U.S. 160 Mesa Verde project in works for 2030s

June 24, 2026

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La Plata County commissioners appoint new representative to Southwestern Water Conservation District board

Susan Behery will replace Amy Huff, who stepped down in May

June 23, 2026