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Election 2024 voter guide: What you need to know about the candidates and ballot measures

Harry Leland drops off his ballot on Tuesday outside the La Plata County Clerk and Recorder’s Office in Bodo Park.…

November 2, 2024

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Company donates $30,000 worth of plumbing and labor to VFW in Durango

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4031 needed replacement for original cast iron lines

November 2, 2024

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Southwest Colorado tribes seek federal funds for A-LP water delivery

Lawmakers urge Bureau of Reclamation to consider options

November 2, 2024

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Fort Lewis College launches closed search for new presidential candidate

Job to be filled by May 2025, board of trustees and search committee said

November 1, 2024

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WildEdge Oktoberfest raises money for Mancos Valley clinic

Efforts hope to expand obstetric care to Mancos in January

November 1, 2024

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Yellow Carrot owner to close restaurant in early November

Owner says dine-in traffic down 65% in 2024

November 1, 2024

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Quick guide to Colorado’s 14 statewide ballot measures

Voters can weigh in on abortion rights, school choice and trophy hunting

November 1, 2024

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Nature’s legal advocate headquarters in Durango

Earth Law Center a voice for environments around the world

November 1, 2024

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Herald invites community to join us for election night party

Newspaper office will be open from 6-10 p.m. Tuesday

October 31, 2024

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Despite tough sell, Forest Lakes T-Mobile tower approved

In rare 2-1 vote, La Plata County commissioners OK 150-foot monopole

October 31, 2024

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Cortez residents, patients support fired OB/GYN doctor

Dr. Erin Schmitt was a champion of birthing center

October 31, 2024

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Photo: Just a little off the top and sides

Gilbert Shawcroft, owner of Chill Spot Barbershop, makes his annual appearance on Thursday outside of his business dressed as Jason…

October 31, 2024

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Durango couple unnerved after campaign signs stolen, torn up outside home

Police have received seven reports of stolen or vandalized campaign signs in two weeks

October 31, 2024

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33 bikes upcycled for schoolchildren in third annual ‘Share the Love Cycle’

Silver Stallion Bicycle & Coffee partners with Durango mechanics

October 31, 2024

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Fort Lewis College lands grant to support teacher diversity

School of education looks to support expansion in learning of Spanish and Indigenous languages

October 31, 2024

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Election results 2024

(Adobe stock)cca The following statistics were reported by the Colorado Secretary of State’s office as of XX p.m. Tuesday night.…

October 30, 2024

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Police seek potential victims involving former Escalante Middle School teacher

At least 30 juveniles reportedly targeted by Benjamin Smith; more may be out there

October 30, 2024

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What will the weather be? Well, now we know

La Plata County unveils its weather radar tower and cellphone app

October 30, 2024

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Father and son suspected of killing Archuleta County woman

Charles and Hevon Martinez arrested after nearly four-month investigation

October 29, 2024

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Photos: Colorful days

Wind and rain moves through the area, bringing down fall leaves

October 29, 2024

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Wife of La Plata County commissioner candidate catches flack for costume

Krii Black removed photos from social media showing her dressed as Pocahontas

October 29, 2024

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Apartment project grows to 500 rentals planned near Mercy Hospital

25 units to be offered at below market rates

October 29, 2024

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Upper Pine fire, eight other departments receive $1.3M to address recruiting woes

Rising cost of living, limited economic opportunities in rural Colorado contributing to struggles

October 29, 2024

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Colorado election clerks working to calm public concerns

Mesa County ballot fraud rattles some voters, but experts say signature verification process worked

October 29, 2024