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What you should know about this year’s Animas River Days

The 41st annual celebration features old and new traditions

May 29, 2024

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Visit Durango’s executive director resigns

Transition comes as organization falls under scrutiny by local governments

May 28, 2024

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Photos: Learning new wheels

Adaptive Sports Association summer program gets underway

May 28, 2024

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Sabotage deflates experience for Iron Horse Bicycle Classic riders

Sharp tacks scattered on road puncture tires for about 50 riders

May 28, 2024

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Durango bar retains liquor license after run-ins with the law

Co-owner and former manager at 8th Ave. Tavern removed from license

May 28, 2024

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Veterans remembered at Iris Park ceremony Monday in Durango

Memorial Day sparks memories of those who died in battle

May 27, 2024

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Opening of U.S. Highway 550 realignment hits delay; CDOT targets mid-June

Roundabout at Grandview interchange needs lights before Farmington Hill can be abandoned

May 27, 2024

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City tackles land transfers in next steps for Durango Mesa Park

Updated area plan, preliminary plot receive approval from councilors

May 26, 2024

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Colorado State Patrol warns of dangers involving drowsy driving

CSP believes that’s what caused a vehicle to veer off U.S. Highway 550 and crash into a tree on Saturday

May 25, 2024

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Public invited to open house at 9-R’s new office building

cca The community is invited to a ribbon-cutting and open house from 3 to 4 p.m. Friday for the Durango…

May 25, 2024

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Lake Nighthorse construction to commence after Memorial Day weekend

Improved motorboat decontamination system to protect waters from invasive mussels

May 24, 2024

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How did a wildfire east of Bayfield set land managers up for success?

On a tour of Dry Lake Fire burn area, forest partners saw firsthand the benefits of fire

May 24, 2024

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Research into Colorado’s Indian boarding school receives new funding

Bill directs researchers to collect confidential oral histories of survivors

May 24, 2024

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Ignacio School District to take down Southern Ute flag Friday

Decision has sparked backlash from some students

May 23, 2024

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Numerous Memorial Day weekend events lined up in Durango

American flags at Greenmount Cemetery before Memorial Day services.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald Durango is ready to again honor the men and…

May 23, 2024

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Wildfire smoke prompts air quality alert for much of Southwest Colorado

Areas that could be impacted include Telluride, Ouray, Silverton, Lake City, Creede and others

May 23, 2024

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In split vote, Durango City Council approves Downtown’s Next Step ‘pilot’ program

Temporary installation will help inform decision-making, some councilors say

May 23, 2024

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Photos: Car crash with injuries

Two vehicles collided near U.S. Highway 160 and Wildcat Canyon Road (County Road 141)

May 22, 2024

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Durango Derailers to pedal the passes Saturday in support of sick children

Nonprofit helps kids, families pay travel expenses in seeking care

May 22, 2024

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Lawmakers address health care, tribal protections during end-of-session review in Durango

Rep. Barbara McLachlan and Sen. Cleave Simpson drop by library for Q&A with residents

May 21, 2024

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Party representatives put election equipment to the test ahead of June 25 primary

La Plata County Logic and Accuracy test found machines compliant

May 21, 2024

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Firefighters grow Spruce Creek Fire to 1,644 acres

Forest officials hope to burn through Friday if weather allows

May 21, 2024

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Residents of affordable housing receive demands for payment but no explanation

52 letters threatening eviction distributed throughout 66-unit Piñon Terrace Apartments

May 21, 2024

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Air tanker base opens for what fire official say could be another active wildfire season

Fly-in a chance for first responders to familiarize themselves with various craft

May 21, 2024