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Truck spills off U.S. Highway 550 near Coal Bank Pass

Crash occurred about 2 a.m. near base of Coal Bank Pass

April 17, 2024

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How much recycling is occurring at Durango fire’s demolition site?

Separating materials like wood, steel and concrete can be challenging but not impossible

April 17, 2024

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Durango swears in new mayor, chief of police

‘This job takes a tremendous amount of time, energy, focus, dedication,’ former mayor says

April 17, 2024

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Ska Brewing to introduce new brew celebrating Durango’s trails and stewards

Membership event and product launch planned for Thursday

April 16, 2024

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Gas leak prompts evacuation of Durango Walmart

Fire department says construction crew hit gas line

April 16, 2024

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Youth hub in downtown Durango to lose its space

The Hive must be out of its building by June 30

April 16, 2024

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La Plata County Board of Health pursues sole remaining candidate for director position

Mike Byrns, of Rhode Island, scheduled for in-person visit at end of April

April 15, 2024

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Tanker truck crash closes U.S. Highway 160 east of Durango for eight hours

Vehicle was hauling 7,900 gallons of liquefied natural gas, some of which spilled east of Elmore’s Corner

April 15, 2024

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North College Drive construction to bring major improvements, disruptions

Crews aim to finish project before winter

April 15, 2024

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Birdwatchers, boaters and families visit Lake Nighthorse on opening day

Reservoir has become a migratory stopover for many species, especially waterfowl

April 13, 2024

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Officer injured by La Plata County Jail escapee sues county, jail and sheriff’s office

Elias Buck is accused of shooting Farmington cop 11 days after escaping detention center

April 12, 2024

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Photos: Chapman Hill begins new era

Work begins Friday on the Chapman Hill Ski Area master plan. Cleared trees and parts of the historic rope tow…

April 12, 2024

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Free workshops to review wildfire mitigation, defensible space and home hardening techniques

Events on community preparedness to provide resources, training

April 12, 2024

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Photo: Beautiful weather for making music

Saul Rios, 5, makes sounds Thursday while playing the outdoor musical instruments in the Freenotes Harmony Park at Santa Rita…

April 11, 2024

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Colorado appeals court rules in favor of Durango resident in open records case

Attorney says municipalities need ‘legislative clarity’ on what’s exempt from CORA requests

April 10, 2024

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Officials identify young man found dead in Durango apartment

Officers responded to report from person previously on phone with deceased

April 10, 2024

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Health director candidate drops out; board meets Friday

Mike Byrns, the sole contender, is a finalist for another position

April 10, 2024

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Durango kennel-free cattery brings 12 cats displaced by Lahaina fire back to mainland

Cat Care Durango a sanctuary, shelter and rescue all rolled into one

April 10, 2024

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Still looking for Easter eggs hidden in the Herald?

(Courtesy) Dear Readers, If you are still looking for the 12 Easter eggs hidden the pages of the March 31…

April 9, 2024

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Cars vandalized at low-income housing complex

Suspect accused of smashing windshields and slashing tires on 20 vehicles

April 9, 2024

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Total solar eclipse wows North America

Clouds part just in time in continent’s biggest eclipse event ever

April 8, 2024

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Eclipse halo proves to be Durango’s shining point during Monday’s celestial event

Durango couple fights Texas cloud cover in order to see eclipse in totality

April 8, 2024

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Tearin’ it up: County Road 251 upgrades begin in Durango

Traffic likely to be impacted through end of 2024

April 8, 2024

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First review finds Animas Valley RV park noncompliant with code

Developer has 120 days to address issues

April 8, 2024