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Woman hit by car suffers ‘significant’ injuries in downtown Durango

Police are investigating who had right of way at College Drive and Main Avenue

October 6, 2023

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Data shows no-fare bus rides increase public commute in Durango

It would cost $300,000 annually to support year-round program

October 5, 2023

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Pedestrian killed by vehicle stepped into traffic, Durango police say

Man hit identified as Wayne Brown, 65, of Durango

October 5, 2023

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Help empty Huck Finn Pond of fish before Oct. 15

Get your rod and reel – it’s open season at Huck Finn Pond in Durango

October 5, 2023

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Durango nanny convicted of child abuse

Woman operating unlicensed day care faces one year in jail

October 5, 2023

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History Colorado report details past sexual abuse, burial sites at Fort Lewis Indian Boarding School

Yearlong investigation attempted to identify number of deaths that took place at the institution

October 4, 2023

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Silverton residents reject push to allow OHVs in town

Residents of the mountain town affirmed a decision made two years ago

October 4, 2023

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So-called ‘oldest’ pair of denim jeans sell for $100,000 at auction

Collector in Thailand had winning bid at Durango Vintage Festivus

October 4, 2023

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Survey of Durango’s public treescape will inform long-term plans for urban forest

Tree health, present and future shade and equitable distribution among factors under consideration

October 4, 2023

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Photos: Snow in the mountains

Snow covers the mountain peaks east of U.S. Highway 550 on Tuesday morning north of Durango as cooler temperatures move…

October 3, 2023

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Law enforcement responds to pellet gun shooting in Animas Valley

‘The public’s not in any danger at this point’

October 3, 2023

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Durango Transit adding late-night transportation services, rider app

Standard bus fare for new program fixed at $2, regardless of trip distance

October 3, 2023

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100-year-old Durango resident shares secret to living a long, fulfilling life

Margaret Edmiston does not worry about things that are out of her control

October 3, 2023

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City, county prepare for decreasing joint sales tax revenue

Finance staff predicts 2% revenue decrease as they prepare for recession

October 3, 2023

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Gov. Polis tours Impact Career Innovation Center at Durango High School

New $10 million building set to open its doors in January

October 3, 2023

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Gov. Polis holds listening session with local leaders

Stop part of a visit through Southwest Colorado

October 3, 2023

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Expert says wet winter is the cause of delay in fall colors

Lack of yellow a sign of healthy aspen trees

October 2, 2023

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Durango police searching for suspect in fatal hit-and-run

Officer says they’ve yet to identify suspect and vehicle

October 1, 2023

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Sepp Kuss’ likeness captured by master pumpkin carver

Suzy Mink offers tips to other jack-o’-lantern sculptors

October 1, 2023

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PHOTOS: Bayfield Heritage Days and Sheep Trailing

Emmitt Carico, 10, smiles as rancher J. Paul Brown’s sheep run past him Saturday during the Bayfield Heritage Days and…

September 30, 2023

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Thousands turn out for Durango Cowboy Gathering parade Saturday

Annual festivities celebrate Old West lifestyle and tradition

September 30, 2023

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Durango Herald wins 29 press awards, including general excellence

News and advertising competed against 10 other Colorado publications

September 30, 2023

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Randy Black chosen to lead Durango Fire Protection District

Black, the current deputy chief, plans to boost community engagement as the next chief

September 30, 2023

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 227

About 90 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about why the Durango 9-R School…

September 29, 2023