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Ute Mountain Ute Tribe awarded $22.7 million for broadband internet

Federal funding from Infrastructure Law will connect 817 households, including White Mesa

October 18, 2022

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Ignacio farm offers holiday treats, rides and slides for the whole family

Jack-A-Lope Acres Fall Festival adds innovation to traditional autumn pumpkin patches

October 17, 2022

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Candidates for House Districts 58 and 59 to attend forum in Cortez

Oct. 25 event sponsored by San Juan Basin Farm Bureau

October 17, 2022

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Democrats lead fundraising in Colorado’s major congressional contests

Dark-money nonprofit fuels $3 million TV ad campaign against Republican U.S. Senate candidate Joe O’Dea

October 17, 2022

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Are police dogs an effective crime-fighting tool, or have they had their day?

K-9 units are expensive, carry liabilities and might be outdone by drones

October 17, 2022

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Companies look to grow labor force through SCAPE investors

2022 startup showcase features experienced companies looking to expand marketing and employment

October 16, 2022

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‘Absolutely perfect’ weather conditions accompany 2022 Animas Valley Balloon Rally’s mass ascension

More than 25 pilots take to the skies on Saturday morning

October 15, 2022

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Durango weighs options ahead of statewide single-use bag fees at large retailers

City hopes to alleviate confusion for business owners and consumers once state law takes effect

October 15, 2022

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Reminder: Saturday print editions of Herald moving to Sunday

Ballantinedu1-i-syn Dear readers, Today is the last day the Weekend Edition of The Durango Herald will be published on Saturday.…

October 15, 2022

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Photos: Hot air balloons light up downtown Durango

The Hearts of Fire balloon, piloted by Brad Rice of Albuquerque, was one six balloons that lit up Main Avenue…

October 15, 2022

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What readers had to say this week about local stories, Oct. 7-Oct. 13

People weighed in on a proposed development, a teacher award and traffic enforcement

October 15, 2022

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Durango business owners sober about voting ‘no’ on host of ballot measures

Three alcohol-related measures draw the ire of local merchants

October 14, 2022

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Candidate races expected to drive higher voter turnout this year in La Plata County

Hot-button issues include rising inflation, property taxes and abortion rights

October 14, 2022

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Independent candidate for county commissioner preaches common sense above process

Jack Turner says he’s done his homework and is ready to confront local bureaucracy

October 14, 2022

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Proposition 122: Colorado voters will decide whether to legalize magic mushrooms

The measure would allow for the creation of natural medicine healing centers where people could use psychedelic mushrooms.

October 14, 2022

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A quick rundown of what’s on this year’s ballot locally and in Colorado

There are 11 proposed amendments to state law or the state Constitution

October 14, 2022

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Here’s where Colorado treasurer candidates stand on the issues

Democratic Treasurer Dave Young faces former state Rep. Lang Sias, a Republican, in the race for who will oversee the…

October 14, 2022

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Proposition 123: Should Colorado set aside $300 million a year for affordable housing?

Naysayers worry about how it would affect the state budget and TABOR refunds

October 14, 2022

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Riverview science teacher shares specs on SOIL Community Garden project

Durango Parks and Recreation marks $25,000 in contributing funds

October 14, 2022

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Incumbent La Plata County commissioner says familiarity with county code should give him edge

Democrat Clyde Church says affordable housing presents greatest challenge

October 14, 2022

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Boebert, Frisch debate inflation, environment and education ahead of early voting

League of Women Voters forum moderated by Durango resident Lori Smith Schell

October 14, 2022

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Colorado Municipal League takes sides on November ballot issues

Group opposes magic mushrooms and third-party beer and liquor deliveries

October 14, 2022

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Escalante Middle School students ride in style for physical education

New bike program presents equitable opportunity for those interested in cycling

October 14, 2022

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Wildlife officials remove 400-pound black bear napping under a deck in Durango

Incident coincides with Alaskan national park’s ‘Fat Bear Week’

October 13, 2022