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On Durango’s Main Avenue: Mask policies vary

Many shops on the honor system: No mask means you’re fully vaccinated

May 24, 2021

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Durango man found dead in Hermosa Creek identified

Cory Ireland, 33, was a husband and father of three

May 24, 2021

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Durango to temporarily reduce speed limit along downtown bump-outs

The city of Durango temporarily reduced the speed limit downtown to 15 mph to enhance the safety of the bump-outs.…

May 24, 2021

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Lake Nighthorse Wibit Aqua Park opens for season

The Wibit Aqua Park floating play structure at the Lake Nighthorse swim beach is now open from 10 a.m. to…

May 24, 2021

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City of Durango offers free mulch

The city of Durango will give away free mulch until it is gone Friday, June 4, and Saturday, June 5,…

May 24, 2021

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Public restrooms remain open at Santa Rita Park

Public restrooms located in the new Santa Rita Administration Building are open to the public during the current reconstruction project…

May 24, 2021

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Tourism is more than big events

With pandemic waning and weather warming it’s time for youth sports

May 23, 2021

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Durango man runs 70 miles for 70th birthday

Marek Wentling caught the running bug at age 9 – he hasn’t stopped since

May 23, 2021

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U.S. Highway 550-U.S. Highway 160 Connection South Project to receive girder deliveries

The delivery of six 140-foot-long concrete bridge girders for the U.S. Highway 550-U.S. Highway 160 Connection South Project will be…

May 23, 2021

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After a year away, D&SNG train returns to Silverton

First day of train season also marks first ever arrival of alternative engines in Silverton

May 22, 2021

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Four Corners veterans react to Afghanistan withdrawal

Uncertainty a pervading feeling among vets as U.S. pulls out of longest war

May 22, 2021

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The Durango Herald wins 56 press awards in two newspaper contests

Top of the Rockies and Colorado Press Association recognize newspaper

May 22, 2021

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Cabin fire and wildfires erupt north of Dolores

Man suspected of arson in cabin fire; four wildfires contained

May 22, 2021

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Spring storm soaks Southwest Colorado, blankets mountain passes with snow

Coal Bank and Molas reopen after closure

May 21, 2021

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Photos: Mountain Middle School students graduate

Shane Voss, head of school at Mountain Middle School, addresses eighth grade graduates and their families on Friday during the…

May 21, 2021

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Durango mobile home residents ask for $500,000 from city

River View residents seek to stabilize rent

May 21, 2021

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Iron Horse Bicycle Classic sees slow registration

Race director blames COVID-19 fears, smaller event and people waiting for 50th anniversary

May 21, 2021

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Wildfire mitigation and fuels reduction efforts require temporary reroute of Pioneer Trail

San Juan National Forest’s Columbine Ranger District and Edgemont Highlands Community Association have coordinated for a temporary detour of Pioneer…

May 21, 2021

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Governor to issue more pardons now that Coloradans can legally possess up to 2 ounces of marijuana

In October, Polis pardoned more than 2,700 people convicted of possessing up to 1 ounce of cannabis

May 21, 2021

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Honeybees, beekeepers battle deadly parasite in Southwest Colorado

Parasitic mite can kill entire hives, bring economic damage

May 21, 2021

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$15.8 million in federal relief to land in La Plata County

Local governments undecided about how to spend money

May 20, 2021

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Photo: On Spirit Day, Riverview teachers celebrate with flash mob

Riverview Elementary School teachers and staff members perform a flash mob dance on Thursday in front of the school during…

May 20, 2021

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Durango High School receives ‘nonviable’ threat

School officials, police offer few details; investigation continues

May 20, 2021

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Click It or Ticket begins Monday

Fatalities up 12% over this time last year

May 20, 2021