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City of Durango looking for volunteers to gather data on bike, foot traffic

Survey helps officials better understand sustainable transportation, improve safety and efficiency

September 11, 2025

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Prescribed burns scheduled for Columbine Ranger District

Forest Service plans to conduct three prescribed fires that could begin this month

September 11, 2025

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La Plata County looking to fill gap in oral health care

Regional dental program suspended; grant funding could be the solution

September 11, 2025

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Man suspected of drowning in Animas River

Shannon Jones, 48, found unconscious near north City Market

September 10, 2025

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Equestrian reports rise in trail conflicts in Southwest Colorado

City of Durango official reminds recreators to be mindful of all users, especially horseback riders

September 10, 2025

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Family’s world upended after ICE arrest near Bayfield

Man detained has lived in U.S. since he was 8 years old

September 10, 2025

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Purgatory Resort’s new chairlift won’t open this winter as planned

Regulatory delays push construction to 2026; bike park expected to reopen next summer

September 9, 2025

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Photo: A beautiful day to pedal

Kristi and Jeff Peltz go for a bike ride Tuesday between morning and afternoon showers on County Road 203 north…

September 9, 2025

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CPW grant money goes toward reduction of human-bear conflict in Southwest Colorado

La Plata County, Mancos and Silverton will direct funds to trash containers and code enforcement

September 9, 2025

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Durango gardener grows an abode in the midst of a concrete jungle

‘Everybody should be growing flowers,’ Harry Browne says

September 9, 2025

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Former jail commander not required to relinquish firearms, court rules

Ed Aber charged with 117 counts of invasion of privacy for sexual gratification

September 9, 2025

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Montezuma County judge could face removal over court hearing involving school superintendent

Complaint alleges Ian MacLaren scheduled proceeding to publicly criticize defendant

September 9, 2025

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Durango Fire Protection District makes case for mill levy increase

Increased property tax is best way to pay for new station, chief says

September 8, 2025

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Narcan used to revive Durango police officer exposed to fentanyl

Six taken to Mercy Hospital after secondhand exposure

September 8, 2025

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Durango police chief reviews enforcement philosophy, five years of ticketing

Over 15,000 citations and double the warnings issued since 2020

September 8, 2025

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Fall cleanup in Durango begins Sept. 29

Annual autumn collection runs through Oct. 23

September 8, 2025

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‘Ghost signs’ haunt downtown Durango

Historical advertisements offer a glimpse into the city’s past

September 8, 2025

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‘Still a long way to go’ on 911 negotiations between Durango and La Plata County

City manager concerned agreement won’t be reached before budget year begins

September 7, 2025

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Survey project to impact traffic between Durango and Bayfield

Travelers should expect 30-minute delays weekdays Sept. 9-26

September 7, 2025

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Rebranded 2026 ‘Durango Rocks’ will include Bayfield and Ignacio businesses for first time

Awards to honor wider region, chamber of commerce says

September 6, 2025

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Photo: Mules kick back

Mules take advantage of a little shade on a hot sunny Wednesday afternoon southeast of Durango. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca

September 5, 2025

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Colorado Lt. governor premiers disability rights documentary at Fort Lewis College

Values of inclusion portrayed in film align with ethics at FLC, college president says

September 5, 2025

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Durango Transit coasts through another free fare summer

Parks and trails micro-transit not so successful, but there’s still time

September 5, 2025

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Second class-action lawsuit filed against former La Plata County Jail commander

18 victims seek damages, changes to strip-search policies

September 5, 2025