Local News - The Durango Herald

Woman found dead in Animas River is identified

Rafting company spotted body and notified police

DATE: Sep 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

With no phone, wallet or car, he died in the Colorado wilderness, leaving $30,000 to the food bank

Stew Scheppegrell, 79, spent 20 years living alone northeast of Durango. His body was found last month

DATE: Sep 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango police, Four Corners Motorcycle Rally official say event was a success

Collaboration between DPD and rally organizers helps enforcement on hectic holiday weekend

DATE: Sep 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Virtual CD3 candidate forum to be held on Sept. 18

Online meeting an opportunity to learn about candidates’ platforms

DATE: Sep 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Proposed ‘vacancy tax’ draws mixed reactions from Durango area officials

Colorado Association of Ski Towns proposes taxing second homes and vacation rentals

DATE: Sep 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Familiar issues float to top of voters’ minds, Democratic candidate Adam Frisch says

Second-time contender for Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District hits Durango on campaign trail

DATE: Sep 7, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

This new Cortez home is made of foam

The nontraditional build will be move-in ready by the end of the month

DATE: Sep 7, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango City Council approves Indigenous land acknowledgment

Statement to be read at city meetings, appear in publications

DATE: Sep 7, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango’s new deputy police chief takes oath, dons badge

Meet Chris Gonzalez of Colorado Springs

DATE: Sep 7, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango slows its pace on Downtown’s Next Step

Mayor wants funding details, more discussion with councilors

DATE: Sep 6, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Health System welcomes new doctor

Dr. Jameson Laub is family medical doctor at the hospital

DATE: Sep 6, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores Ranger District plans three prescribed burns in September

Haycamp Mesa, Boggy Draw and Salter are selected

DATE: Sep 6, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.