Local News - The Durango Herald

Summer construction projects at Durango School District focus on safety, general upkeep

Some electrical and cooling systems haven’t been updated since 1970s

DATE: Jul 19, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado senators release guidelines for protecting Dolores River Canyon

Statement advocates maintaining water and mining rights, continued grazing, prohibiting fees

DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango Palestine Solidarity Coalition organizes Yard Sale for Gaza

Effort raises $4,100 for families trying to evacuate

DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Weather radar at airport could come online by end of August

La Plata County is developing an app to provide localized forecast to residents

DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Want to ban books? Durango Public Library just made it tougher

City Council stamps off on new standards for removing materials

DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Outpost at Helen’s Corner, a landmark northeast of Durango, closes shop

Property near Lemon Reservoir is on the market for $1.4 million

DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Woman builds plant exchange in north Durango neighborhood

Emily Lloyd plucks weeds and plants flowers, setting example for being a good neighbor

DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hundreds of ballots never reached voters in Dolores County; race may be decided by three votes

Colorado election official says county clerk appeared to be aware of problem, but did not report it

DATE: Jul 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

City of Durango to pursue 2005 sales tax extension this November

Councilors have until September to approve ballot language

DATE: Jul 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

U.S. Highway 550 connection finally opens in Durango

Some motorists pleased, others dismissive of roundabouts

DATE: Jul 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab adds grow dome

DATE: Jul 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Interim La Plata County Public Health director appointed permanently

Tracy Anselmo has served in the role for nearly a year

DATE: Jul 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: La Plata County Fair on Friday

Photos: La Plata County Fair in full swing Thursday

Photos: Elkhorn Fire on Sunday

Photos: Animus on the AnimasBoxing in Durango took place on beautiful summer day on July 5

Boxing in Durango took place on beautiful summer day on July 5

Photos: Archers take aimPurgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

Purgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

Photos: A rockin’ good timeThe 71st annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

The 71st annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

Photos: Durango gets ‘Wet and Wild’

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