Local News - The Durango Herald

Where did independents land in Tuesday’s primary election?

La Plata County’s unaffiliated voters favored Democrats, despite lack of contests

DATE: Jun 29, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County faces 21% decrease in PILT funding

Funds help cover cost of county services, lost revenue from federal lands

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Electricity from the heat of the Earth gets a big boost

California utility backs nation’s largest new power development

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man receives 3 years’ probation for kidnapping and choking ex-wife

Victim awoke in middle of the night to find Randall Wilcox standing over her

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Interim La Plata County Public Health director named sole finalist for job

Theresa Anselmo has led department since August

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma Land Conservancy receives funding for two new easement projects

Hackley Ranch and the Sturdevant Project will have funding thanks to Keep It Colorado

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Retired motorcycle officer reunited with service bike

Ron Wysocki purchased chopper at auction, two years after retiring from Durango Police Department

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

It’s official: Fireworks a ‘go’ this Independence Day in Durango

Recent rains played role in priming conditions for traditional light display

DATE: Jun 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado business lobbyists share key legislative wins during Eggs and Issues forum

Veto of wage theft and short-term rental bills deemed crucial for businesses

DATE: Jun 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango railroad to resume service to Silverton after rockslide covered tracks

Slide caused minimal damage to tracks

DATE: Jun 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango pulls emergency brake on sale of city-owned townhome

Housing innovation manager resigns after failing to disclose potential conflict of interest

DATE: Jun 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Green thumbs share tips on making do with limited space, tough climate

Durango area has six different plant hardiness zones; which one are you working within?

DATE: Jun 27, 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