Local News - The Durango Herald

$1M appropriation gives legs to Durango pickleball project, reduces SMART 160 Trail funding

Connection to Three Springs delayed because of ongoing negotiations with landowner

DATE: Aug 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

‘Durango’ is the name of a cowboy boot, an SUV and several towns. It’s also the name of a new Las Vegas casino

Durango is the name of a small city in Southwest Colorado renowned for its outdoor recreation, historical railroad and quaint downtown. But the Durango moniker appears in other places, too: ...

DATE: Aug 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango school district program helps combat food insecurity

More than 5,000 free, healthy meals were distributed to children this summer

DATE: Aug 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Accidentally dial 911? Don’t hang up

Dispatch warns that dropped calls can divert crucial resources

DATE: Aug 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Is fingerprinting still a worthwhile crime-solving tool?

Durango law enforcement says few cases are solved using fingerprint evidence

DATE: Aug 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Famed CO climber recounts rescue from peak near Silverton

Gerry Roach, 79, has written guidebooks on climbing the state’s highest peaks

DATE: Aug 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mural commemorates Durango’s brewing industry

Vibrant artwork will welcome millions of drivers to the “Brewing Capital of the Southwest”

DATE: Aug 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado’s famed nature photographer John Fielder dies

Dedicated life to preserve, conserve state’s landscapes

DATE: Aug 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango youth lend helping hands to erosion project

Nine sets of stone stairs created and 90 cubic feet of rock reshaped at popular climbing spot

DATE: Aug 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County still searching for treasurer candidates

Initial application period yielded only one qualified candidate

DATE: Aug 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango ethics board no longer oversees city councilors

Law change removes conflict of interest of elected officials overseeing appointed board members; Bosmans’ public hearing vacated

DATE: Aug 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Colorado may see rain this week

Increased humidity brings positive outlook for fire danger in coming weeks

DATE: Aug 14, 2023 | 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.