Local News - The Durango Herald

Half of protested property values in La Plata County reduced, 92 appealed further

Assessor received unprecedented 1,470 appeals this year

DATE: Jul 18, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hot weather to persist this week in Southwest Colorado with little chance of moisture

Meteorologist predicts late arrival for monsoons

DATE: Jul 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Nonprofits seek to recruit food producers in Southwest Colorado through educational opportunities

Cost of land and irrigation can result in poverty-level wages for farmers

DATE: Jul 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man who injured passenger while drunken driving sentenced to jail

Donald Villers rolled vehicle on Farmington Hill

DATE: Jul 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory revenue falls during first quarter of 2024 fiscal year

Company says it’s not concerned about drop-off and is still implementing strategic plan

DATE: Jul 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

A call for help: 911 dispatchers live through same traumas as police, firefighters

Those who answer calls are working toward mental health resilience

DATE: Jul 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Inpatient substance use treatment in Durango possible, but unlikely

Results of long-awaited feasibility study outline needs and options related to opioid crisis

DATE: Jul 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Cooling Off

DATE: Jul 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Q&A: Durango Transit driver proud to be making a difference

Thomas Richards has three decades experience driving buses

DATE: Jul 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

New business brings back nostalgic ice cream truck

Residents may see an old newspaper delivery vehicle handing out Drumsticks at major summer events

DATE: Jul 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 217

About 110 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what sporting goods store is coming to Durango, with 96% of respondents correctly answering...

DATE: Jul 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Animas Chocolate & Coffee Co. cited for failure to pay wages

Former employee was deducted payment for failing to submit written two-week notice

DATE: Jul 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Durango High School football opens its seasonDemons lost 35-14 to Montrose at home on Friday night

Demons lost 35-14 to Montrose at home on Friday night

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