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Fire at Gustavo’s Mexican Restaurant in Cortez is under investigation

No one injured in blaze that shut down traffic on Main Street

DATE: Apr 18, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Trail transformation

DATE: Apr 18, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

A Bayfield business was on the cusp of the American dream. Tariffs may yank it away

‘For us, it’s not political, it’s existential,’ said Taylor Ripp, owner of Outpost Campers

DATE: Apr 18, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Lawmakers OK bill allowing counties to increase lodgers tax

Legislation could pave way for La Plata County ballot question this year

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango Mesa Park Foundation to convey 392 acres to city for park preservation

Parcel serves as open space that connects to BLM land

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Weekend showers to give way to tranquil weather in La Plata County

Rain, snow expected in Durango; San Juan Mountains could receive accumulation

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Flock set free

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hats off to Easter; share your festive photos with the Herald

Dear readers, With Easter upon us, The Durango Herald is asking readers to share photos of decorative, festive or elaborate hats worn this Sunday. Whether you’re wearing a hat to churc...

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango superintendent honored for innovation in classroom technology

Karen Cheser receives 2025 EmpowerED Digital Superintendent of the Year Award

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

More signs of aging infrastructure uncovered in Durango alley

City to use radar, other tools to locate buried utility lines

DATE: Apr 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Some Durango-area trails to reopen early

Animas City Mountain, Grandview Ridge among popular routes open after winter closure

DATE: Apr 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Plane crashes are rare, but Durango airport firefighting team is always ready

Fire crew adds $1 million vehicle to fleet amid ongoing safety upgrades

DATE: Apr 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

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

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.

A solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a d...