Local News - The Durango Herald

Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 190

About 110 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what kind of event was done instead of the La Plata County Fairground Thanksgiving dinner, ...

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado set to release draft of wolf reintroduction plan

Here are 6 big questions the proposal could answer

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

How to survive your family during the holidays

Getting along with relatives can be easier with some simple do’s and don’ts

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

BLM restores East Paradox Creek near Bedrock

Blown-out banks flooded Paradox salinity project, left historic cottonwood gallery on Dolores River without water

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Animas River Trail provides centenarian stomping grounds

Barbara Cristol turned 100 on Thursday, strolling along Durango pathway

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

$44 million announced for Southern Ute Tribe high-speed internet

Funding will connect 1,800 Native American households to broadband

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado officials accused of trying to tip scales in favor of a Jared Polis health insurance policy

Health insurance brokers say the state is interfering in the free market to favor the Colorado Option, potentially at consumers’ expense

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Best bets in and around Durango

The film “Home to Home” will be screened 6-9 p.m. Friday (Dec. 2), in the Student Union Ballroom at Fort Lewis College. The event is free, but RSVP is requested at bit.ly/3B09HXH. FLC gradut...

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Distrust, mental health disorders are barriers for homeless vets in Durango

At least 120 displaced veterans live in La Plata County

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bennet calls for ‘strong bipartisan vote’ in favor of Dolores River Canyon protection bill

Proposed legislation rooted in ‘thoughtful compromise,’ senator says

DATE: Dec 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Weekend winter storms predicted to bring minimal snow

Purgatory Resort plans to open beginner terrain regardless of snowfall amounts

DATE: Dec 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Investigators seek information on missing trailer from Mesa Verde National Park

Construction equipment in trailer valued at $40,000; was part of road project clearing hazardous rocks

DATE: Dec 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Durango High School football takes on Piedra Vista High SchoolDemons’ defense dominates in 17-0 victory on Friday night

Demons’ defense dominates in 17-0 victory on Friday night

Skyhawks beat Lubbock Christian 2-1 in season opener on Thursday

Photos: Four Corners Motorcycle RallyLots of motorcycles and tattoos were on display on Saturday

Lots of motorcycles and tattoos were on display on Saturday

Photos: Four Corners Motorcycle Rally Rodeo

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