Local News - The Durango Herald

Looking back on 2024

Examining the year’s triumphs, hardships and some of La Plata County’s most important news stories

DATE: Dec 30, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado GOP threatens to sue Durango schools

Email says flags resolution would violate constitutional rights of undefined students

DATE: Dec 29, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Despite dry December, Durango area surpasses total precipitation compared to 2023

June monsoon delivers more than normal rain for summer months

DATE: Dec 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photo: Sledding in the snow

DATE: Dec 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Restoration project on West Fork of Dolores River benefits trout habitat, ecosystem as a whole

Trout Unlimited recently worked with a private landowner to do the work

DATE: Dec 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Tourism strong at Purgatory Resort, Durango Hot Springs as winter arrives

Many visitors hit the slopes before taking a dip

DATE: Dec 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Family bond fuels Eastern La Plata County business conglomerate

Members of the Lee family own 10-plus businesses across Bayfield, Ignacio

DATE: Dec 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Boy killed in Towaoc shooting was in bed when he was hit

Investigators found 24 bullet casings from ‘assault-style rifle’ at shooting site

DATE: Dec 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

East Eighth Avenue reopens as apartment fire investigation continues

A blaze broke out in an apartment complex, torching at least one unit

DATE: Dec 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Red Mountain pass to close Saturday morning following storm

Weather expected to clear by Saturday morning, meteorologist says

DATE: Dec 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

A big family: Cortez police officers remember Sgt. Michael Moran a year after his death

The police department agrees it is closer now than ever before

DATE: Dec 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mobile app used at Purgatory Resort turns one’s phone into a pocket-size safety beacon

Locator system becoming key response tool at ski areas

DATE: Dec 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: DHS girls soccer advancesDemons defeat Riverdale Ridge 1-0 in the second round of playoffs

Demons defeat Riverdale Ridge 1-0 in the second round of playoffs

About a dozen cutbow trout thrown from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife truck

Durango High School baseball defeats Montrose 8-4 on Saturday

Photos: Senior day for Durango High School boys lacrosseDHS boys lacrosse defeats Montrose High School 17-7

DHS boys lacrosse defeats Montrose High School 17-7

Photos/video: Galloping alongThe Rio Grande Southern Galloping Goose No.5

The Rio Grande Southern Galloping Goose No.5

Photos: It’s all about sportsmanship at annual Bowker Games

Play ball: Demons in action at homeDurango High School baseball wins over Montezuma-Cortez on Tuesday

Durango High School baseball wins over Montezuma-Cortez on Tuesday

Photos: Hands Off! RallyAbout 1,000 people participate on Saturday in the Hands Off! Rally in Durango

About 1,000 people participate on Saturday in the Hands Off! Rally in Durango

Photos: Hadestown Durango High School Troupe 1096 rehearse Hadestown Teen Edition

Durango High School Troupe 1096 rehearse Hadestown Teen Edition

DHS lost to Grand Junction High School 10-4 on Friday afternoon