Newsletter - The Durango Herald

Fort Lewis College wants more local say on its board

Meredith Mapel, president of Durango Coca-Cola, appointed by Gov. Polis

DATE: Jan 26, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

416 Fire damage inspires new legislation to better protect homeowners

Flooding and mudslides threaten homes long after flames are doused

DATE: Jan 26, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Artist uses snow as canvas for massive geometrical designs

SILVERTHORNE – Simon Beck carefully plots his course before shuffling through a windswept snowfield high in the Rocky Mountains. Using a compass, snowshoes and his background as a...

DATE: Jan 26, 2020 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

Ouray Ice Festival evolves from humble roots, driven by climber community

Durango’s Garcia part of event’s climb

DATE: Jan 26, 2020 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Challengers to U.S. Rep. Scott Tipton distinguish themselves in Durango

Diane Mitsch Bush, James Iacino and Root Routledge talk policy at Indivisible Durango membership meeting

DATE: Jan 25, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Controversial trails plan for Silverton is open for public comment

30 new miles of singletrack for mountain bikes, new dirt bike road top concerns

DATE: Jan 25, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Survey shows wide support for reintroducing wolves in Colorado

More than 25 counties across Colorado ink resolutions opposing wolf reintroduction

DATE: Jan 25, 2020 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 55

About 70 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about Durango Mesa Park, with 78% of respondents correctly answering, “A racetrack.” ...

DATE: Jan 25, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Burned-out light causes Kemper student evacuation

Smell of smoke brings agencies to elementary school

DATE: Jan 25, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Ice climbing death in Ouray a rarity among avalanche fatalities, records show

State report says guide service was not using beacons

DATE: Jan 25, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

New memory cafe will serve up support for people with dementia

Gathering spot is first of its kind in Four Corners

DATE: Jan 25, 2020 | CATEGORY: New Mexico

Weekly planner for Jan. 27-31

Information and agendas about local meetings City of Durango: La Plata County: www.co.laplata.co.us or call 382-6210. Town of Bayfield: www.bayfieldgov.org or call 884-9544. ...

DATE: Jan 25, 2020 | 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.