Newsletter - The Durango Herald

Battle to control Colorado Senate shaping up to be big-money election

Four super PACs report millions in donations

DATE: Jan 20, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado minimum wage reaches $12. Is it enough to live in La Plata County?

Advocates urge local governments to use new powers to increase wages even more

DATE: Jan 20, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

It’s still a sorry state of affairs with Denver TV

All we get is cheap talk about getting Denver TV. Why can’t each state get that state’s broadcasts? Maybe our lawmakers could pass a huge fee on stations that broadcast out-of-state channels...

DATE: Jan 20, 2020 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Photo: Third Avenue winter scene

DATE: Jan 20, 2020 | CATEGORY: And the West is History

Durango police touts online reporting for low-level crimes

Graffiti, phone scams, barking dogs and other offenses can be self-reported

DATE: Jan 19, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Seattle woman killed in Ouray County avalanche

A 44-year-old Seattle woman was killed Saturday when a falling block of ice caused an avalanche above her on the Dungeon Ice Climbing Route south of Ouray. Ouray County Emergency ...

DATE: Jan 19, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Colorado may see a bit of snow Tuesday and Wednesday

‘It won’t be a huge push of moisture’

DATE: Jan 19, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

SCAPE to participate in national development program

Rural Innovation Initiative aims to spur digital-age job creation

DATE: Jan 19, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Regional blood supplier faces critical shortage

Donations typically down after the holidays

DATE: Jan 19, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Start planning to save money on travel in 2020

To get the best deals on summer flights, hotels, begin looking now

DATE: Jan 19, 2020 | CATEGORY: Travel

New orchard takes root in Dolores

Heritage apple trees will produce 700 bushels a year

DATE: Jan 19, 2020 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

Most Colorado student teachers aren’t paid and need second jobs. Will lawmakers ease burden?

A bill this session would grant more flexibility and possibly compensation

DATE: Jan 19, 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.