San Juan Basin Health Department

When will the general public have access to COVID-19 vaccine?

Gov. Polis expands priority list, but doesn’t lay out plan, local health officials say

DATE: Jan 1, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County to move into Level Orange

Gov. Jared Polis unexpectedly eases health restrictions

DATE: Dec 31, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Outbreak of COVID-19 cases reported at Durango’s Walmart

Six staff members test positive, state records show

DATE: Dec 23, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Moderna vaccine arrives in La Plata County

Health care workers, long-term care staff members and residents prioritized for vaccinations

DATE: Dec 23, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bayfield High School COVID-19 outbreak will not deter in-person learning, superintendent says

District’s choice to open schools draws concerns

DATE: Dec 23, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

CJ’s Diner wants lawsuit thrown out, says regulations are unconstitutional

Restaurant defied public health orders by offering indoor dining

DATE: Dec 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

COVID-19 death toll rises to 18 at Durango nursing home

Outbreak at Four Corners Health Care Center first reported Nov. 23

DATE: Dec 21, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Could La Plata County return to Level Orange in coming weeks?

Health officials warn holiday gatherings could increase cases

DATE: Dec 18, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rapid testing arrives in La Plata County

Quick results can help identify outbreaks in high-risk locations

DATE: Dec 18, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Elected officials grill Mercy over lack of transparency about COVID-19 pandemic

Leaders take issue with lack of data, saying it sows distrust within community

DATE: Dec 17, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango nursing home says it is following public health advice

Outbreak has infected 147 people, linked to 12 deaths

DATE: Dec 17, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

In latest outbreak, 12 test positive at Vallecito Baptist Church

Sonic, Pizza Hut and Highway 3 Roadhouse also report cases

DATE: Dec 16, 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.