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Powerhouse gives first look at new child care center in Durango

Powerhouse gives first look at new child care center in Durango

WonderLab Early Learning scheduled to open in September

March 11, 2026 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Durango’s famous dino sculpture rears its head

Durango’s famous dino sculpture rears its head

‘Tyrone’ lay dormant for years – until it turned up at the Herald’s doorstep

March 11, 2026 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Ignacio mayor Clark Craig won’t seek re-election in April

Ignacio mayor Clark Craig won’t seek re-election in April

Town leader reflects on eight years of public service

March 11, 2026 • Scout Edmondson — Herald Staff Writer

Photo: Hammock in the sky

Photo: Hammock in the sky

Xiimara Salazar, a Fort Lewis College freshman from Alaska, enjoys downtime Tuesday on campus with temperatures in the 60s. (Jerry…

March 10, 2026 • Jerry McBride — Herald Photo Editor

Software glitch delays La Plata County Democrats’ caucus, assembly

Software glitch delays La Plata County Democrats’ caucus, assembly

New reporting system falters as multiple Colorado counties hold caucuses

March 10, 2026 • Jessica Bowman — Herald Staff Writer

Durango City Council awards $135K in arts grants amid debate over Compañeros funding

Durango City Council awards $135K in arts grants amid debate over Compañeros funding

Mayor questions nonprofit’s standing after prior outburst by leader

March 10, 2026 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Durango High School senior pushes cap-and-gown recycling program

Animas High School

Durango High School senior pushes cap-and-gown recycling program

Rising costs and environmental concerns drive effort

March 10, 2026 • Elizabeth Pond — Herald Staff Writer

Driver smashes through Florida Road roundabout, damaging cyclist sculptures

Durango Police Department

Driver smashes through Florida Road roundabout, damaging cyclist sculptures

No injuries reported; police suspect impairment

March 9, 2026 • Scout Edmondson — Herald Staff Writer

Starlight Lounge closes after 20 years on Main Avenue in Durango

Business (general)

Starlight Lounge closes after 20 years on Main Avenue in Durango

‘It was time,’ longtime owner says

March 7, 2026 • Elizabeth Pond — Herald Staff Writer

Claims of slurs, bullying led to Fort Lewis College basketball coach’s resignation

Claims of slurs, bullying led to Fort Lewis College basketball coach’s resignation

Bob Pietrack quit in 2024 after a letter from his assistant coach triggered an investigation

October 6, 2025 • Jessica Bowman — Herald Staff Writer