Briefs

Durango Transit adjusts service to increase public safety

Effective Saturday, there will be reduced weekend service. Saturday and Sunday Transit service will be reduced to on-the-hour service for…

April 6, 2020

Local News

Local businesses, organizations make care packages for La Plata County youths

These bags were delivered to the La Plata Family Center and Women’s Resource Center. McDonald’s donated 100 extra value meal…

April 6, 2020

New Mexico

San Juan County Fire Department limits burn permitting hours

Starting Monday, the San Juan County Fire Department will accept applications for burn permits only between 8 a.m. and noon…

April 6, 2020

New Mexico

San Juan Regional Medical Center encourages community to make masks

These masks are an important tool in their tool belt to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. The hospital…

April 6, 2020

New Mexico

Farmington-area community members urged to wear masks in public

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now recommending wearing a mask or cloth face covering in public settings…

April 6, 2020

New Mexico

San Juan Regional Medical Center announces external assessment dates

It is only for those with flu/cold-like symptoms: fever, cough, body aches, sore throat and runny nose. Patients experiencing these…

April 6, 2020

Local News

Durango to begin Spring Cleanup on Monday with new 5-week schedule

Roger Padilla with the city of Durango disposes of glass during Spring Cleanup in 2017. The city will begin this…

April 4, 2020

Local News

City announces new procedures for public meetings during COVID-19 pandemic

Durango City Hall.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file Starting Tuesday and until further notice, community members who want to add their comments…

April 3, 2020

Local News

El Pomar Foundation approves $90,000 to nonprofits in the southwest region

Dolores County – $30,000 for a youth mental health counselor; regional council.Manna – Durango soup kitchen, $3,500 for food distribution…

April 3, 2020

Local News

San Juan National Forest announces recreation updates

The opening of the McPhee Boat Ramp on the Dolores Ranger District is delayed to April 30 and restroom facilities…

April 2, 2020

New Mexico

San Juan College extends stay-at-home order for employees through April 30

The SJC campus will remain closed to visitors and students through April 30, and has canceled all events through that…

April 2, 2020

Community

Durango Public Library offering instant digital library cards

To get an instant digital card, download the Libby app to a mobile phone or tablet. Follow the short set-up…

April 2, 2020

Pine River Times news

Pine River Cemetery to conduct annual spring cleanup

Decorations will be cleaned up and discarded. Any items friends and family wish to keep need to be picked up…

April 2, 2020

Local News

CPW extends expiration date for park passes, OHV registration renewals

Off-highway vehicle (OHV) registrations and permits scheduled to expire March 31 are now valid through April 30. State Park annual…

April 2, 2020

Local News

State issues correction to income tax extension

This extension permits taxpayers to pay any income taxes owed by July 15, without penalties or interest. The extension does…

April 2, 2020

Pine River Times news

Upper Pine River Fire limits non-patient passengers on ambulances

Historically, Upper Pine has allowed family members and friends to accompany a patient in the ambulance to the hospital. The…

April 2, 2020

New Mexico

Department of Health announces revised testing criteria for COVID-19

Because of increased statewide testing capacity, these people may now be considered for testing: Asymptomatic people who are close contacts…

April 1, 2020

New Mexico

San Juan Regional Medical Center offers COVID-19 screening line

The phone line can be reached at (505) 675-4722 and will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through…

April 1, 2020

Community

Hesperus Ski Area closes uphill ski access

For more information, visit www.ski-hesperus.com.

April 1, 2020

Local News

Region 9 economic district approved for emergency funding project

Any donation of $100 or more is eligible for a 25% state tax credit. Donations will be put toward a…

March 31, 2020

Local News

Mountain Studies Institute to host livestream series about forests and fire

Participants will learn about forest health while staying at home and helping to maintain public health. Community members are invited…

March 31, 2020

New Mexico

New Mexico Department of Health announces COVID-19 screening in San Juan County

Once completed, if testing is recommended, call (505) 327-4461 and press 9 to speak to a clerk to schedule an…

March 31, 2020

Community

Local business owner encourages others to join in donating

Dot invites other businesses donate in a similar fashion, such as Blondie’s Pit Stop donating $50 with the purchase of…

March 31, 2020

Community

Medicare and COVID-19 information offered

Right now, underwriters feel that COVID-19 will be considered much like a cold virus. Janice can also enroll community members…

March 31, 2020