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Rio Grande Trading Post in Durango to close after 50 years

catered to tourists, but locals kept it going

December 18, 2025

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Photos and video: Singing with Santa

Santa Claus arrives Friday during the Singing with Santa event at Buckley Park before making his way to the stage…

November 29, 2025

Local News

New fine dining restaurant moves into former Red Snapper location

Steakhouse offers ‘perfectly cooked steaks, timeless cocktails and a thoughtfully curated wine list’

August 12, 2025

Local News

Durango Business Improvement District seeks new board standards

Proposal would update 1997 ordinance to reflect modern times

May 16, 2025

Local News

Holiday hustle strong on Black Friday in Durango

Families visit from New Mexico, Arizona and Texas for Polar Express train ride

November 30, 2024

Local News

Four-story building planned for empty lot in downtown Durango

Avenue complex would take over parking lot south of Crossroads Building

August 2, 2024

Local News

Santa Claus to visit Durango on Friday night for lighting of community tree

draws about 1,000 people for singing, shopping and hot chocolate

November 24, 2023

Local News

Voters favor continued funding for Durango Business Improvement District

79% of votes cast support continuing BID with 2 mill property tax

November 8, 2023

Local News

San Juan Brewfest battles rain, experiences solid turnout

Durango Police Department says there were no alcohol related incidents stemming from this year’s event

August 28, 2023

Local News

Longtime downtown Durango cafe closes after 42 years of service

of building renovations, labor and staffing issues put Old Tymer’s out of business

August 17, 2023

Local News

From class to work: Durango’s teenage workforce

Teenagers are not taking break just because school is out for summer

June 21, 2023

Local News

Some Durango business owners indifferent about Iron Horse moving out of downtown

executive director says change in location frees up space

May 27, 2023

Local News

Dough!rango Dough Bar looks to tap into new market near train station

‘I decided to jump in to offer this unique dessert to the area,’ says owner

May 19, 2023

Local News

New fees, design rules lead to fewer bump-outs this spring in downtown Durango

A ‘pedlet’ in 700 block of Main Avenue is a new take on program

April 5, 2023

Local News

Can La Plata County residents agree to disagree, without being disagreeable?

Valentine’s Day, we asked leaders from differing perspectives to come together in the name of cordiality

February 15, 2023

Local News

Durango City Council pumps brakes on development proposals for downtown lot

two ideas include entertainment complex and condominiums

February 9, 2023

Business

Snowdown likely to have a positive impact on local businesses this year

anecdotal indicators shows yearly event was a boon for Durango

February 8, 2023

Local News

Is REI coming to Durango?

Community members speculate over the potential of having big-box outdoor retailer

January 23, 2023

Local News

Holiday Rewards Program has its best year yet

initiative’s third year brings in over $147,000 in spending at Durango businesses

December 28, 2022

Local News

Singing with Santa returns to Buckley Park

Business Improvement District expects a large crowd

November 23, 2022

Local News

Durango’s bump-out program extended for five years with fees and design standards

Businesses must pay $6.30 per square foot, or about $1,600 annually, to use public right of way

November 6, 2022

Gallery

Photos: Trick-or-Treaters stop by The Durango Herald

People dressed in their Halloween costumes stop by The Durango Herald office on Monday during the Main Avenue Trick-or-Treat. (Photo…

November 1, 2022

Local News

State program provides retirement fund for small-business employees

Employers with five or more staff members to be automatically enrolled in 2023

October 21, 2022

Local News

Durango weighs options ahead of statewide single-use bag fees at large retailers

hopes to alleviate confusion for business owners and consumers once state law takes effect

October 15, 2022