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Ban on retail pet sales to be considered by Durango City Council

Similar legislation in other Colorado cities mostly ‘feel good’ legislation, says assistant city manager

July 20, 2023

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Your organic trash is this business’ treasure at composting facility near Durango

to Farm Compost strives to capture food waste across La Plata County

July 19, 2023

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Durango Parks and Recreation director gives notice of resignation

Nycum accepts job as executive director with rec district in Eagle County

July 18, 2023

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Memorial planned for Durango homeless man found dead in June

Nonprofit for unhoused invites friends to honor John Gregorian, 52

July 14, 2023

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Design plans for new Durango fire station to be revealed at public meeting later this month

seeking feedback at Powerhouse event July 26

July 14, 2023

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What to expect with near record-high temperatures in Durango

chief explains extreme heat safety; business owners talk shop

July 14, 2023

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Photo: Sure sign of summer

Lucy Rogers, 9, practices her gymnastics while selling lemonade with her sisters, Stella, 7, left, Clara, 9, center, and Grace,…

July 13, 2023

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Photo: Gateway to the future

Fairgrounds General Manager Emily Spencer cuts a ribbon with Jim Turner behind her as about 25 celebrate 100 feet of…

July 11, 2023

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Searching for Ian O’Brien

‘Everybody is grieving and motivated, hopeful and hopeless’ partner says

July 9, 2023

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Durango City Council reaches compromise on where to send unspent lodgers tax dollars

Tourism group receives majority of funds with leftovers earmarked for EV chargers

July 7, 2023

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Durango City Council to enter negotiations to settle open records, meeting disputes

Springs attorney accused town of unlawfully screening ethics complaint

July 6, 2023

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Water restrictions might be issued in Durango as a result of busted pipe at Goeglein Gulch

Largest municipal customers asked to voluntarily limit use

July 5, 2023

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Tourists escape heat with holiday vacations to Durango

Hospitality, outdoor businesses say bookings strong during Independence Day weekend

July 5, 2023

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Video: Durango celebrates Fourth of July

(Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca

July 4, 2023

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High-demand parking meters in downtown Durango receive fee increase

in rates aims to encourage more frequent turnover of spaces

July 3, 2023

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Celebrating July 4 with food trucks, events

Vendors talk shop, joys of being one’s own boss on Independence Day weekend

July 2, 2023

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Durango City Council approves high-density use for vacant land along Florida Road

Durango Crossings development proposes more than 100 units, commercial use

July 1, 2023

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Water line break in east Durango closes Goeglein Gulch Road for repairs

run dry for residents in at least three subdivisions

June 30, 2023

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Colorado lawmakers argue for, against property tax relief bill in dual town halls

Democrats say Prop HH would save taxpayers billions, Republicans contend it will increase government spending

June 29, 2023

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Photo: Acts of kindness

Members of the First United Methodist Church of Longview, Texas, from left, Jenna Crum, 17, Jordan Crum, 17, Olaedo Ibeawuchi,…

June 29, 2023

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Wildfire south of Durango grows to 126 acres

to 100 additional firefighters expected to respond to blaze

June 29, 2023

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Durango Adult Education Center raises $3,330 at Fast & Curious fundraiser

Organization helps people through economic, social barriers with GED, language programs

June 29, 2023

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Arkansas Loop Fire scorches 86 acres south of Durango

III crew on scene with more support en route

June 28, 2023

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Mystery gas affects 17 campers at Vallecito Creek Campground

Medical treatment provided to eight people, none hospitalized

June 28, 2023