Community

Durango church sees the (sun)light, goes full solar

$50,000 project finished last week with help of community groups

October 5, 2021

Durango Dharma Center to offer beginning meditation class

For the first time since the pandemic started, the Durango Dharma Center will offer a “Fundamentals of Insight Meditation” class…

September 15, 2021

Community

Southwest Roundtable expands History Live project

Elsa Wolff will appear as Amelia Earhart on Sept. 23. (Courtesy) Co-sponsored by Colorado Humanities and the Southwest Colorado Humanities…

August 21, 2021

And the West is History

And the West is History: Durango Fish Hatchery Scene – Ca. 1930

The Durango State Fish Hatchery, the oldest state-owned hatchery in Colorado, was established at its present site in 1893. The…

August 13, 2021

And the West is History

And the West is History: Old Timers Baseball Scene – Ca. 1952

In 1951, the Durango Junior Chamber of Commerce needed someone to take over the Old Timers Youth Baseball program. The…

August 6, 2021

And the West is History

And the West is History: Downtown Saloon Scene – Ca. 1905

Unfortunately, this photograph of a Durango bar did not include the name of the saloon or the exact date. One…

July 31, 2021

And the West is History

And the West is History: Railroad Engine at Eureka – circa 1925

The boxcar in this photo clearly has D&RGW written on it, but the engine pulling it was probably part of…

July 9, 2021

Regional News

CSU Extension Office launches community needs survey; deadline is June 27

Colorado State University La Plata County Extension is conducting a community needs assessment to better understand the pressing issues facing…

June 22, 2021

From the Humane Society

Kitten season is upon us: Here’s what you need to know

Here are some tips for what to do if you come across seemingly orphaned kittens this summer: If you care,…

May 26, 2021

Local News

Durango Chamber of Commerce awards slated for an April 28 online event

Finalists named in 5 categories

April 4, 2021

Local News

Durango chamber awards ceremony moves to end of March

program likely will be held virtually, with an outside chance of moving in-person

February 8, 2021

Local News

Matriarch of the James Ranch dies at 80

James led family business operations focused on sustainable agriculture

July 19, 2020

Local News

What’s next for Durango’s Buckley Park?

9-R may sell property, but may want to see green space protected

July 1, 2020

New Mexico

Community helps raise money for Four Corners resident’s brain surgery

Romero known for his volunteering, community spirit

June 11, 2020

Local News

Newest library district gets website

Southwest La Plata Library District formed in November

May 9, 2020

Local News

Business sells tons of pinto beans to Durango residents

Towing and Repair distributes about 30,000 pounds of the dried goods in three days

March 19, 2020

Local News

Jobs, housing top concerns in Durango community satisfaction survey

Results to inform city spending, collaboration with local agencies

February 11, 2020

Local News

Durango seeks feedback about services, infrastructure and quality of life

Community Satisfaction Survey open until Feb. 10

January 28, 2020

Local News

Donated tents at Purple Cliffs offer warmth to campers

space for people living homeless offers ‘a place to have community’

December 21, 2019

Local News

As demand spikes, Durango Food Bank barely keeps pace with needs

of clients has doubled since September

November 29, 2019

Local News

Community garden in Durango moves into private hands

Lieb exercises option to buy after leasing parcel for 10 years

September 10, 2019

Local News

American Legion Post No. 28 celebrates centennial

‘We’re here to improve the lives of our veterans’

September 6, 2019

Local News

Hula dancing brightens community garden’s open house

Kuleana Community Garden also celebrates master gardener’s 91st birthday

August 18, 2019

Local News

Methodist Thrift Shop in Durango turns 50

Proceeds support nonprofits and local students

April 26, 2019