Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Archuleta County

COVID-19 variants reported in La Plata, Archuleta counties

department urges testing, vaccinations

March 2, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

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Two Durango restaurants prepare to reopen

Brewing Co. and College Drive Cafe closed during COVID-19 spikes

March 2, 2021 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Bayfield

Bayfield schools receive $328,000 to improve broadband access

Town, school partner on internet improvements

March 2, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Montezuma County sees drop in demand for COVID-19 testing

coincides with national trend

February 28, 2021 • Anthony Nicotera

Casino and gambling

Ute Mountain Casino Hotel plans to reopen March 3

of COVID safety measures to be implemented

February 28, 2021 • Anthony Nicotera

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Durango library to reopen after nearly yearlong closure

Service depends on severity of COVID-19 pandemic

February 27, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

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Southern Ute Indian Tribe confirms discovery of COVID-19 variant

Variant may spread easier than other forms of virus

February 27, 2021 • Herald Staff Report

ColoradoSun.com

Why do rural Colorado counties have higher vaccination rates?

Silverton has inoculated nearly 80% of those currently eligible

February 27, 2021 • Lucy Haggard and John Ingold

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Is remote work the way of the future?

people change how and where they work, Southwest Colorado is a big draw

February 27, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

ColoradoSun.com

Colorado changes vaccine plan again, moving down most essential workers

moves up Coloradans between ages of 60 and 64

February 26, 2021 • JESSE PAUL

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Durango woman who crashed into Main Avenue bump-out pleads guilty to DUI

Wilmot faces up to 45 days in jail

February 23, 2021 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Colorado Legislature

Colorado Capitol hallways have emptied, putting some dealmaking on ice

Lobbyists fear pandemic will intensify power dynamics

February 22, 2021 • Jesse Paul and Thy Vo

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

From India to Durango, FLC professor seeks to understand, help others

Dutta started teaching at FLC in 2019

February 22, 2021 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Grants up to $3,000 available for 2021 bump-outs in downtown Durango

Temporary outdoor dining and retail patios can stay up through Nov. 1

February 20, 2021 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

San Juan Basin Public Health working with state to provide COVID-19 targeted testing

strives to reach disadvantaged, underserved communities

February 20, 2021 • Herald Staff Report

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What’s the plan to vaccinate La Plata County’s unhoused?

preferential treatment given to homeless, but service providers can get shots

February 19, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Bayfield

Ignacio vaccinates 514 at COVID-19 clinic

Southwest Colorado boasts one of highest immunization rates in the state

February 18, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

San Juan Regional Medical Center lowers requirements for COVID-19 antibody treatment

Therapy opportunity will be available to more people

February 18, 2021 • Morgan Mitchell

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COVID-19 outbreaks at two La Plata County nursing homes considered closed

new positive cases for staff members or residents, health department says

February 17, 2021 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

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Fights outside Durango bars result in arrests over weekend

officers note uptick in late-night crime, including DUIs

February 17, 2021 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

San Juan County, N.M., sees only two allergic reactions to COVID-19 vaccine

than 8,000 people fully vaccinated in county

February 16, 2021 • Morgan Mitchell

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Nearly $65,000 disbursed to LPEA members in need

helps customers struggling amid COVID-19 pandemic

February 16, 2021 • Herald Staff Report

Colorado Legislature

Gov. Jared Polis seeks a big, fast coronavirus stimulus package

lawmakers worry about details

February 16, 2021 • Jesse Paul and Thy Yo

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Fraudsters take advantage of unemployment benefits during pandemic

season could unearth more fraudulent claims

February 16, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer