Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Navajo Nation sees uncontrolled COVID-19 spread in 68 communities

Emergency order extends stay-at-home lockdown; weekend curfews in effect

December 29, 2020 • Jim Mimiaga

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

La Plata County approved for 5-Star Business Variance Program

than a dozen restaurants certified for indoor dining

December 26, 2020 • Nick Gonzales — Staff reporter

Bayfield

Community Treehouse gives parents a break during pandemic

Bayfield play space fosters community

December 26, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID, legislation, lawsuits signal change in college sports

The virus, combined with the harsh spotlight that shined on racial inequality in the United States, further exposed the exploitative…

December 26, 2020 • Eddie Pells

ColoradoSun.com

Small Colorado mountain counties plan mass testing

Gunnison, Ouray and San Miguel plan testing events – with and without symptoms

December 25, 2020 • Lucy Haggard

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Five new COVID-19 outbreaks reported in Montezuma County

of Cortez, nursing home and grocery store see cases

December 24, 2020 • Jim Mimiaga

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Outbreak of COVID-19 cases reported at Durango’s Walmart

staff members test positive, state records show

December 23, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Moderna vaccine arrives in La Plata County

care workers, long-term care staff members and residents prioritized for vaccinations

December 23, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Bayfield

Bayfield High School COVID-19 outbreak will not deter in-person learning, superintendent says

District’s choice to open schools draws concerns

December 23, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Ignacio takes steps toward housing development

considers plans for new apartments, townhomes

December 23, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Eviction levels could be ‘catastrophic’ in Durango if freeze is not extended

Way rental assistance almost doubles this year

December 22, 2020 • Emily Hayes

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Southwest Memorial reaches full capacity; COVID-19 cases continue to rise

in place, but staffing may be a challenge

December 22, 2020 • Jim Mimiaga

Constitution

CJ’s Diner wants lawsuit thrown out, says regulations are unconstitutional

Restaurant defied public health orders by offering indoor dining

December 22, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID-19 death toll rises to 18 at Durango nursing home

Outbreak at Four Corners Health Care Center first reported Nov. 23

December 21, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

ColoradoSun.com

Who should go next for the coronavirus vaccine?

A possible answer has been in Boulder all along

December 21, 2020 • JOHN INGOLD

Christmas

Could La Plata County return to Level Orange in coming weeks?

officials warn holiday gatherings could increase cases

December 19, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Charity

Glacier Cares raises $50,000 for gift cards, then makes donation to Durango families in need

Win-win helps local businesses and brightens holidays

December 18, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Business enterprises

Economic leaders seek 5-star certification for Durango businesses

underway to apply for state program allowing more freedom from COVID-19 restrictions

December 18, 2020 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Rapid testing arrives in La Plata County

results can help identify outbreaks in high-risk locations

December 18, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Elected officials grill Mercy over lack of transparency about COVID-19 pandemic

Leaders take issue with lack of data, saying it sows distrust within community

December 18, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Durango business owners air frustrations with COVID-19 restrictions

officials have adopted several measures to help businesses

December 18, 2020 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Durango nursing home says it is following public health advice

Outbreak has infected 147 people, linked to 12 deaths

December 18, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Durango School District 9-R releases plan for return of in-person classes

Priority placed on bringing back youngest students

December 17, 2020 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Bayfield

First-year restaurants stick it out through pandemic

businesses in Pine River Valley determined to survive

December 17, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer