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Drivers warned not to park downtown late tonight, early Friday

crews will be clearing ice and snow

February 17, 2023

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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

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Photo: Poking holes on Main Avenue

Tom Harrison, left, Connor DeLeon, center, and Jeremy Koch, all with Trautner Geotech, drill one of 50 holes Thursday on…

February 9, 2023

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Taste of Durango is called off this year

members say spring event is too demanding on tight labor pool

February 7, 2023

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Former owners of Ken & Sue’s restaurant in Durango sentenced to probation for tax evasion

Defense attorneys cite couple’s service to community in requesting leniency

February 7, 2023

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Snowdown Light Parade dazzles under moonlit sky during Durango’s annual ‘wild winter night dream’

skies, warming temperatures and a gem of a show delights revelers

February 4, 2023

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Durango School District asks: What ever happened to city’s interest in owning Buckley Park?

city renewed a 10-year lease agreement without acknowledging an idling MOU

February 2, 2023

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‘Bigger than Roe’ rally gives Durango students a platform to speak out about reproductive rights

Pro-choice supporters celebrate Roe v. Wade decision and share thoughts on Dobbs ruling

January 22, 2023

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When will the public learn of development proposals for D&SNG parking lot?

Property at College Drive and Camino del Rio is considered prime real estate in downtown Durango

January 17, 2023

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Cocktail bar to open in place of Joel’s

ownership hopes to be pouring drinks before start of Snowdown

December 13, 2022

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Photos: Parade of Gingerbread Homes

David and Amanda Lara along with their children Joshua, 6, and Ethan, 2, look over the Parade of Gingerbread Homes…

December 10, 2022

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Just 74% of on-street parking used at peak hours in downtown Durango

communication, improved signage and fluid meter rates could direct traffic to less-used locations

December 7, 2022

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Shoppers fill downtown Durango for Noel Night

businesses delighted with hustle and bustle of holiday shopping

December 3, 2022

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Black Friday boosts local business sales ahead of December drag

Thanksgiving 2022 resembles typical holiday shopping season for small shops on Main Avenue

November 26, 2022

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Santa brings holiday cheer to hundreds of children in Durango’s Buckley Park

Residents enjoy hot chocolate, cookies and holiday songs before lighting of Christmas tree

November 26, 2022

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Durango opts for phased approach to downtown redevelopment project

Engineering designs prove remarkably more costly than expected

November 7, 2022

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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

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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

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Strater Hotel dedicates room to historical pioneer, entrepreneur

Pierce provided materials for famous downtown buildings

October 25, 2022

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Durango staff recommends keeping bump-outs for 3 to 5 more years

Council considers a fee for business owners if program is extended

September 21, 2022

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Photo: Playing the didgeridoo in downtown Durango

Light Hawk, from California, plays the didgeridoo and handpan on Monday while busking on Main Avenue in downtown Durango. Hawk…

September 14, 2022

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Study seeks answers, solutions to downtown Durango parking woes

the city need higher meter fees, better public transportation, a parking garage – or none of the above?

August 29, 2022

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Main Mall in downtown Durango goes big on solar power

to install 600 panels on rooftop, making it the largest array in town

August 24, 2022

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Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder for neck stabbing in Durango

Durango police describe attack as unprovoked

August 23, 2022