Durango

Santa Claus just may be a cowboy

Jenny Johnston/Western Chroniclescca Nothing says Christmas like jingle bell-clad horses and sleigh rides in the snow. After all, this is…

December 24, 2023

Local News

Durango asks Four Corners residents to apply for Indigenous land acknowledgment focus group

diversity, equity and inclusion team contacted nearly 30 area tribes for consultation

December 23, 2023

Local News

La Plata Family Centers Coalition gifts toys to 536 children at holiday giveaway

Nonprofit continues to collect clothes, donations for families in need

December 23, 2023

Local News

In The Weeds co-founder talks mental health in restaurant industry

Nonprofit organization emphasizes healthy lifestyle choices

December 23, 2023

Local News

Methodist Thrift Shop devotes nearly $100K to Durango nonprofits for 2024

Holiday shopping in full swing at charitable East Second Avenue outlet

December 22, 2023

Sports

Durango wrestling goes 1-2 at DHS Quad

faced Farmington, Mancos and Pagosa Springs

December 22, 2023

Local News

New Durango municipal judge wants specialty court for mental health, substance abuse issues

Margeson was sworn in Wednesday at City Hall

December 21, 2023

Local News

Former Fort Lewis College Board of Trustees member calls out institution over Native American tuition waiver language

Colorado family law attorney says college is trying to redefine what it means to be Indigenous

December 21, 2023

Local News

Durango City Council blocks Bosmans from executive session about open records lawsuit

made to ‘maintain attorney-client privilege’

December 20, 2023

Local News

Here’s a look at how Durango artists are compensated for painting city murals

Artists discuss their takeaways from the city’s lodger tax projects

December 20, 2023

Regional News

A new area code is coming to northern and western Colorado in 2026

Seen from the South Rim, Black Canyon Road stretches down to the North Rim of the Black Canyon of the…

December 20, 2023

Local News

Photo: Ska Brewing to unveil new Snowdown Ale

peachy with the official 2024 Snowdown beer; Release party will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday

December 19, 2023

Local News

Durango seeks public feedback about cycling improvements for Roosa Avenue

exploring two alternative designs for uphill cycling lane

December 19, 2023

Local News

Tailwind Nutrition donates hydration product to La Plata County first responders

Roughly 25 to 30 cases donated to local fire departments and athletic teams

December 19, 2023

Local News

Durango man launches towing company

Wayne’s Towing & Transport LLC started in late July, according to Better Business Bureau

December 18, 2023

Local News

Durango family has built special little ‘Charlie Brown Christmas’ tree over time

ball ornaments, candy canes and other decorations hang delicately on the pine branches in north Durango

December 17, 2023

Business

Shopping local for the holidays: This year’s season breaks records

National holiday spending predicted to hit more than $950 billion between November and December; Durango BID’s Holiday Rewards Program records…

December 16, 2023

Local News

A sip of McCardell’s Private Reserve

Durango Craft Spirits releases limited small-batch single malt whiskey

December 16, 2023

Local News

Durango passenger receives mixed answers about United Airlines flight delay

Explanations included weather conditions, technical issues and de-icing shortage

December 15, 2023

Local News

Animas High School wins ‘Performance with Distinction’ award

treasurer says new school building has helped with enrollment

December 15, 2023

Local News

Back-and-forths about city business revealed in Simpson-Bosmans emails

accuses councilor and resident of open records violations

December 15, 2023

Sports

Durango’s Lanny Barnes wins gold medal at the Shotgun World Shoot

competed in Thailand last week

December 14, 2023

Local News

Making it work in Durango

an expensive community, how and why do low-wage earners make it work?

December 13, 2023

Sports

DHS roundup: Girls wrestling brings home Western Slope Showdown hardware

and Lillian Fenberg both win individual championships in Montrose on Friday

December 13, 2023