History in the Herald

Local News

Wildfire burns 1,100 acres; about 825 homes evacuated

declares ‘state of local disaster’

June 1, 2018

Local News

Effort to recall Commissioner Gwen Lachelt cost county tens of thousands

time was the largest expense

June 1, 2018

Regional News

Navajos commemorate anniversary of 1868 treaty

That morning the runners said a prayer before heading west on their trek to Window Rock, Arizona, and Navajo Vice…

June 1, 2018

Visual Arts

Durango Arts Center offers annual juried exhibit with twist

will also critique artists’ portfolios

May 31, 2018

Local News

Republican candidate for House District 59 won’t appear on primary ballot

Brinkerhoff was registered with wrong political party when nominated

May 31, 2018

Local News

Rendezvous Doughnuts closes after seven months

Downtown shop served up handcrafted treats

May 31, 2018

Local News

City of Durango refuses to accept new bulk water customers

Bayfield could limit water dock consumption

May 30, 2018

Food

Farmers Market Profile: Skywater Alpaca Fibers loses its alpacas

Alison Epstein, who runs Skywater, has raised alpacas since about 2003, north of town on East Animas Road (County Road…

May 30, 2018

Local News

Three bears euthanized for breaking into homes

Mama, 2 yearlings a danger to human safety, wildlife officials say

May 30, 2018

Business

Former Katzin Music co-owner to open new supply store

Jimmy’s Music and Supply set to open July 1

May 30, 2018

Southwest Life

Pet owners turn to cannabis products for ailing dogs

The loveable 60-pound mutt named Aspen easily bounces from one room to the next in his Summit Cove home, showing…

May 30, 2018

Local News

La Plata County Sheriff’s deputy involved in three-car crash

Durango man cited with careless driving causing injury

May 29, 2018

Local News

Cortez Police Department marks 20th anniversary of Dale Claxton’s death

Claxton hailed as hero during wreath-laying ceremony

May 29, 2018

Local News

Mama bear and two yearlings break into home

Wildlife officials set trap

May 29, 2018

Local News

Quick air attack, hot-shot crews helped subdue 358 Fire

Wildfire northeast of Durango extinguished

May 28, 2018

Local News

Bayfield honors fallen at new veterans memorial

Resident asks participants to shake hands with someone who has different political views

May 28, 2018

Local News

Durango man dies after fall on Animas City Mountain

Phillip Clark was hiking with a friend

May 28, 2018

Professional Sports

Howard Grotts repeats as Iron Horse Bicycle Classic’s King of the Mountain

McElveen, Sonntag sprint for second

May 27, 2018

Local News

Man falls on Animas City Mountain, taken to Mercy

fell about 20-25 feet

May 27, 2018

Business

Direct-care health plan aids small manufacturers in Durango area

combines direct primary care and supplemental policies

May 27, 2018

Local News

Montezuma County Daughters of the American Revolution plants flags for Memorial Day

Members honor veterans at area cemeteries

May 26, 2018

Local News

Dolores school board votes to raise teacher salaries

members cite need for morale boost

May 26, 2018

Professional Sports

Howard Grotts wins his first Iron Horse Bicycle Classic in epic sprint finish

2015 champ Keegan Swirbul runs out of room at the line

May 26, 2018

Local News

Residents near 358 Fire prepare to leave

Smoke, planes bring back memories of Missionary Ridge Fire

May 25, 2018