Holiday or vacation

Restaurants celebrate authentic Mexican culture and history this Cinco de Mayo

Chef Marco Mendoza, right, his wife Maria Luisa Mendoza, center, and daughter Nayomie Mendoza pose for a photo at their…

May 5, 2026

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Durango nixes Fourth of July fireworks amid drought

conditions across the state are ‘really bad news,’ fire chief says

April 14, 2026

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Photos/video: Scrambling for eggs

Children gather as many eggs as they can after the start of the city of Durango’s Easter Egg Scramble on…

April 4, 2026

Travel

Trinidad’s creative community rallies to ensure the famed carnival remains affordable

Band leader Joshua Lamorelle, front right, walks with Masqueraders from Kaiso Kah Valencia band before participating in the Junior Carnival…

February 20, 2026

Food

Cheese balls are back. How to make this classic party dish cool again

A cheese ball, from the cookbook "deep Run Roots: Stories and Recipes from my Corner of the South" by Vivian…

December 30, 2025

Food

Dried cherry scones are a simple treat for the post-holiday breakfast table

Dried cherry scones on display in New York. The recipe is quick and easy, and can be made ahead of…

December 30, 2025

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Will this week’s storm bring Durango a white Christmas?

system expected to bring rain to valleys, snow to higher elevations

December 22, 2025

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La Plata County residents find ways to share community on Thanksgiving Day

VFW, firefighters and Manna soup kitchen prepare big meals

November 27, 2025

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Durango-La Plata County Airport operating smoothly – parking and all

Kiosks, lots and terminals quiet day before Thanksgiving

November 26, 2025

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Snowy conditions may hinder Thanksgiving travel in Durango, San Juan Mountains

expected to arrive this weekend, meteorologist says

November 25, 2025

Food

These 6 kitchen tools can make or break your Thanksgiving dinner

A turkey is roasted with the help of a thermometer Oct. 18, 2007. (AP Photo/Larry Crowe, File) More than 90%…

November 25, 2025

Food

Sweet potato or pumpkin? The Thanksgiving pie debate

Pies, fresh out of the oven, cool on a baking rack on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, in Flowood, Miss. (AP…

November 25, 2025

Food

Your Thanksgiving leftovers are harming the planet. There are ways to shop and cook smarter

Cans of cranberry sauce line a turkey display case at Bongi’s Turkey Roost in advance of the Thanksgiving holiday Nov.…

November 25, 2025

Food

Love what you cook this Thanksgiving

Day dishes that local chefs enjoy cooking

November 19, 2025

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Events-packed Fourth of July a hit in Durango

Club sells record number of meals at All-American Gourmet Breakfast

July 5, 2025

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No dice for Durango fireworks: Blaze too likely, officials say

calls off Independence Day show amid windy, dry conditions

June 21, 2025

Travel

Argentines flock to budget-friendly beaches in neighboring countries

Argentine Cristian Vázquez, adjusting his sunglasses in the background, lounges on the sand with friends and family at Renaca beach…

March 19, 2025

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Tourism strong at Purgatory Resort, Durango Hot Springs as winter arrives

visitors hit the slopes before taking a dip

December 28, 2024

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Share your Christmas decoration photos

Kevin Ford spends about 40 hours each year putting up Christmas lights at his house in northeast Durango, including a…

December 13, 2024

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American Legion in Durango says Toys for Tots sign-up deadline is Sunday

200 families have already applied to receive donations

December 12, 2024

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Bayfield Primary School holding holiday food drive to help families in need

Classrooms accepting nonperishable items through Thursday

December 10, 2024

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Change in Silverton was inevitable – how it happened may not have been

wanted to take advantage of development opportunities; outside his office, so did the mayor

December 4, 2024

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Holiday hustle strong on Black Friday in Durango

Families visit from New Mexico, Arizona and Texas for Polar Express train ride

November 30, 2024

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Photos: Santa arrives in a Ford Bronco to sing Christmas carols and light the tree

Singing with Santa held Friday at Buckley Park in Durango

November 30, 2024