Holiday or vacation

La Plata County commissioners want treasurer to move up her departure date

Allison Aichele scheduled a six-week vacation before her Nov. 4 departure

July 19, 2023 • Reuben M. Schafir — Herald Staff Writer

Durango

City of Durango responds to drone show criticism with humor

media posts used to ‘start a dialogue’ between residents and bureaucracy

July 13, 2023 • Leah Veress — Herald Staff Writer

Community

Tourists escape heat with holiday vacations to Durango

Hospitality, outdoor businesses say bookings strong during Independence Day weekend

July 5, 2023 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Business (general)

Celebrating July 4 with food trucks, events

Vendors talk shop, joys of being one’s own boss on Independence Day weekend

July 2, 2023 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Holiday or vacation

Four things to do on Fourth of July weekend

Celebrate with competitions, parades, light shows and music

July 1, 2023 • Georgia Landeryou — Herald Staff Writer

Campground

How to have a backcountry campfire in Colorado

short answer is: Don’t. But if you do, here are some expert tips

June 30, 2023 • Parker Yamasaki — The Colorado Sun

Culture (general)

Juneteenth celebration to take place Monday at Buckley Park in Durango

Southwest Movement celebrates Black culture

June 16, 2023 • Georgia Landeryou — Herald Staff Writer

Community

Drone show, other events planned for Independence Day weekend in Durango

aims for bigger and better July 4 celebrations through community partnerships

June 13, 2023 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Durango

Veterans remember the fallen during Memorial Day ceremonies

service members reflect on younger generations and what it means to serve your community

May 29, 2023 • Tyler Brown — Herald Staff Writer

Community

Annual Earth Day Festival unfolds at Buckley Park

Community gathers to celebrate the planet and advocate for sustainability

April 22, 2023 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Animal

What to know before gifting a turtle, bearded dragon or gator this holiday season

Keeping a reptile as a pet requires space, a sizable monthly budget for food and a plan for care when…

December 19, 2022 • Rachel Estabrook — Colorado Public Radio

Business (general)

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 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Christmas

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 • Megan K. Olsen — Herald Staff Writer

Community

Thanksgiving spirit thrives in Durango with community meals

Gratitude was the theme at holiday gatherings open to all

November 24, 2022 • Garret Jaros — Herald Staff Writer

Emergency incident

How to avoid burning down the house or ending up in the ER on Thanksgiving

Hospital visits and fires can increase during the holiday because of many factors

November 17, 2022 • Megan K. Olsen — Herald Staff Writer

Holiday or vacation

Photos: Readers share their Halloween decorations

Last week, we asked readers to send us pictures of their (or a neighbor’s) Halloween decorations. We received more than…

October 26, 2022 • Herald Staff Report

Agriculture

Ignacio farm offers holiday treats, rides and slides for the whole family

Jack-A-Lope Acres Fall Festival adds innovation to traditional autumn pumpkin patches

October 17, 2022 • Megan K. Olsen — Herald Staff Writer

Durango

Crowds turn out to celebrate July 4 in Durango

Picnic, concerts, parade draw locals and visitors for food and fun

July 5, 2022 • Aedan Hannon — Herald Staff Writer

Colorado

More Colorado cities are switching from fireworks to drone shows for fire safety

can take the guesswork out of planning Fourth of July celebrations

July 2, 2022 • Matt Bloom — Colorado Public Radio

Holiday or vacation

How to celebrate Fourth of July this weekend in Southwest Colorado

Weekend plans include games, food, parades and light shows

July 1, 2022 • Kelsey Percival — Editorial Assistant

American Legion

Durango honors service members who gave their lives

Veterans lead in remembering fallen comrades on Memorial Day

May 30, 2022 • Aedan Hannon — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID-19 rates rising ahead of Memorial Day weekend

Durango mayor catches virus, isolates abroad

May 27, 2022 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Holiday or vacation

Are vacation rentals cutting into Durango’s housing stock?

and Airbnb can be a fun way to travel, but what impact do they have on communities?

March 26, 2022 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Business (general)

BID gives update on grants, bump-outs, July 4 activities

a drone light show replace traditional fireworks this Independence Day?

January 15, 2022 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer