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Frontpage Lead

Southwest Colorado nursing homes find a new norm

outbreaks reported at long-term care centers in this corner of state

June 20, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Bayfield

Are we receptive to police reforms in Southwest Colorado?

Protesters, law enforcement and government leaders agree changes must occur

June 19, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Fort Lewis College

More than 1,400 people call for ‘Chief’ to be taken down

Sign, part of Durango’s history since 1950s, now criticized as racist symbol

June 18, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Emergency incident

East Canyon Fire southeast of Mancos grows to 2,700 acres

Officials worry lack of precipitation could complicate controlling blazes

June 16, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Agriculture

Davin Montoya reflects on a life in ranching and electricity

Working with cattle continues; tenure with LPEA board ends in frustration

June 15, 2020 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Business

After 35 years, regional classified paper says goodbye

Elmore and family saw potential to bring Four Corners together

June 14, 2020 • Liz Weber — Staff reporter

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Shutdown causes hardships, but also silver linings, for Durango families

Parents say life has slowed down and allowed for coming together

June 13, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Colorado Legislature

Colorado close to extending takeout, delivery of alcohol into 2021

Temporary law helped many Durango restaurants stay viable during shutdown

June 12, 2020 • Emily Hayes

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Unsheltered and expecting at the Durango homeless camp

awaiting birth of twins navigates pandemic on top of homelessness

June 11, 2020 • Bret Hauff

Bayfield

Former Bayfield town marshal dies after being struck by tree branch

Harrington was at gathering where friends were renewing vows

June 8, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Business

Pandemic pushed hundreds of hospitality workers into unemployment

Restaurants, resorts look for a ‘recipe for success’

June 7, 2020 • Jacob Wallace

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID-19 throws tourist marketers a curveball

Durango saves paid advertisements for efforts later this year

June 7, 2020 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Axis Health System

Mental health experts brace for increased need

Pandemic exacerbates anxiety, depression, grief

June 5, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Bayfield

Bayfield takes wait-and-see approach on mask requirements

Businesses seem to be on board

June 3, 2020 • Shannon Mullane

416 Fire

Purgatory Resort’s insurance company sues D&SNG for 416 Fire losses

Lawsuit arrives just before statute of limitations for claims expires

June 3, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Farmington

Hundreds in Farmington and Durango protest for end to police violence

‘This is life or death for me’

June 3, 2020 • Liz Weber — Staff reporter

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Business flows again for fishing lodges and river guides

‘COVID crushed our season’

June 2, 2020 • Liz Weber — Staff reporter

Archuleta County

Lawyer finds his niche as government watchdog

Roane has filed several lawsuits over supposed open record violations

June 1, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Construction and property

Mid-pandemic, Durango seniors brace for construction at low-income housing

At-risk residents to endure 5-month project, despite coronavirus advisories

May 31, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Two Durango motels deny homeless guests

program intended to relocate at-risk individuals runs into challenges

May 29, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

With arrival of Durango train, Silverton says it’s open to visitors

D&SNG makes symbolic trip through San Juan Mountains

May 29, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

416 Fire

Rare cutthroat trout, saved in 416 Fire, set to be released back into the wild

mounted rescue mission during wildfire in June 2018

May 28, 2020 • Jonathan Romeo — Staff reporter

Animas River

Are Durango park visitors, trail users social-distancing?

Park-goers say they’re following guidelines, but is everyone?

May 27, 2020 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Frontpage Lead

How has dating changed during the pandemic?

Digital connections rise, reports of STIs fall

May 26, 2020 • Liz Weber — Staff reporter