Local News Couple threatened at book-signing respond with compassion people told Zen Cowboy owners they would be “running them out of town” March 16, 2019 • Jessie O’Brien
Local News From the editor: After 23 years, Executive Editor Amy Maestas leaving Durango Herald Amy Maestas, The Durango Herald’s executive editor, gussies up a sheep at the La Plata County Fair in August 1998.… March 15, 2019 • Amy Maestas — Staff reporter
Colorado state government State lawmakers consider tougher financial oversight on hard-rock mining would end self-bonding and require companies to demonstrate financial fortitude March 8, 2019 • Ryan Maye Handy — Staff reporter
NO IMAGE Calendar Calendar of Events Talk and book-signing, with local author Alaric Hutchinson, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Pine River Library, 395 Bayfield Center Drive, 884-2222,… March 8, 2019 • Herald Staff Writer
Local News Oil rig crash closes Colorado Highway 151 near Allison Emergency crews work to clear semi-trailer with 87,000-pound load March 7, 2019 • Herald Staff Report
Local News Adrenaline junkies to tell their stories at Durango Diaires residents to talk about their passion for outdoor recreation March 4, 2019 • Herald Staff Report
Local News Stormy week expected in Southwest Colorado Despite above-average snowpack, runoff expected to be below normal March 3, 2019 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer
Construction and property Shop class stars strut their stuff at regional competition SkillsUSA challenge held Thursday at La Plata County Fairgrounds March 3, 2019 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer
Business Bayfield firm looks to revolutionize wastewater treatment Solutions uses substance first developed for Russian space program February 24, 2019 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer
Newsletter Barbara McLachlan to seek re-election in 2020 McLachlandu1-i-syn McLachlan, a retired teacher, was elected in 2016 to serve House District 59, or Archuleta, Hinsdale, Gunnison, Ouray, San… February 24, 2019 • Ryan Maye Handy — Staff reporter
Local News The Zen Cowboy rides into Bayfield also starts new church based on founder’s book February 23, 2019 • Jessie O’Brien
Local News Billy Goat Saloon logo has reached celebrity status Feminine features of Billy Goat logo make it iconic February 23, 2019 • Jessie O’Brien
Colorado state government Legislative panel approves ‘red flag’ gun bill after fierce testimony from both sides Judiciary Committee voted 7-4 on party-line vote February 22, 2019 • Ryan Maye Handy — Staff reporter
Colorado Legislature Colorado House hears of testimonty on ‘red flag’ gun bill Legislation would allow seizure of weapons; critics say it violates Second Amendment February 22, 2019 • Ryan Maye Handy — Staff reporter
Local News A tale of two forecasts: Weather observers offer different predictions for snowfall this week expected to arrive Wednesday night; snow totals range from 4 to 20 inches February 20, 2019 • Bret Hauff — Staff reporter
NO IMAGE Briefs Diversity Dialogue set for Saturday at FLC The theme for the event is “I Hear You: Uniting Across Cultures and the Political Divide Through Our Unique Stories.”… February 19, 2019 • Herald Staff Writer
Colorado Legislature Bill aims to lower state health exchange costs by 30 percent Reinsurance program would lower risk for insurance companies February 18, 2019 • Mary Shinn — Staff reporter
Durango Storms may bring heavy snow to San Juan Mountains storm watch begins Wednesday, extends to Friday February 13, 2019 • Herald Staff Report
Local News Colorado senators vote in favor of renewing Land and Water Conservation Fund passes largest public lands package in 10 years February 13, 2019 • Liz Weber — Staff reporter
Local News Fire board recall petition misses deadline Pinos Fire Protection working on drafting ad for fire chief position February 12, 2019 • Jessie O’Brien
Durango City Council Durango airport approved for $3.9 million land purchase Property will allow for future expansion of terminal February 12, 2019 • Herald Staff Report
Pine River Times News PBS’ ‘Finding Your Roots’ looks into political leaders’ past This combination photo shows former U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan, from left, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii and “Game of… February 11, 2019 • RUSSELL CONTRERAS
Frontpage Lead Bobcats demolish Dolores in home opener girls not as fortunate in Farmington road game December 5, 2018 • Joel Priest
NO IMAGE Pine River Times News Dolores squeaks out 68-65 upset of Bobcats boys suffer rare league loss at home December 5, 2018 • Joel Priest