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Mesa Verde National Park denies public access to horse roundup

to federal government actions is a First Amendment right, court says

April 29, 2019 • Jim Mimiaga

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Bayfield School District’s new online monitoring helps identify students in crisis

helps prevent suicide and school violence

April 29, 2019 • Mary Shinn — Staff reporter

Local News

Scam text messages hitting La Plata Electric Association customers

du1-i-syn A news release issued Monday from the LPEA said the scam appears to be targeting cellphones via fraudulent text…

April 29, 2019 • Herald Staff Report

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Fort Lewis College names new provost

Administrator selected from more than 100 applicants

April 29, 2019 • Mary Shinn — Staff reporter

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Mark Redwine’s attorneys attempt to exclude cadaver dog evidence

Defense team says canines are unreliable and may be biased by trainers

April 24, 2019 • Bret Hauff — Staff reporter

Local News

LPEA candidates weigh renewable energy vs. keeping rates low

candidates vie for three open seats on board of directors

March 29, 2019 • Mary Shinn — Staff reporter

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The Durango Herald announces new editor, staff changes

Stephensdu1-i-syn Stephens has served as managing editor at The Journal since October 2013. Stephens succeeds Amy Maestas, who has been…

March 22, 2019 • Herald Staff Report

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If the state pays for full-day kindergarten, teacher salaries could increase

Southwest Colorado schools currently fund all-day classes out of own pockets

March 22, 2019 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

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Red Mountain Pass reopens after 20 days

remains icy and snowpacked at higher elevations

March 22, 2019 • Herald Staff Report

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Legislative committee kills Fort Lewis College’s $25M request for gym expansion

was seeking funding for Whalen

March 21, 2019 • Ryan Maye Handy — Staff reporter

Local News

Couple threatened at book-signing respond with compassion

people told Zen Cowboy owners they would be “running them out of town”

March 15, 2019 • Jessie O’Brien

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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

Local News

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

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Oil rig crash closes Colorado Highway 151 near Allison

Emergency crews work to clear semi-trailer with 87,000-pound load

March 6, 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

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Stormy week expected in Southwest Colorado

Despite above-average snowpack, runoff expected to be below normal

March 3, 2019 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Local News

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

Purple Mountain Politics

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

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The Zen Cowboy rides into Bayfield

also starts new church based on founder’s book

February 23, 2019 • Jessie O’Brien

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Billy Goat Saloon logo has reached celebrity status

Feminine features of Billy Goat logo make it iconic

February 23, 2019 • Jessie O’Brien

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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

Local News

Colorado House hears of testimonty on ‘red flag’ gun bill

Legislation would allow seizure of weapons; critics say it violates Second Amendment

February 21, 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