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Manna delivers hundreds of Thanksgiving meals to families in Durango, La Plata County

600 runners participate in Turkey Trot at Fort Lewis College

November 23, 2023

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Manna will carry on traditional community Thanksgiving in Durango

Restaurants and stores open Thursday for families looking for easier holiday experience

November 23, 2023

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Zombie march draws ‘polite, courteous’ crowd in downtown Durango

arrests were made in what has become a Halloween tradition

November 2, 2023

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Sepp Kuss’ likeness captured by master pumpkin carver

Mink offers tips to other jack-o’-lantern sculptors

October 1, 2023

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Born into a right-handed world, ‘lefties’ have faced persecution, struggles and triumphs

International Left Handers Day recognizes challenges, celebrates differences

August 13, 2023

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City of Durango responds to drone show criticism with humor

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

July 13, 2023

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Fireworks start small fires during Bayfield Fourth of July celebration

Spectators help prevent blaze from reaching senior center

July 6, 2023

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Tourists escape heat with holiday vacations to Durango

Hospitality, outdoor businesses say bookings strong during Independence Day weekend

July 5, 2023

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Photos: A colorful Fourth of July parade in downtown Durango

(Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca

July 5, 2023

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Celebrating July 4 with food trucks, events

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

July 2, 2023

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Four things to do on Fourth of July weekend

Celebrate with competitions, parades, light shows and music

July 1, 2023

Regional News

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

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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

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Durango Buddy Poppy Days fundraising drive kicks off Friday morning

Proceeds to benefit veterans in need and children’s programs

May 25, 2023

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Can La Plata County residents agree to disagree, without being disagreeable?

Valentine’s Day, we asked leaders from differing perspectives to come together in the name of cordiality

February 15, 2023

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Students celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day despite inclement weather

Planned march at Fort Lewis College is tentatively rescheduled for next week

January 16, 2023

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrated with events at Fort Lewis College

Purgatory Resort expects busy weekend with fresh snow, holiday travelers

January 13, 2023

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Holiday Rewards Program has its best year yet

initiative’s third year brings in over $147,000 in spending at Durango businesses

December 28, 2022

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Thanksgiving spirit thrives in Durango with community meals

Gratitude was the theme at holiday gatherings open to all

November 24, 2022

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Thanksgiving dinner at La Plata County Fairgrounds a no-go this year

soup kitchen will step in to serve to-go meals

November 21, 2022

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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

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Durango High School hosts third annual Veterans Day Assembly

Students honor former service members with military celebration

November 10, 2022

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Native pride shines in Durango

Indigenous Peoples Day celebrated in community once located on Ute tribal land

October 11, 2022

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Park Elementary celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day with cooking activities

Students make blue corn mush while sharing and discussing culture

October 10, 2022