Veterans affairs

Local News

Hundreds turn out to show respect during Veterans Day Parade in Durango

‘Thank you’ to the veterans who paved the path for me … it made my service that much better’

November 11, 2023

Local News

Students honor veterans during heartfelt assembly at Durango High School

Speakers share why they joined armed forces and the impact it had on them

November 10, 2023

Local News

Veterans Homestead Project teaches skills that are ‘good for the soil and good for the soul’

work, self-sustainability and community make for strong therapy at Hesperus farm

October 30, 2023

Local News

Annual La Plata County Veterans Stand Down hosts slew of vendors and donated clothes

Resource fair an invaluable place to ‘meet good people,’ receive help with trauma

September 23, 2023

Local News

Serving those who served

Veterans could compile, complete disability claims at Wednesday’s clinic

August 18, 2023

Local News

La Plata County veterans get answers on PACT Act eligibility

new ‘presumptive’ conditions have been added to treatment eligibility list

July 28, 2023

Local News

La Plata County veterans encouraged to apply for PACT Act benefits

Application deadline Aug. 9 for benefits backdated one year

July 5, 2023

Local News

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

Local News

Daughters of the American Revolution chapter to honor veterans in national ceremony

Wreaths will be placed on graves at six different cemeteries in La Plata and Archuleta counties

December 15, 2022

Local News

Veterans ride service in Durango struggles to maintain volunteers

two drivers available to take former service members to doctors’ appointments

October 21, 2022

Local News

Durango honors service members who gave their lives

Veterans lead in remembering fallen comrades on Memorial Day

May 30, 2022

Local News

Durango’s Blue Star Memorial shaping up to be sturdier than ever

Club and local businesses donate time, materials to improve Santa Rita Park site honoring veterans

March 24, 2022

Local News

Durango quilters memorialize 13 who died in Afghanistan exit

‘Patriot Stars’ quilt donated to Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4031

October 18, 2021

Local News

Photos: Four Corners veterans receive aid at Stand Down event

Veteran Emerson Brock visits the Veterans for Veterans Archuleta County table Wednesday during the Four Corners Veterans Stand Down at…

October 7, 2021

Local News

La Plata County comes together for veterans as Afghanistan falls into chaos

‘They don’t have to go through this alone,’ says county manager and Afghan vet

August 21, 2021

Regional News

‘A lot of complex feelings’: How 3 Colorado veterans feel about Afghanistan’s collapse

40 Coloradans died in the 20-year war

August 19, 2021

Local News

Four Corners veterans react to Afghanistan withdrawal

Uncertainty a pervading feeling among vets as U.S. pulls out of longest war

May 22, 2021

New Mexico

San Juan College named top Military Friendly School

Institution receives honor for fifth consecutive year

March 8, 2021

Local News

Navy veteran Gail Harris breaks barriers on race, police

‘My ceiling became the next generation’s floor’

March 1, 2021

Local News

Bayfield American Legion celebrates 100th anniversary

River Valley salutes veterans’ service

November 12, 2020

Local News

A convoy pays tribute to Durango-area veterans

F-16s buzz town shortly before noon

November 11, 2020

Local News

Regional ‘Stand Down’ aims to help homeless and at-risk veterans

Durango canceled its annual event because of pandemic

September 13, 2020

Local News

Man’s family history inspires latest woodcarving in Durango

honors his younger brother with statue at VFW Post 4031

August 12, 2020

Local News

Memorial Day draws small but dedicated crowd

were not publicized to avoid large gatherings during pandemic

May 25, 2020