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Snow returns to Southwest Colorado

Snow returns to Southwest Colorado

Mountains could see several inches; dry, warm weather to follow

January 5, 2026 • Scout Edmondson — Herald Staff Writer

Warm weather boosts fishing, hurts skiing and water reserves in Southwest Colorado

Warm weather boosts fishing, hurts skiing and water reserves in Southwest Colorado

Outdoor, tourism sectors feel effects of mild season

December 30, 2025 • Jessica Bowman — Herald Staff Writer

Will this week’s storm bring Durango a white Christmas?

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Will this week’s storm bring Durango a white Christmas?

Warm system expected to bring rain to valleys, snow to higher elevations

December 22, 2025 • Scout Edmondson — Herald Staff Writer

What does recent dry spell mean for snowpack and winter forecast?

What does recent dry spell mean for snowpack and winter forecast?

‘I actually have a lot of hope still for this year,’ forecaster says

December 20, 2025 • Scout Edmondson — Herald Staff Writer

Photos: Vallecito flooding aftermath

Photos: Vallecito flooding aftermath

Leo Martinez, with McCarty Excavation & Construction at Vallecito Reservoir, builds a levee to keep Vallecito Creek from additional flooding…

October 16, 2025 • Jerry McBride — Herald Photo Editor