The Durango Herald
Celebrating 70, with eye on the future
members see ‘surge of optimism and creativity’
Business
The Durango Herald
Herald matriarch remembered
Ballantine never asked for recognition, but she received plenty of it
The Durango Herald
Mission unchanged
we navigate the digital age, core principles of journalism remain the same
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What the community says
Durango Herald plays intricate role in shaping civic discussion
The Durango Herald
Steeped in newspapers from a young age
Bill Ballantinecca Bill Ballantine, who lives in Idaho, reads three papers including his hometown McCall Star-News. Bill is a past Herald board member, and has fond memories of selling and…
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Ballantine timeline
The Ballantine children with their father, Arthur Ballantine, in The Durango Herald press room. (Durango Herald file)cca June 1, 1952 – After heading west from Minneapolis with four young children,…
The Durango Herald
70 years of service to the community
Thinking about the 70th anniversary of Arthur and Morley Ballantine acquiring what became The Durango Herald, two things stand out: what they did and where they did it. Both were…
Regional News
When Smartwool left Steamboat Springs, workers who stayed got a ‘kick in the shorts’
of place plays out as locals forge paths to keep workers in town
Food
At Chalkboard Kitchen in Durango, you’ll find something new every time
cart keeps cuisine interesting with an ever-changing menu
Local News
Durango businesses feel sting of labor shortage, higher gas prices and supply shortages
gathers input from about 125 respondents on wages, price increases and more
Local News
Grazing goats offer simple weed and fire mitigation
DuranGoats business uses holistic farming techniques to rejuvenate pastures
Local News
Housing prices rise again in La Plata County as inventory remains scarce
Second-quarter real estate data shows almost across-the-board increases in median prices
Local News
Purgatory ski patrol to begin wage negotiations with resort after unionizing
Patrollers advocate for livable pay, better gear stipends
Local News
Durango’s historic Gable House marks 130 years with ice cream social
owners commemorate iconic bed-and-breakfast while former tenants reflect on memories
Outdoors
Rugged camper may help hone a new facet of Silverton’s high-elevation economy
Campfire conversation sparks Sasquatch Expedition Campers
Local News
Temporary signs approved during pandemic in Durango must now be removed
gives businesses, residents a few weeks to comply before enforcement ensues
Local News
Photos: Owner of Tortilleria La Flor returns to work after injuring hand
Flor Rodriguez, co-owner of the fresh tortilla business Tortilleria La Flor, is seen with her children Andy, 19, and Britney, 11, at the business on Friday at 444 E. College…
Business
Congress may continue to pay farmers to use less water as Colorado River pleas intensify
bill is tied to an Upper Basin water plan in response to talk about significant Colorado River cuts.
Local News
CJ’s Diner, which drew loyal customers, to close after 22 years
Co-owner Jerry Martinez challenged COVID-19 restrictions on restaurants
Local News
Fans of thrifting should feel right at home in NoMAD
Consignment shop just off Colorado Highway 3 has a Western vintage-esque style that’s hard to put a finger on
Local News
Xeriscaping trend keeps growing in Durango
shortages make grass-reduced landscaping more appealing
Local News
Durango ‘ambassadors’ help downtown tourists make the most of their vacations
in red-collared shirts answer questions, gather information about visitation
Local News
Early indicators suggest summer tourism on par with last year in Durango
In-state visitation increases amid inflation, higher gas prices
Business
Inflation hits Durango restaurants, leading to higher prices and fewer menu options
and chicken wings skyrocket in price, while labor and gas prices also drive up costs
Local News
Hot Fire Dogs offers new late-night food option in Durango
Authentic Chicago-style dogs rated NK-17, as in no ketchup unless you’re under age 17
Local News
B.Y.O. utensils: Some Durango restaurants get creative to reduce waste
Businesses cut down on trash by asking customers to bring their own straws, spoons and cups
Business
Custom bike shop opens on north Main Avenue
Sanitas Cycles embraces titanium frames, sustainability and Durango’s cycling history
Local News
68th annual Four Corners Gem & Mineral Show boasts gems, geodes, fossils and more
Three-day event lasts until Sunday afternoon