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Measles case identified in Montezuma County

Southwest Open School closed for remainder of week during investigation

November 13, 2025

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Durango man charged with alleged ninth drunken driving offense

Cochran, 56, was arrested Monday by La Plata County Sheriff’s Office

November 13, 2025

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Construction on Florida Road guardrails starts next week

Beginning Monday, work is estimated to take a little over month

November 13, 2025

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Montezuma County man accused of sexually assaulting a minor

Yearslong investigation by La Plata County Sheriff’s Office led to felony charges

November 13, 2025

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A Mancos breeder trains a Westminster contender

Beehive Great Danes earns Westminster invite after years of work

November 13, 2025

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Northern lights put on dazzling show Tuesday across Southwest Colorado

showing expected tonight, but clouds may interfere with viewing

November 12, 2025

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Michael Bennet rolls out new education policy in race for governor

Candidate wants to expand apprenticeships, work experience opportunities

November 12, 2025

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Durango honors service, sacrifice at annual Veterans Day parade

‘As young men, we put our lives on the line,’ local Navy veteran says

November 11, 2025

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Durango’s Next Step costs ever present on residents’ minds

works says combining utility, streetscape projects is financially strategic

November 11, 2025

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Animas River Trail reconstruction faces delays in Durango

says heavy rains, unstable soil conditions delayed progress

November 11, 2025

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Man killed in officer-involved shooting north of Durango identified

Deputy’s name not yet released

November 11, 2025

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Women’s Resource Center executive director leaves abruptly

to appoint interim leader amid ‘transition period’

November 11, 2025

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‘Unhoused in Durango’ shares firsthand accounts of living without stable housing

‘This is especially important right now … the level of homelessness is about to go up,’ moderator says

November 11, 2025

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Hatchet-wielding suspect caused thousands in damage to Durango motel room, affidavit says

Suspect charged with multiple felonies, including menacing and criminal mischief

November 11, 2025

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Head-on crash snarls traffic on north Main Avenue in Durango

injuries reported, city spokesman says

November 10, 2025

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Dolores seeks bids for $102K river rehab project

due Nov. 19 for no-rise project through CPW’s Fishing is Fun grant program

November 10, 2025

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ICE debate stirs tension at legislative forum in Dolores

Lawmakers’ update on Colorado’s special session ends in emotional exchange

November 10, 2025

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Orphaned wells are ticking time bombs. In La Plata County, most have been defused

Colorado’s decade-long push to mitigate abandoned oil and gas sites has set a national standard, state officials say

November 10, 2025

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Veterans Day to be celebrated Tuesday in Durango with parade, VFW open house

The Durango Veterans Day Parade on Nov., 11, 2023. (Durango Herald file)cca Veterans Day will be celebrated Tuesday in Durango…

November 9, 2025

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Durango blacksmith forges artistic hardware for homes

wants to open storefront to display iron knobs, handles, rods and hooks

November 9, 2025

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La Plata County saw record turnout in off-year election

participation hit 47%, reflects wave of civic engagement; mirrors national Democratic gains

November 8, 2025

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Photos: Time to swap

Avery Wickes, with Ski Barn Durango, set out items on Friday for the annual Hesperus Ski Patrol Ski Swap on…

November 8, 2025

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Photo: SNAP relief donations

Kathleen Shadell, a volunteer, hands a brochure to Janelle Maynes about how to make a donation to a SNAP emergency…

November 8, 2025

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Fort Lewis College student board reverses decision on Turning Point USA chapter

Organization granted formal club status; ASFLC gives no rationale for change of heart

November 8, 2025

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Durango City Council postpones vote on 10 mph speed restriction for Animas River Trail

Proposed limit too slow, misses point, residents say

November 8, 2025

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Durango businesses, health care advocates worry about insurance spikes

‘It’s a nice benefit to give (employees), but we have to make sure it’s feasible,’ 4Corners Riversports says

November 8, 2025

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Defense expert testifies on consent and memory in Wall’s sex-assault trial

Prosecutors highlight past testimony in Cosby, Weinstein trials

November 8, 2025

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Durango School District launches new eco-friendly programs

Sustainability measures act as ‘everyday steps toward a greener future,’ district says

November 7, 2025

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6th Street Liquor license suspended pending sale

offense prompts city of Durango to take harsher action

November 7, 2025

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Southwest Colorado drivers may see more deer, elk on roads with time change, mating season

urges caution with holiday decorations, wildlife encounters

November 6, 2025