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Torrential rains cause flash flooding across La Plata County

weeks of hot, dry weather, recent heavy rainfall raises river water levels.

August 27, 2025

Driver arrested in Town Plaza hit-and-run

Victim severely injured, perpetrator identified within 24 hours. A white Chevrolet Suburban was involved in a hit-and-run in the Durango…

August 27, 2025

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Colorado State Patrol concludes operation designed to catch drunken drivers

in Ouray and Archuleta counties serves as reminder not to drink and drive

August 27, 2025

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Vallecito Lake residents report eight days without AT&T cellphone service

Customers unsure of when coverage will return

August 27, 2025

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Chief Judge Jeffrey Wilson to retire after 23 years on bench in Durango

6th Judicial District Nominating Commission will interview applicants Oct. 8; position to be filled by Jan. 2

August 26, 2025

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County will ask voters to approve 1% sales tax hike in November

Commissioners say new funding is needed as gas revenue declines

August 26, 2025

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Video: Impromptu piano lesson at the library

Fabrizio Colombo, a professional pianist and teacher from Italy, gives Chiu-Ki Chan a piano lesson as her husband, Francois Lefevere,…

August 26, 2025

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Teen born with cleft achieves dream of attending Fort Lewis College

18-year-old received scholarship from Smile Train; plans to pursue dentistry

August 26, 2025

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Fort Lewis College opens new nursing hall

Program expected to benefit rural communities throughout Four Corners

August 26, 2025

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Dutch ovens, cowboy hats and biscuits: Chuckwagon dinner returns to La Plata County

Cattlemen's association hosts 23rd annual community cookout

August 26, 2025

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Stoner Mesa Fire slowed by rains, except where canopies keep fuels dry

expected to continue through the week before tapering off

August 25, 2025

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Rain returns to Southwest Colorado

Monsoonal moisture shows up behind schedule; is it enough to decrease fire danger?

August 25, 2025

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Blue Ridge Fire a symptom of larger problem

Unpermitted structures, illegal campfires and lax enforcement blamed for heightened wildfire risks in Forest Lakes subdivision

August 25, 2025

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Fort Lewis College president welcomes parents, students on move-in day

800 freshmen settle into dorm life

August 24, 2025

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Durango city manager placed among top 10 in the country

‘We are being recognized as some of the best governance’ in the U.S.

August 24, 2025

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Photos: A Western chuck wagon cook-out

Sandy Cooper, left, and Carrie McCauley with the Durango Cowboy Church chuck wagon, make peach-raspberry cobbler on Saturday for the…

August 23, 2025

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Durango residents protest REI, urge shoppers to support local stores

manager says co-op isn’t a one-stop shop; supports collaboration

August 23, 2025

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Single finalist remains for La Plata County manager after applicant withdraws

Remaining candidate will undergo interviews, community meet-and-greet

August 23, 2025

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Durango Herald wins 31 press awards, including general excellence

Newspaper took top honors for website, morning newsletter

August 23, 2025

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Firefighters reach 27% containment at Stoner Mesa Fire; community meeting planned in Dolores area

fire’s western rim remains the most active while incoming thunderstorm winds and dry conditions may boost the flames

August 22, 2025

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Should the Durango Financial Advisory Board have a parks and recreation subcommittee?

want ‘a wide variety of expertise’ on volunteer commissions, councilor says

August 22, 2025

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Colorado River Program’s new director ‘cautiously hopeful’ about interstate negotiations

Hawkins practiced in tribal nation projects, conservation efforts

August 22, 2025

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Purgatory Resort promised a new chairlift. Will it happen in time for ski season?

of summer is approaching, construction has yet to begin

August 22, 2025

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Equity and inclusion complaints submitted against Durango School District

Nonprofit alleges discrimination against white students, parents and employees

August 21, 2025

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Photos: Chapman Hill runoff

Five drains are being installed at the base of Chapman Hill Ski Area on Thursday that will catch snowmelt and…

August 21, 2025

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Polis appoints Archuleta County judge to 6th Judicial District Court

Fay will take bench Oct. 1

August 21, 2025

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Firefighters tame western spread of Stoner Mesa Fire; spot fires persist

reported as 27% contained at size of 9,872 acres

August 21, 2025

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Durango pickleball tournament to benefit local dementia nonprofit

year’s event raised $15,000 for La Plata County Search and Rescue

August 21, 2025

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Community Foundation launches workshops to help nonprofits weather uncertainty

organizations face funding cuts, administrative changes and shifting donor trends

August 21, 2025

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The Blotter, Aug. 15-18

cca Durango Police Department Friday 5:45 p.m. A woman was caught shoplifting at the Walmart Supercenter on South Camino del…

August 21, 2025