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Steven Short reappointed as Fort Lewis College trustee

“Once on the inside, it’s not so simple’

Durangoans’ visions for the world

“By asking a powerful question like: ‘What is your vision for the world?’ it can challenge people to think,” said Andy Matteo, a group member. What caught Matteo off guard…

Sporadic snow in Durango may extend through Wednesday night

New Year’s Eve temperatures to dip to zero degrees

La Plata County Democrats woo voters ahead of caucus deadline

Strong grass-roots support for Sanders, money is behind Clinton

Local icon Fred Kroeger dies at 97

‘Always positive and forward-looking’

Legacy of old Bayfield landfill plagues county

La Plata County commissioners debate groundwater with state officials

Colorado travel information sometimes fuzzy during big storms

CDOT maintains multiple platforms to get information out

The Blotter

Sunday 12:03 a.m. Several people, possibly intoxicated, were in the street yelling in the 600 block of Main Avenue. Friday 9:10 p.m. A man who was not a city employee…

University of Colorado scientists say reservoir evaporation a concern

Study says conservation efforts must include reducing water loss

Local Briefs

The offices at Southwest Colorado Community College east and west campuses will be closed through Sunday in observance of the holidays. All returning students, or others interested in classes, are…

Dayplanner Tuesday

Master’s Men Ministries of Colorado meeting, 6:30 a.m., Lounge, DoubleTree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio, 749-2888. DeColores Civitan Club meeting, noon, call Lon Erwin at 247-1019 for location. Arts and…

La Plata County, Durango continue to remove snow, ice

11 cars towed for failure to comply with city rules

Durango woman gives up foot to resume active lifestyle

Choosing amputation was tough but proved to be right choice

Durango tree recycle dropoff starts

City says: Please, natural trees only

Low temperatures forecast next week in Southwest Colorado

Regional highways open, ski basins boast fresh snow, snow shovels in short supply

Liquor store on Helen’s Store property gets approval

It’s phase one of redevelopment that could include a restaurant in phase two. The commissioners approved a conceptual plan for the property about a year ago. The liquor store was…

Winning caption: One catnip shooter too many

Naomi Beans of Durango submitted this photo of her cat, Ted, taking a nap in an odd position.Courtesy of Naomi Beans Coming in a close second was “Need … more…

9-R announces bus cancellation schedule

Rolling dates through January as district trains new drivers

Bill would allow lawsuits after Gold King Mine spill north of Durango

Rep. Coram hopes to address issues stemming from federal tort law

Dayplanner Monday

Sunrise Yoga adult classes, 7-8 a.m. and 8:15-9:15 a.m., Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County, 2750 Main Ave., $5, props provided, 259-0385. Arts and Entertainment Four Corners Arts…

Top Durango-area stories of 2015

A look at the headlines from La Plata County

November DUIs/DWAIs

The following are convictions made in November 2015 for driving under the influence with a blood-alcohol content of 0.08 percent or higher or by prescription or illegal drugs. Unless otherwise…

The Durango Herald wins three national newspaper awards

Paper recognized for design, editorial work

Local Briefs

Zumba with Donna Middleton will offer a free Zumba class at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Core Value Fitness Center, 208 East Animas Road (County Road 250). This will be a…

Dayplanner Sunday

Irish music jam session, 12:30 p.m., Irish Embassy Pub, 900 Main Ave. Informal tango practice, 5-7 p.m., Groove U Durango, 26369 U.S. Highway 160, 533-7231. Jazz church (experienced musician drop-in…

Shoppers in Durango embrace day after Christmas

Stores saw steady business despite weather

Red Mountain Pass reopens Sunday afternoon as Durango digs out after four days of snow

A Colorado Department of Transportation snowplow works its way up north Main Avenue on U.S. Highway 550 Christmas Day in Durango. While the snow has stopped for now, the Durango…

Watch now: Time lapse video of storm on Camino Del Rio

Fort Lewis College receives $200,000 grant to help bolster engineering students

LPEA hopes funds will increase local students’ interest in field

Dayplanner Saturday

Black Velvet duo, 5:30-10:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., 375-7150. Greg Ryder, 7-11 p.m., Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., 247-4431. Karaoke, 8 p.m., 8th Avenue Tavern, 509 East…