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Photos: CDOT hauls away debris caused by recent rains along U.S. Highway 550

Colorado Department of Transportation crews remove truckloads of dirt and rock on Tuesday along U.S. Highway 550 southbound lanes just…

July 30, 2024

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Attempted theft charges dropped in Silverton snowcat case

men faced felony charges in connection with moving machinery

July 30, 2024

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Durango middle school teacher arrested on suspicion of sexual exploitation of a child appears in court

Benjamin Smith suspected of having inappropriate contact with two minors

July 30, 2024

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Update: Fire in Mesa Verde National Park reaches 40% containment

and brush within the perimeter continue to smolder

July 30, 2024

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Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad to install 868 solar panels on buildings

American Heritage Railways receives grant from USDA for green initiative

July 30, 2024

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34-year-old motorcyclist killed in crash near top of Coal Bank Pass

was passing on double-yellow and lost control, according to Colorado State Patrol

July 29, 2024

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Durango mountain bikers place 7th and 13th in Paris 2024 Olympics men’s ride

Amos made his Olympic debut; Christopher Blevins overcame a flat tire

July 29, 2024

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Durango police: Supreme Court ruling on camping bans won’t change enforcement tactics

Advocates say majority decision no solution to cyclical nature of homelessness

July 29, 2024

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Colorado’s Adam Frisch wants to refocus on CD-3, not presidential race shake-up

Democratic candidate for U.S. House sees his independence as a winning ticket

July 27, 2024

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Dear readers: See graffiti? Take a photo and pass it along to us

Graffiti on the South Camino del Rio (U.S. Highway 550/160) High Bridge in southern Durango. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca Dear readers,…

July 27, 2024

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Photo: Backseat drivers

These dogs are all smiles as they cruise along Camino del Rio on Monday in Durango. The National Weather Service…

July 26, 2024

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Residents examine city’s sustainability efforts at Engage Durango forum

Residents ask about greenhouse gas reduction and other strategies for going green

July 26, 2024

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Road resurfacing to impact four Durango neighborhoods next week

to begin Monday and extend through Aug. 5

July 26, 2024

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Burglary, auto theft, crash and foot chase north of Durango leads to arrest

morning crime spree initiates emergency notifications to residents

July 26, 2024

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Durango woman opens first recovery residence in Southwest Colorado

Durango residents recovering from substance abuse disorders find new home

July 26, 2024

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Durango middle school teacher arrested on suspicion of sexual exploitation of a child

Benjamin Smith, 28, allegedly approached 16-year-old on Snapchat

July 26, 2024

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Photo: A new mural along the Animas River Trail

Teresa Craft, deputy director of The Powerhouse, looks at the Artists Pathway Mural on Thursday that is painted on the…

July 25, 2024

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Missing 5-year-old boy located safe and healthy in Cortez

Martinez family takes Helliono Martinez to Sheriff’s Office

July 25, 2024

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Mancos marshal’s new office is under construction

It’s five times the size of the old one, solar powered and will support a growing squad

July 25, 2024

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StoneAge Tools hosts charity team-building event in Durango

will be donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Colorado

July 25, 2024

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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory hires former Ballantine Communications executive as new CFO

Cass credits company’s loyal consumer following as a reason for taking job

July 25, 2024

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Colorado Bureau of Investigation still looking for missing 5-year-old boy

Helliono Martinez was last seen with his father, Charles Martinez, on July 16

July 24, 2024

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Dolores Mountain Quilters to host quilt show

Biennial show gives public the opportunity to vote for their favorite quilts

July 24, 2024

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Ignacio man accused of shooting at truck in Bayfield road rage incident

Incident occurred Tuesday night in 1000 block of Bayfield Parkway

July 24, 2024