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Photos: Goal achieved for 120 seniors in Southwest Colorado

Elijah Bowman, a senior from Cortez, speaks at the GOAL High School graduation ceremony held Friday at the Fort Lewis…

May 30, 2025

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Durango fire chief stresses wildfire mitigation amid drought, limited resources

Efforts focus on early action, community awareness and smart planning

May 30, 2025

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Wastewater system fails near Hesperus, sending E. coli into nearby waterway

health department: Private well users near Pine Winds Mobile Home Park should use bottled or filtered water

May 29, 2025

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Lone wolf ventures into Southwest Colorado

says animals are exploring new territory

May 29, 2025

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Photos: Giant-sized boulder stops just short of U.S. Highway 160 near Durango

A giant-sized boulder sits along the side of U.S. Highway 160 west of Twin Buttes after falling from a ridgeline,…

May 29, 2025

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Cortez man who threatened to kill Colorado election official gets prison

Ty Brockbank blamed exposure to far-right content for motivating his online threats

May 29, 2025

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Durango seeks feedback on speed management plan

Temporary traffic-calming features to be installed this summer, fall

May 29, 2025

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After 25 years at Durango High, school resource officer Leonard Martinez retires

‘It’s been probably one of the most rewarding jobs you could have as a police officer,’ he said

May 29, 2025

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See who rode in the 2025 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic ‘Citizen Tour’

Riders line up for the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic Citizen Tour at 33rd Street and East Second Avenue. (Wyatt Richards/Special…

May 28, 2025

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See who rode in the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic ‘Road Race’

Racers leave Durango after the start of the 2025 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic road race on Saturday. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)Jerry…

May 28, 2025

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If it’s OK to have a red kangaroo, what other unusual animals can we own in Colorado?

far out can you really go, when it comes to owning a pet in this state?

May 28, 2025

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When will Durango airport hit threshold for an air traffic control tower?

Private and commercial pilots use an open radio frequency to communicate their positions

May 28, 2025

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Durango asks residents to be conservative with water use amid drought conditions

City, commercial entities the first to limit consumption during supply issues

May 27, 2025

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Photo: Beautifying downtown Durango

Tyler Letzler, 6, waters flowers on Tuesday that were planted in the large concrete barriers that are in front of…

May 27, 2025

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After hearing from business community, Durango City Council to meet with advocates for raising minimum wage

session on topic planned for July

May 27, 2025

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Polis appoints FLC trustees with roots in tribal advocacy, education policy

Governor also reappoints Julia Duvall and Mary Rubadeau

May 27, 2025

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KSUT, Colorado Public Radio, NPR sue Trump over funding cuts, restrictions

‘This is not about politics – it is about principle,’ says joint statement

May 27, 2025

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Don’t just trust him – ‘here’s the result,’ new LPEA CEO says

Hansen has been on the job six months. He plans to show his skeptics continued victories

May 27, 2025

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Fallen service members from recent, past wars remembered in Durango

Memorial Day ceremonies include traditions, Colorado Air National Guard flyover

May 26, 2025

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Numerous Memorial Day weekend events planned in Durango

American flags at Greenmount Cemetery before Memorial Day services.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald Residents will honor the men and women who died…

May 26, 2025

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Colorado senators reintroduce bill for Dolores River National Conservation Area

Legislation aims to preserve ecological conditions while honoring existing water and land rights

May 26, 2025

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Some cyclists seek new thrills, others nostalgia, in Durango to Silverton Citizen Tour

‘This day is gorgeous. It’s so cool to see everyone riding’ in this year’s Iron Horse Bicycle Classic

May 24, 2025

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Iron Horse remembrance riders honor Durango climber a decade after his passing

10 cyclists will celebrate the life of Tyler Gordon and other loved ones while raising money for local grief center

May 24, 2025

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Durango High School’s 2025 graduating class celebrates a new beginning

‘Class of 2025 at DHS is prepared to make a difference’

May 24, 2025