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The Durango Herald is a newspaper serving Southwest Colorado since 1881.

Jim and Terry Fitzgerald lived off grid and were beloved in La Plata County
01/03/2026

Jim and Terry Fitzgerald lived off grid and were beloved in La Plata County

Photos: About a dozen protesters tried to block federal agents from leaving with a detainee on Thursday in Durango. Pepp...
01/03/2026

Photos: About a dozen protesters tried to block federal agents from leaving with a detainee on Thursday in Durango. Pepper spray was used.

Ethics complaint centers on October retreat with lobbyists in Vail Read more in the comments.
01/02/2026

Ethics complaint centers on October retreat with lobbyists in Vail Read more in the comments.

Anne Rossignol recently resigned from Mercy Hospice House Read more in the comments.
01/02/2026

Anne Rossignol recently resigned from Mercy Hospice House Read more in the comments.

People demand action, accountability from city Read more in the comments.
01/02/2026

People demand action, accountability from city Read more in the comments.

1% sales tax hike went into effect Jan. 1
01/02/2026

1% sales tax hike went into effect Jan. 1

Christopher Blevins’ year headlines local athletes’ accomplishments
01/02/2026

Christopher Blevins’ year headlines local athletes’ accomplishments

Christmas tree recycling is available through Jan. 31. Natural trees must be free of ornaments, tinsel, bases, and metal...
01/02/2026

Christmas tree recycling is available through Jan. 31. Natural trees must be free of ornaments, tinsel, bases, and metal screws and nails.

Jim and Terry Fitzgerald lived off grid and were beloved in La Plata County
01/02/2026

Jim and Terry Fitzgerald lived off grid and were beloved in La Plata County

Our photographer documented protests, wildfires, floods, long-held traditions, fights for social justice, scandal, trage...
01/01/2026

Our photographer documented protests, wildfires, floods, long-held traditions, fights for social justice, scandal, tragedy, joy, human achievement and amazing moments of outdoor beauty.

Federal agents stop vehicle, take individual into custody
01/01/2026

Federal agents stop vehicle, take individual into custody

Ignacio resident was a judo Olympian who combined artistic talent with his Native American ancestry Read more in the com...
01/01/2026

Ignacio resident was a judo Olympian who combined artistic talent with his Native American ancestry Read more in the comments.

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