Forget the June Wedding: Why a Fall Wedding is Ideal
Statistics show that over 2.3 million couples get married every year in the US, and that breaks down to nearly 6,200 weddings a day! However, we all know that there are some months more popular for getting married, and that the June wedding is still seen as ideal by many. In fact, 10.8% of all weddings take place in June, and 10.2% take place in August. Spring and summer weddings remain most popular, but in places like Durango, a fall...
Chimney Rock’s Future
Purgatory Ski Resort opens for the season with 24 inches of snow on the ground…but when will the new high-speed chair at the Legends Lift 8 open for the season? Does the Durango-La Plata County Airport need a new name? The Airport Commission thinks so. What would you call it? And we re-introduce our cooking feature, Chef’s Secrets, hosted by the Durango Coffee Company and featuring Dave Cuntz, Owner and Executive Chef at...
New Owner Steps in as Purgatory Celebrates it’s 50th!
Durango Mountain Resort announces that James Coleman, a local Durango businessman, finalized the purchase of the resort operations (not the real estate) on February 25, 2015. In honor of Purgatory’s 50th anniversary (resort was founded in 1965), Coleman will re-launch the popular “retro” logo with the red and white inverted triangles. Coleman grew up skiing at Purgatory. Coleman’s resort portfolio includes four southwest ski areas: ...
Fluoride Controversy
Have you been drugged without your permission? A group of Durango residents contends that you are, and they want the city to remove fluoride from your drinking water. A new Southwest Colorado Economic Health Report is now available, and you’ll be surprised by which sector generates the most income in the area. Thanksgiving means pie, and one Ignacio restaurant owner will bake dozens for her fans this holiday season. Find out...
Trail Magic – The “Digital Nomad”
I’m not sure what “gallivanting around the globe” involves… But it sounds like something worth doing. Talking on the phone with my sister before I left the country last week, those were her words… “Gallivanting” is defined as, “to wander about, seek pleasure”. Which is partially true. For whatever reason, the uncertain lifestyle and persona of a global adventurer has become...
La Plata County Election Results
It’s a monument to the area’s mining history, a source of green energy, and a living museum. After more than a hundred years of producing electricity, the Tacoma Power Plant is still going strong. Looking for an investment opportunity? La Plata County Treasurer Allison Morrissey suggests delinquent property taxes. Find out why… And say good-bye to Fall with an airplane ride over the San Juan Mountains. These...
Skyhawks Play Last Home Game Saturday
Come out to see our last home game this Saturday, the 7th of November and support your Skyhawks against Adams state! Our defense is ready! Coach Joe Morris and Coach Dave Varnell have been getting the Defensive linemen ready for this weekend!
Durango City Council Defends Santa Rita
More wildlife-vehicle collisions occur in La Plata County than any other county in the state . . . Find out what the Colorado Department of Transportation is doing to reduce wildlife accidents . . . Durango City Councilors deny allegations that the city is using scare tactics to urge a yes vote on the wastewater treatment plant bond issue . . . But if the measure fails . . . The consequences will be expensive . . . And why do dog...
Westendorff Announces Re-election Bid
A citizens group accuses City of Durango officials of using scare tactics to promote a yes vote on the waster-water treatment plant bond issue. Find out why . . . Halloween’s just around the corner, and our new correspondent Dave Imming finds out what costumes are the most popular this year . . . And are you willing to jump off a perfectly good mountain into thin air? We explore base jumping on this edition of Durango TV News . ....
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics. ALL DRESSED UP: Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame. Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and Trick-or-Treat bags for...
Durango Herald News
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