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At Last! High Speed on Legends
Purgatory Ski Resort opens its long-awaited high-speed chair lift in the Legends area. See who was on the first chair… Durango TV News correspondent Dave Imming interviews Santa to find out who’s been naughty, or nice, this Christmas. And when Hollywood producers want trained horses for a film production in the area, guess who they call? Keep watching for the answer on this special Christmas edition of Durango TV...
New Mining Industry?
According to the Catholic faith, Purgatory is the place where souls are cleansed of their sins. So how did Durango’s hometown ski area come to be named Purgatory? We interview one of the founders to find out. Can you afford to live in Southwest Colorado? An updated study finds there’s a reason why so many people have to work two jobs or more to survive. And a Fort Lewis College student has an unusual hobby: he gets...
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...
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...
That’s Durango! Finding a Way to Change the Reputation of a Small Town
Everyone was late all the time. Kelly Spitzer, a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker, started showing houses in Durango and many of her potential clients would arrive up to 45 minutes late. “I was talking to people about that, and they said, oh that’s Durango,” explained Kelly. “I said no, that’s just rude. We all have busy lives, and I can’t just wait 45 minutes for people to show up.” After hearing about similar experiences with...
Fall Colors in the San Juan Mountains
Colorado is home to four pronounced seasons. Across the San Juan Mountains, fall is settling in. The ever shortening days, paired with fresh winter storm systems create prime conditions for the fall color change, which peaks mid-September through mid-October (depending on the year). The color change is a spectacular event only offered for a 3-4 week window in which the deciduous trees in the area (Gamble Oaks, Aspens, and riparian...
Local Music Producer Tributes the Animas – “Orange River”
“Orange River” – The Chava People “I recorded this song because of the lack of oversight that was going on…”, states songwriter and producer, James Mirabal. “When all that mine waste rushed into the Animas I was really shocked and confused. Then I felt mislead and then finally angry… because this could have been prevented…” Soulful and lamenting notes pierce this hard and...
Fall in Full Swing
Across southwest Colorado, fall is settling in. The ever shortening days, paired with fresh winter storm systems created prime conditions for the fall color change this last weekend. The color change is a spectacular event only offered for a 2-3 week window in late September and early October in which the deciduous trees in the area (mostly Gamble Oak and Aspens) put on a massive display of color. An all time favorite route is to...
Lunar Eclipse Visits Durango
A gathering of astronomic proportions took place this last Sunday throughout Colorado. Starting at about 8 pm a lunar eclipse was visible in the early evening sky. Folk of all kinds gathered to witness the stellar event from backyards, porches and trail-heads. In Durango, The Lion’s Den picnic shelter near Fort Lewis College, was a favored viewing location and parking in the area was scarce. Viewers excitedly talked as the...
South Dakota Tribe to Open Nation’s 1st Marijuana Resort
By REGINA GARCIA CANO FLANDREAU, S.D. (AP) — The Santee Sioux tribe has already proven its business acumen, running a successful casino, a 120-room hotel and a 240-head buffalo ranch on the plains of South Dakota. But those enterprises have not been immune to competition and the lingering effects of the Great Recession, so the small tribe of 400 is undertaking a new venture — opening the nation’s first marijuana resort on its...
The Season is Changing
“The season is changing. Animas Valley. Miles out. 600mm lens from my place–” Rich Fletcher Photo provided by local photographer and videographer, Rich Fletcher
Moose Visits Animas River Trail
Friday morning community members and pedestrians along the Animas River Trail were gifted with an odd surprise. Sometime early Friday a young male moose was spotted in town. The moose was visible near the Animas River north of 9th street bridge and lingered in the are for some time. It was reported that people along the river trail respectfully watched the animal and enjoyed it’s presence. Viewing wildlife in the fall is not too...
Craft Beer Industry May Be in Danger
A potential ballot initiative by out-of-town grocery chains could threaten the health of the craft beer industry. Find out why . . . Do you exercise at work? Local business owners explain how on-the-job wellness programs help the bottom line. And more than 90 artists from throughout the country are expected for teh 21st annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival.
EPA Update on Gold King Mine Response Efforts for August 18, 2015
EPA Update on Gold King Mine Response Efforts for August 18, 2015 Contact: press (970) 812-3351 For immediate release: August 18, 2015 EPA Update on Gold King Mine Response Efforts for August 18, 2015 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is committed to working closely with response agencies and state and local officials to ensure the safety of citizens, respond to concerns and to evaluate impact to water contaminated by the...
Durango Herald News
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- Evidence against singer D4vd in killing of 14-year-old girl will be revealed in court within days April 23, 2026
- School buses should all have alcohol tests to avoid drunken driving, NTSB recommends April 23, 2026