Durango and Around
Would You Pay More in Taxes for Safe Roads?
La Plata County has more than 600 miles of roads within its boarders and it will spend about $4 million for road reconstruction and maintenance this year. But county officials say they need twice that much, and without an increase in revenues, the county road system is in danger of falling apart.
La Plata County Commissioners Support Federal Management of Federal Lands
The La Plata County Commissioners took a stand against privatization of Forest Service and other federal lands earlier this month when they voted unanimously to support continued federal management in La Plata County.
First in Her Family
Three years ago, Glory Roehrs was ready to drop out of high school – just like her mother, her father, and her younger sister. But on June 3, Glory will be the first in her family to graduate from high school, and she’s already started her job as a cosmetologist. Find out how she made the grade.
Community State of Affairs
Will recent storms be enough to meet summertime water demands? Learn how to increase your health and wealth with the four laws of spiritual prosperity, and we celebrate Star wars day with downtown Durango.
A Spark in the Distance – Part 2
A week in France has already gone by, and as I walk down the wooden stairs into the kitchen, I catch her smile. It smells like breakfast and can see in her face, that she’s still enthralled by the idea that she landed this American guy… got him to fly across the globe to meet her. Each morning I’ve woken up, the first thought that goes through my own head is, “I’m in France… I’m actually here after dreaming about this for...
Permit Parking Paused
The Durango City Council puts permit parking on hold for Third Avenue . . . for now. The first master’s degree candidates graduate this May from Fort Lewis College. And we debut a new segment called “Find the Fun.” Learn more about the fun activities available to you in Southwest Colorado.
A Spark in the Distance – Part 1
Adventure is a brilliant word. Growing up believing in fairytales, I have always been mystified by the twists and turns of life. I’ve heard stories of treasure, and I think I may have found some. Or more precisely, it may have found me. The journey in its entirety, has yet to be told… What I do have, is a pile of letters, drawings, and poems from a woman in France… and a plane ticket. A digital romance was not something I had...
Durango TV News : La Posta Road Fire
Does the first major wildfire of the season a forecast of things to come this summer? The Colorado State Patrol will be out looking for distracted drivers in April, so “Drop the Distractions.” And get some tips from the Four Leaves Winery to get the most out your Durango Wine Experience. These stories and more on this edition of Inside Durango News.
The Canyons of Cedar Mesa
Sunday afternoon I drove out La Posta Road to my good buddies house. I’d been marinating in both passion and frustration for days. I knew I needed to get out of town. Like others here in Durango, the desert was screaming my name. I needed to feel the sun on my skin, breath in a deep blue sky and get lost in the red rock. The day prior, I called a half dozen friends asking around to find someone to go camping with. No success,...
Southwest Colorado Report, Montezuma
Our second installment of the Southwest Colorado Report features Montezuma County: Where ancient cultures inspire innovation. Learn about the new high school, new community theater and economic development activities in the region.
Southwest Colorado Home Show: February
In this episode of IDTV’s Southwest Colorado Home Show we take you into some of the Southwest’s most fabulous properties. We’ll also hear some home tips from Durango Area Association of Realtors and continue our tour of Kogan Builders as they show us their latest design/build.
New DurangoDowntown.com is Live!
The new DURANGODOWNTOWN.COM is LIVE! After serving the Durango area for 18 years, we’ve freshened up DurangoDowntown.com again! DD’s new team has kept the best of the old website and added some kick-ass new features like a mobile friendly and super fast design. Not to mention some unique things like the full CAIC Avalanche Report for the South San Juan’s. “Our vision is to create a community hub”, states...
Inside Durango News: King Coal Mine, Snowdown Recap, & Chef’s Secrets
Find out why a 70-year-old coal mining operation is under siege by its neighbors…Relive the zaniest moments from this year’s Steampunk Snowdown…And learn why a good sharp knife should be your best friend in the kitchen during Durango Coffee Company’s Chef’s Secrets…all these stories and more on this edition of Inside Durango News.
Inside Durango News: Village at Wolf Creek, HWY 550/160 and Steampunk Styling
Environmental groups continue their battle against the Village at Wolf Creek…Engineers say the multi-million-dollar construction project at U.S. Highway 550 and 160 was worth the cost…And we get a lesson in Steampunk Fashion…just in time for Snowdown…These stories and more on this edition of Inside Durango News.
Upcoming FREE La Plata County Legal Clinic at the Ignacio Community Library on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2015
FREE LEGAL CLINIC AT YOUR IGNACIO COMMUNITY LIBRARY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2015 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM A free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney, will be featured from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM on the second FRIDAY of each month at the Ignacio Community Library at 470 Goddard Avenue in Ignacio. By computer link, volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms, and explain the process and procedure for all areas...
Inside Durango News: New Testing for Students, Tax Penalties, and 2015 Economic Outlook
Are we testing students too much? You could face tax penalties without health insurance, and learn about the economic outlook for 2015.
Durango Demons Vs Ignacio Bobcats High School Boys Basketball
Watch as Durango & Ignacio High School Boys Basketball Teams fight for a victory win in this Preseason Game, LIVE at Fort Lewis College on January 8th hosted by the Ignacio Bobcats.
DHS vs. IHS Boys Basketball
Watch as Durango & Ignacio High School Boys Basketball Teams fight for a victory win in this Preseason Game, LIVE at Fort Lewis College on January 8th hosted by the Ignacio Bobcats.
2014 Year-End Review on Inside Durango News
Retail Marijuana, looming tax increases, and epic traffic snarls were among the many stories that dominated the headlines of Inside Durango News in 2014. We’ll review these stories and more on this special year end edition of Inside Durango News.
Durango Herald News
- Crowd shrinks as Berkshire Hathaway's new CEO leads the annual meeting for the first time Saturday May 2, 2026
- US warns shipping firms over paying Iran to transit the Strait of Hormuz May 2, 2026
- Trump likes the idea of the government owning some US companies but took a pass on Spirit Airlines May 2, 2026