Durango Local News

The La Plata County Public Health Department rolled out a new program called the Healthy Homes Program which helps homeowners stay safe from toxins within their home. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/la-plata-county-public-health-launches-healthy-homes-program This story is sponsored by Payroll Department and M&R Plumbing . Support the show

On April 20, the La Plata County Office of Emergency Management will send out a CodeRED notification. The county urges residents to sign up to CodeRED to stay informed in the event of an emergency. By Sadie Smith.   Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/la-plata-county-to-test-emergency-alert-system This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino and Freddy's Frozen Custard & St...

Be Bear Smart as bears come out of hibernation. CDOT begins construction on US 160 in Pagosa Springs. And Durango Wine Experience returns at the end of the month. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/be-bear-smart   This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and Tafoya Barrett & Associates . Support the show

The Community Concert Hall has introduced a number of international artists to the region while also recognizing local talent. Find out how director Charles Leslie curates the perfect lineup for every season. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/community-concert-hall-hosts-local-and-global-talent This story is sponsored by FASTSIGNS Durango . Support the show

Families don't have to care for a dying loved one in isolation. Hospice of Montezuma offers medical, social and emotional support to help with a loved one's end-of-life care. By Deborah Uroda. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/when-your-family-needs-end-of-life-care This story is sponsored by Choice Building Supply and LOR Foundation . Support the show

Devo will offer the bikes to scholarship recipients and as seasonal rentals.  By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/durango-devo-offers-new-bikes   This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and Happy Pappy’s Pizza & Wings .  Support the show

Get a fresh start Spring cleaning with help from the City of Durango , Durango has big plans for Earth Day  and learn more about the return of  Durango Restaurant Week. By Sadie Smith Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/spring-cleaning-starts-now   This story is sponsored by Crystal Mart and Happy Pappy's Pizza & Wings. Support the show

La Plata County is in the midst of an affordable housing challenge. Rising costs and limited availability increase housing costs making it difficult to retain a workforce. Pine River Commons and Rock Creek Housing Project hope to alleviate the housing shortage with new workforce housing. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/affordable-housing-lightens-economic-pres...

Zac Keeler has high goals for his new team , after serving as an assistant for the DHS boys team in 2024. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/dhs-girls-soccer-digs-in-for-home-stretch This story is sponsored by Fort Lewis College Center for Innovation and Crystal Mart . Support the show

Downtown parking meters will soon accept payments from the ParkMobile app. LPEA seeks college interns, La Plata County prepares for wildfire season, and a comedy show supports local businesses and nonprofits. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/downtown-meters-add-mobile-pay-option This story is sponsored by Durango Gelato, Coffee & Tea and Serious Texas Bar-B...

Recent storms have done little to raise snowpack and water levels while 2024 monsoons built fuels to set up a potentially dangerous 2025 fire season. By Connor Shreve.  Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/four-corners-fire-season-set-to-ignite   This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino and Serious Texas Bar-B-Q .  Support the show

Looking for a furry feline friend? Check out Cat Care Durango for adopting, boarding, or even participating in cat yoga! By Sadie Smith.   Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/no-kennels-just-comfort-at-cat-care-durango-wonderful-alliteration   This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino and Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers .  Support the show

Wrap up Women’s History month with the Women’s Resource Center’s Extraordinary Woman Award dinner and April brings a number of music festivals to Durango. Learn more about the Durango Ragtime Festiva l and the Durango Bluegrass Festival . By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/celebrate-womens-history-month This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center...

Bi-partison legislation would eliminate barriers that kept government from awarding full claims in 2015, 2016. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/lawmakers-consider-gold-king-mine-compensation This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and M&R Plumbing . Support the show

Colorado Parks and Wildlife ’s southwest regional office will begin construction on a new building that will combine customer service and administration offices. By Sadie Smith.  Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/colorado-parks-and-wildlife-to-begin-new-office-construction     This story is sponsored by Dunkin Donuts and FASTSIGNS Durango .  Support the show

Ska Brewing Company will celebrate its 30th anniversary party on Sept. 6. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/30-years-of-ska-brewing This story is sponsored by Serious Texas Bar-B-Q and Durango Gelato, Coffee & Tea . Support the show

Durango Police Department plans to install automated speeding cameras within city limits. Celebrate Celtic culture with the Celtic Festival at the end of the month. And kick off spring with the Fly Fishing Festival at Duranglers and the International Fly Fishing Film Tour . By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/durango-police-to-install-speed-enforcement-cameras Thi...

Project leaders call 2025 the most important year yet for Durango Mesa Park as they roll toward 2027 grand opening. By Connor Shreve.   Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/durango-mesa-park-progress-picks-up-steam   This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and Dunkin’ Donuts .  Support the show

A bipartisan bill could offer free state park entry for Ute tribal members.  A heavily used section of the Animas River Trail closes for eight months for upgrades. Get the details on the detour and improvements.  Southwestern Water Conservation District’s 41st Annual Seminar, 'Water Reimagined: Strategies for a Changing World,' explores key water management issues. It kicks off March 28t...

United Way of Southwest Colorado using new ALICE study to better understand the region. By Connor Shreve.   Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/economic-hardship-on-the-rise-in-sw-colorado   This story is sponsored by Payroll Department and Serious Texas Bar-B-Q .  Support the show

On President’s Day weekend, Silverton turns Blair Street into a high-speed, high-stakes race course that includes fast horses and skilled skiers who negotiate hair-raising jumps and obstacles to compete for a total of $15,000 in prizes. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/skijoring-action-heats-up-the-snow-in-silverton This story is sponsored by Durango Gelato, Co...

Southwest Colorado nonprofits received a major funding boost! Find out how $5.2 million from the Southwest Community Foundation has made a difference.  Fort Lewis College hosts the 2025 Confluence Water Seminar , featuring a keynote on Indigenous leadership in the Grand Canyon.  Meet some of Durango’s most influential women during the  Durango Women's Leadership Conference at Fort Lewis Colle...

The 2005 Half-Cent Sales Tax is on the April 2025 ballot for reauthorization. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/what-to-know-about-sales-tax-renewal This story is sponsored by Crystal Mart and Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Stakeburgers . Support the show

DHS Career Connect introduces students to local business leaders, experiences. By Connor Shreve.  Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/dhs-students-get-sweet-career-advice   This story is sponsored by Tafoya, Barrett & Associates and FLC Center for Innovation .  Support the show

Bucking on the Rez , a short film by a Rocky Mountain PBS Journalist premieres at Fort Lewis College   Submit your artwork for the 103rd Southern Tribal Ute fair logo contest   And the Ignacio Community Library will offer free legal clinics. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/bucking-on-the-rez-premieres   This story is sponsored by Payroll Department and Crystal...