Author - The Journal
Jessica Bowman
Position: Herald Staff Writer

Mobile home residents nearing deal to purchase property north of Durango

Owner accepts residents’ $5.45 million offer over larger bids

Bear encounters rise in La Plata County, across Colorado

1,116 sightings reported countywide in 2025, almost double the number recorded in 2024

Hissing gas well near Hesperus finally gets Colorado’s attention

Department of Natural Resources expected to visit site this month

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office to reduce public office hours

Move will help staff deal with records requests, stricter evidence requirements

Flood response highlights La Plata County’s emergency preparedness

Officials credit planning, drills and new tech for swift action

35-foot-tall logjam is blocking Vallecito Creek; removal is critical to flood recovery

Firefighters propose using fire or explosives to clear blockage

Purgatory Resort aims to open Friday

Snow, cooler temperatures expected later this week

Longtime Christmas bazaar canceled over confusion about city of Durango license rules

51st annual event called off days before opening at Senior Center

This Vallecito couple wants to make La Plata County a hot-spot for gay weddings

‘Gay couples have money. Money helps our local economy,’ co-owner of Cinder and Pine Weddings says

San Juan Mountains Association looks for new executive director

Stephanie Weber will remain in position until a replacement is found

La Plata County commissioners approve 100-home plan at Purgatory resort

Project faces additional steps of approval, permitting

Durango School Board candidate’s criminal history sparks concerns

Jody Trampp acknowledges past but says online claims misrepresent his record and character