La Plata County creates draft of dog-barking rules

When rural dogs are barking, La Plata County law is silent. But that’s about to change. County staff has produced a preliminary draft of the county’s first ordinance on nuisance ...

The man who built the Arc of History

The artist speaks about Durango’s most controversial artwork

Four Corners Film Office hosts panel on making local films

The Journal The Four Corners Film Office plans a panel discussion during the Durango Independent Film Festival on how to make films in the Four Corners area. Emmy-winni...

Durango townhome developer charged with corruption in Palm Springs

Firm assures that construction will proceed

Durango man arrested on suspicion of sex assault on child

A Durango man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault on a child. Frederick Blevins, 69, is suspected of touching a girl inappropriately while she was being babysat, acco...

Galloping Goose expands mountain railroad trips

Due to its popularity, two more winter excursions have been scheduled for the Galloping Goose No. 5. On Friday, Feb. 17, the Goose will run on the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gau...

Jury duty cut short when defendant appears missing

Dozens of potential jurors were dismissed early Thursday in La Plata County Court when the defendant appeared to be a no-show for his drunken driving trial. The only problem: The ...

Two men found dead in separate incidents

Suicide suspected in separate cases

Former Osprey CEO Barney joins Durango outdoors agency

Former Osprey Packs CEO Tom Barney has joined Durango-based consulting firm Verde Brand Communications, according to a news release from the company. Barney will be the company’s ...

New Mexico man gets 2 years for van theft, chase

Bagwell rolled stolen vehicle on Molas Pass

Alias used by suspect in van theft, chase causes confusion

Police want to question passenger

For author David Petersen, hunting is about an ethic

New documentary provides rare intimate view into local author’s life