News across La Plata County
Southern Ute Indian Tribe “adamantly opposed” to planned oil and gas sales by the BLM
The tribe wants the Bureau of Land Management to remove 2,500 acres on the reservation from an upcoming oil and gas lease sale.
Durango Transit leaders named 2026 Colorado Transit Professionals of the Year
Durango Transit is celebrating recognition for two of its leaders, as Transit Manager Keith Dunning and Transportation Director Sarah Hill were named Transit Professionals of the Year by the Colorado Association of Transit Agencies (CASTA).
Schedule of meetings for the week of September 28, 2026
The schedule of meetings for the City of Durango for the week of September 28, 2026, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoCo.Gov/Meetings.
Regional News Roundup for September 3, 2026
It's been an historically dry year in the Rocky Mountain West, and some people are looking to the El Niño climate pattern to bring some moisture. Tune in to the Regional Roundup (day/time) to learn what impact this year's El Niño may or may not have on the Upper Colorado River…
Council to review Downtown’s Next Step final design and Speed Management Plan Oct. 6
City Council is scheduled to review two significant transportation and infrastructure items of public interest during its Oct. 6 study session and regular meeting: the final design plans for Downtown’s Next Step and the Speed Management Plan.
What to do in Colorado this week: 3 mountain festivals and a soap box derby in Keenesburg
Plus: The Crested Butte Film Festival, the inaugural Songwriters Festival in Durango and the annual Smalltown Gathering in Salida
Girls-only BMX Clinic
Girls Who BMX and Want to Learn to BMX! ???? Girls ages 6+ who are confident riding a pedal bike are invited to join us Saturday, October 3 from 1–3 PM at Cundiff Park BMX Track for a girls-only BMX clinic. Learn more..
Steamworks Brewing Co. “Hub” restaurant to open at Durango-La Plata County Airport
Beginning this fall, travelers passing through the Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) will have a new, familiar option to eat and drink past the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoint.
Teen Pokémon Night
Want to be the very best, that no one ever was? Join us for Teen After Hours: Pokémon Night on Fri., Sept. 25!
Trump administration seeks to make only the intentional killing of endangered animals illegal
A U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service memo, signed by Director Brian Nesvik, is the latest of the Trump administration's steps to remove regulations outlined by the Endangered Species Act.
Orange Cone Report for the week of September 21, 2026
The City of Durango's Orange Cone Report is designed to inform motorists about construction projects and events that may cause traffic delays. Each week, an interactive map will be updated on the city's social media channels and website.
Tools for Exploring the Past
What did some of the early explorers of southwest Colorado experience as they made their way through the Four Corners? Learn how and where you can find the answers to these questions and more.