‘It ain’t over’: Evacuations underway in San Juan County amid ongoing flooding
Residents who live half a mile from the Animas, La Plata and San Juan rivers in San Juan County were being asked to evacuate Monday amid ongoing flooding for the
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Animas River breaches its banks and forces evacuations in Farmington
The San Juan County Office of Emergency Management says flood warnings have been issued for low-lying areas near the Animas, San Juan and La Plata rivers. McGee Park is available for anyone who needs shelter.
Evacuations ordered for Four Corners region; parts of southwest Colorado could experience historic flooding
Evacuation alerts are in effect near the Animas, La Plata and San Juan rivers as heavy rain causes flooding in northwest New Mexico and threatens historic flooding near Pagosa Springs, Colorado.
Hundreds of southwest Colorado homes affected by flood, state officials estimate
Severe flooding swept across Alamosa, Archuleta, Conejos, Dolores, Hinsdale, La Plata, Mineral, Montezuma, Ouray, Rio Grande, San Juan and San Miguel counties last week.
Six runs in the sixth: North Shelby rallies past Canton to take home district title 6 MIN READ
LA PLATA — Pitching dominated the first five-plus innings of Tuesday evening’s Class 1 District 5 championship game between North Shelby and Canton. That changed in the bottom of the […]
Highland sweeps La Plata and Schuyler County in softball triangular
LEWISTOWN, Mo. — The Highland Cougars were looking to end the week off on a high note after a pair of losses to Clarence Cannon Conference rivals Monroe City and […]
Rays’ Wander Franco headed back to court to appeal latest guilty verdict
The one-time All-Star has twice been found guilty of sexual abuse of a minor stemming from a relationship that started when he was 21.
1 hospitalized after fire at La Plata senior nursing facility
A fire at a Charles County senior nursing facility forced residents to shelter in place early Friday and sent one resident to the hospital, officials said.
Fiesta Days rides into 91st anniversary in La Plata County
Kaido Mendoza, 4, stays on for six seconds to win the mutton bustin competition during the afternoon Durango Fiesta Days Rodeo on Saturday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)
The cost of prescribed burns in La Plata County: Fighting fire with fire, or burning cash?
Fuels mitigation a fraction of the price of a destructive wildfire, can boost local economy
72nd annual Four Corners Gem & Mineral Show opens today at La Plata County Fairgrounds
Some Durango-area dealers became rock hounders at an early age; others stumbled upon hobby and profession
La Plata County meets requirements for state affordable housing funding
Approved fast-track review process won’t solve home shortage but adds another tool, experts say
La Plata County law enforcement agencies warn against personal fireworks
Law enforcement agencies across La Plata County warned against the use of personal fireworks, threatening to impose fines and file charges against offenders, as towns and cities fret over the threat o...
How does La Plata County ensure every ballot is counted accurately?
The day before Colorado’s primary election, the former juvenile detention center that now serves as La Plata County’s election headquarters buzzes with activity. Election judges move between rooms fil...
La Plata County voters favor Weiser, Marx in gubernatorial race
La Plata County voters showed clear preferences in several of Tuesday’s closely watched primary races based on early unofficial results. The initial count totaled 12,850 ballots, representing nearly 3...
La Plata Enacts First-in-Maryland Resign-to-Run Measure for Elected Officials
The Town of La Plata has adopted an ordinance requiring members of its Town Council to resign if they seek election to any other public office, a measure supporters say will strengthen local governance and p...
La Plata County has 160 acres slated for Colorado oil and gas lease sale
Two parcels of land in La Plata County have been included in a proposed federal oil and gas lease sale scheduled for December. The two parcels, which combined total about 160 acres, are located about ...
La Plata County election officials have received 7,710 ballots so far
Primary elections will be held across Colorado on Tuesday as voters choose the Democratic and Republican nominees who will advance to the November general election. Ballots were mailed to about 44,000...
Mini Mansions community in double bind as they scramble to fund purchase of property
Mini Mansions Mobile Home Park in Bayfield boasts some of the cheapest rent in La Plata County, averaging around $600 a month. That’s an unexpected disadvantage to residents scrambling to stop the pro...
In face of drought, La Plata County ranchers begin downsizing herds. It could have lasting impacts
La Plata County ranchers must contend with a host of economically undesirable circumstances this summer. The Iran war has increased fuel and fertilizer prices, while severe drought across the Southwe...
Ecuador beat Germany 2-1, advance to World Cup knockout rounds
Ecuador advances to World Cup knockout stage with 2-1 comeback win over Germany on Gonzalo Plata
World Cup 2026: Côte d'Ivoire, Ecuador reach last 32 as Germany crash out, Curacao eliminated
Ecuador reached the World Cup last 32 with a shock 2-1 win over Germany on Thursday, while Ivory Coast beat Curacao 2-0 to advance from Group E and eliminate the Caribbean side. Gonzalo Plata scored…
Germany vs Ecuador, FIFA World Cup match result: Plata's late strike stuns Germany as Ecuador seal knockout...
Football News: Record-breaking crowds witnessed a historic World Cup heist as a gritty Ecuador stunned four-time champions Germany 2-1 at the MetLife Stadium on Frid.
La Plata County to enact stage 2 fire restrictions
La Plata County will move from stage 1 to stage 2 fire restrictions on Friday at the request of the county’s four fire chiefs. As Colorado remains in a moderate to severe drought and weather projecti...