Benjamin Mandile

Position: Herald Staff Writer

Two arrests made in connection with break-ins at Fort Lewis College

A man and a woman have been charged in connection with breaking into buildings and stealing and eating food at Fort Lewis College. In a Facebook post on June 18, FLC police sought the public’s...

DATE: July 18, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Goodwill groups merge to improve efficiencies, long-term sustainability

A merger between Discover Goodwill of Southern & Western Colorado and Goodwill Industries of Denver has gone into effect, allowing the two groups to increase the sustainability of their two...

DATE: July 15, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Forecasters call for drier-than-average monsoon

Southwest Colorado appears to be headed into a dry spell, and even the monsoon may be drier than average, according to the National Weather Service. There is a slight chance of thunderstorms with...

DATE: July 4, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Reservoir operators confident in conditions

Area reservoirs including Lake Nighthorse, Vallecito Reservoir and the McPhee Reservoir are near or at full capacity and are expected to have enough supply for all of their obligations this year,...

DATE: July 3, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Local church replaces electric bill with community connection fund

In an effort to improve community connections, River Church in Durango has partnered with a local nonprofit to install a solar panel system. Replacing the recurring cost of an electric bill will...

DATE: July 2, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

High drivers aren’t under the radar in La Plata County

A recent study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found a majority of Americans think it’s “unlikely a driver will get caught by police for driving while high on marijuana,” among other...

DATE: June 30, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fort Lewis College Police seek to identify alleged trespassers

Fort Lewis College Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man and a woman who are suspected of trespassing in a campus building. In an email Wednesday to the student body, FLC Chief...

DATE: June 20, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mountain lion strikes a pose in Hermosa resident’s backyard

A young mountain lion found itself at the center of attention earlier this month when it took a break in a Hermosa resident’s backyard. Deedee Courter said a mountain lion had been seen wandering...

DATE: June 17, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

SkyRaider Trail construction starts in east Durango

Trails 2000 and the city of Durango have an opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to build and eventually hike a new trail. The SkyRaider Trail will connect the Powerline Trail near Molas Drive to...

DATE: June 15, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

10-acre blaze on Missionary Ridge burns in thick debris

The 186 Fire, a 10-acre blaze burning east of Hermosa on Missionary Ridge, had not grown in size as of Wednesday afternoon. Denise Alonzo, spokeswoman for the San Juan National Forest, said a...

DATE: June 12, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mesa Verde license plates approved by state Legislature

Mesa Verde National Park has a rich history filled with tales of those who braved the cold winters and dry summers to survive. Next year, Colorado drivers will have the opportunity to pay tribute...

DATE: June 12, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Swiftwater rescue team enters its busy season

Waterways are running at near-peak levels this week after the San Juan Mountains received above-average snowfall this winter. The high water can be an allure to river users, but also a danger for...

DATE: June 12, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

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