photos by Stephen Eginoire

Theres no escaping it ... holiday cheer is lurking around every corner. And as folks ramp up the merry-making, bounteous supplies of Christmas spirit can be found all over town. Heres a look as Durango embraces yet another yule tide season.

A posse of carolers sing a jolly tune at the Diamond Belle Saloon recently. Salvation Army bell ringer Nicole Blake enjoys the unseasonably warm bell-ringing conditions. A show of lights on Main Avenue help spread the holiday cheer and dispell any lingering winter darkness doldrums

 

In this week's issue...

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Let it snow

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December 18, 2025
Look, but don't take

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December 11, 2025
Big plans

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