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Reynolds Ash + Associates Architecture & Engineering promotes Elizabeth Boone to principal

Boone was recently awarded Graduate of the Last Decade from her alama mater Ball State University’s College of Architecture and…

Local governments to apply for funding to assist small business

If awarded, the governmental organization with which the business is registered will accept applications from businesses with gross revenues less…

Pediatric Associates of Durango announces new provider

Millerdu1-i-syn Miller grew up on the Front Range and has been practicing pediatrics in Colorado for five years since finishing…

New Spectrum store now open in Durango

New Spectrum store opens in Durango.Courtesy Spectrum The store is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday…

Pine River Library to host discussion on fad diets

In “Fad Diets, Demystified,” local dietitian and digestive wellness coach Fran Sutherlin will explain fad diets and the three key…

Colorado Independent Redistricting Commissions seeks applicants

Applications will be accepted beginning Monday. To apply, visit www.redistricting.colorado.gov.

Farmington Metropolitan Planning Organization to host virtual open houses

The plan will examine regional transportation issues and develop a vision for meeting long-term needs across all modes of transportation.…

San Juan Basin Archaeological Society to host virtual meeting

Richard Jenkinson will present “Rock art of Dinetah: Stories of heroes and healing.” Jenkinson spent 14 years teaching high school…

American General Media to host school supply drive

This is a drive for the La Plata Family Centers Coalition to help families that need school supplies for the…

Emmett Stottlemyer earns spring dean’s list honors

Full-time students who complete 12 or more credits per semester and earn a grade point average of 3.4 or higher…

Emily Wickes named Emory & Henry Scholar-Athlete

Included on this year’s team is Emily Wickes of Hesperus of the Intermont Equestrian team.

Students honored on the dean’s list at Baylor University

Students honored on the dean’s list are Baylor undergraduates with a minimum semester grade-point average of 3.7 with no grade…

Tymbree Hawkins named to spring dean’s list

The Good Food Collective matches trees and harvesters

The platform specializes in matchmaking fruit trees with harvesters to eliminate food waste, reduce bear-human conflict and fight hunger. For…

Purgatory to host Carve Wars

Carve Wars showcases the artistry of competitive chainsaw carving. Chainsaw artists will compete for prizes and awards while performing live…

Second Avenue Consignments now open

The store accepts consignments of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing. They offer quality clothing and housewares for affordable prices.

Tomsic Physical Therapy hires Blake Pech as marketing coordinator

Pechdu1-i-syn Originally from Denver, Pech came to Durango in 2015 to attend Fort Lewis College. He graduated in the spring…

Columbine Landscapes hires second landscape designer

Carrasdu1-i-syn Matt Carras is an Arizona native with a bachelor’s in graphic design and masters degree in landscape architecture from…

Cooperative Coffees awarded the Specialty Coffee Association’s Sustainability Award

The award acknowledges leaders in the specialty coffee industry who guide the way with green initiatives. Coop Coffees has been…

Durango Farmers Marekt celebrates resiliency for National Farmers Market Week

National Farmers Market Week is an annual celebration of farmers markets coordinated by the Farmers Market Coalition, a membership-based 503(c)3…

Fenceline releases new red-fleshed cider in Colorado, Arizona

Maggie Corson and Sam Perry offer samples of Fenceline Cider’s beverages in 2019 at the Durango Farmers Market.Nick Gonzales/Durango Herald…

Chimney Rock Interpretative Association offers flora tour Aug. 6

The tour travels up to the two pinnacles and examines the variety of flora observable on the way up to…

Edible plant hikes offered Aug. 8, Aug. 15

Participants will sample the bounty of nature while getting outside, meeting new people and experiencing the beauty of the outdoors.…

Durango Adult Education Center director to address Rotary Club

The talk will include current information about the center, serving students’ needs during COVID-19 and challenges as it moves into…