Briefs

Animas Valley Grange to host presentation on soil health

This talk is intended for homeowners, gardeners, ranchers and farmers and will be presented by a panel from James Ranch,…

February 21, 2020

New Mexico

Census Bureau hiring fair comes to Farmington

The Census Bureau is hiring for census employees in Farmington, Kirtland, Flora Vista, the Navajo Lake area and Blanco. Computers…

February 20, 2020

Pine River Times news

Pine River Library seeks feedback with survey

The short survey will help the library align library services and future goals with the needs (and dreams) of the…

February 20, 2020

Arts and Entertainment

Seasons Rotisserie & Grill to host “Burning Down the House” annual benefit to thank and support Durango’s emergency responders

This year, Seasons Executive Chef Shane Lovelady and the team will maintain the “fire” theme creating special dinner menu items…

February 20, 2020

Community

Farmington Public Library hosts thinking money for kids exhibit provided by national grant

Thinking Money for Kids is an interactive exhibit that uses games, activities and a storyline to help children understand what…

February 20, 2020

Education

School district announces events

3-4 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. Tuesday: Parent reading and spelling night at Fort Lewis Mesa in Mrs. Wiebelâ€™s classroom. Open…

February 20, 2020

Community

City opens applications for citizen’s police academy

The academy increases citizens’ understanding of police work and law enforcement’s role in the criminal justice system. Durango Police Officers,…

February 20, 2020

Community

Mt. Allison Grange to host Bunco party

The potluck will begin at 1 p.m. with Bunco after. The community is invited. For more information, email [email protected], visit…

February 20, 2020

Community

Four Corners Prostate Cancer Support Group to meet

Anyone with prostate issues, prostate cancer diagnosis or post prostate cancer treatment concerns is welcome to attend. The guest speaker…

February 20, 2020

Education

EPA awards grant to Fort Lewis College team for innovative technology project

Fort Lewis College students will receive $24,864 to develop a Field-Deployable Droplet Digital PCR System for the Rapid Detection of…

February 20, 2020

Education

Mountain Middle School enrollment to close Feb. 28

Families may enroll in the annual lottery at www.mountainmiddleschool.org. Economically disadvantaged students will receive preference in the March 4 lottery…

February 20, 2020

Education

La Plata Conservation District offers scholarships

Applications are available at the Natural Resources Conservation Service office, 31 Suttle St., the La Plata County Fairgrounds Extension Office…

February 20, 2020

Community

VFW Post 4031 raising money for kitchen remodel

After the upgrade, the VFW will be better able to host fundraisers, such as Veteransâ€™ Breakfast, Friday night fundraisers and…

February 20, 2020

Local News

La Plata County Humane Society to host adoption marathon

All dog adoption fees for puppies, adults and seniors will be 50% off during the marathon. In addition to finding…

February 19, 2020

Pine River Times news

Los Pinos Fire Protection District to host meetings about mill levy

The next meetings will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at Mount Allison Grange and Saturday, Feb.…

February 19, 2020

Pine River Times news

Los Pinos Fire District community meeting to address mill levy

The meeting will discuss the upcoming mill levy election in May. For more information about the election, visit www.lospinosfire.com/election. For…

February 19, 2020

Local News

Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission announces Southwest Colorado stakeholder meeting

COGCC Director Jeff Robbins will provide an overview of the commission’s rulemaking required by Senate Bill 19-181 and take public…

February 19, 2020

Southwest Life

Winter tree watering necessary during drought

The Colorado State Forest Service offers these winter-watering tips: Water when it is warm, when snow has melted off and…

February 19, 2020

Southwest Life

Mesa Verde National Park to host winter festival Feb. 28

Participants will explore Mesa Verde’s Morefield Campground and the Meadow Bliss and Cottontail Loop trails in the moonlight by snowshoe…

February 19, 2020

Pine River Times news

Heartfelt Communication Workshop to be held Feb. 20 at library

Communication can be tricky. People sincerely want to connect, understand and contribute in meaningful ways. Many things can get in…

February 18, 2020

Pine River Times news

County commissioner Westendorff to hold office hours Feb. 20

Commissioner Westendorff appreciates the feedback she has received from people in the Bayfield area during her previous office hours and…

February 18, 2020

Southwest Life

Hunter education instructors needed in Durango area

Hunter education prepares new hunters to go into the field. The classes provide instruction on regulations, firearms safety, how to…

February 17, 2020

New Mexico

San Juan Regional Medical Center offers advice to protect against coronavirus

Symptoms of the coronavirus include fever, cough, difficulty breathing and shortness of breath. Since the virus is known to spread…

February 17, 2020

Local News

Life-Long Learning Lecture Series to present talk about masculinity

FLC history professor Michael Martin will look at how society understands and expects masculinity to be performed and attributed, primarily…

February 17, 2020