Briefs

Dumpster Beautification Project hires new director of operations

Hamnerdu1-i-syn Hamner has been painting murals and inspiring young artists in the Durango area for the past few years. He…

November 18, 2019

Business

Builders Hunter and Greg Mantell-Hecathorn honored at conference

For their home completed in the Glacier Club, Mantell-Hecathorn Builders were named the Grand Winners, the highest award in their…

November 15, 2019

Community

Wethington Holistic Arts to host body scrub workshop

Attendees will learn about which herbs are best for the skin and then learn how to make a salt-based and…

November 15, 2019

Southwest Life

Survey work to start at Sambrito Wetlands in Navajo State Park

The crew is authorized to ride OHVs through the area to do the work. Colorado Parks and Wildlife said there’s…

November 15, 2019

Community

Farmington Civic Center to host Two Hearts Wedding Expo

The Two Hearts Wedding Expo will feature dozens of local exhibitors. There will be representatives from every size and category…

November 15, 2019

Community

Farmington to host Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble

Participants are encouraged come in costume. Family activities such as childrenâ€™s carnival games, face painting, gobble contest and live music…

November 15, 2019

Community

iHeartMedia and the Salvation Army to host Ts for Turkeys

T’s for Turkeys is the largest fundraising event hosted by iHeartMedia and the Salvation Army, to help feed the local…

November 15, 2019

Local News

Durango/La Plata Senior Center to host turkey dinners

The community is invited to join the senior center for the dinners. Seating is limited to 80 people per meal.…

November 15, 2019

Community

Acclaimed disabled climber to speak to Rotary

Jukesâ€™ accomplishments include climbing Mount Everest and are a remarkable example of what physically disabled individuals may accomplish. His war…

November 15, 2019

Community

Student Achievement Center to host Holiday Child program

Those interested in sponsoring a child are invited to stop by Room 1604 or call (505) 566-3453. Gifts are due…

November 15, 2019

Community

Farmington Museum to host Dinosaur Discovery Day

There will be prehistoric crafts and activities for children and adults. Educators from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History…

November 15, 2019

Community

Durango opens drop-off site for international Christmas project

The Samaritan’s Purse project partners with local churches across the globe to deliver these tangible expressions of God’s love to…

November 15, 2019

Community

San Juan College to host charity bowl sale

Ceramic bowls made by San Juan College students and staff will be available for purchase for $10. Each purchased bowl…

November 15, 2019

Community

Mountain Studies Institute to host 416 Fire recovery celebration

Mayor Melissa Youssef will act as Master of Ceremonies of the celebration, and it will feature Rob Powell as the…

November 15, 2019

Local News

City-owned parking lots to close for tree maintenance

The closure schedule is: Monday, Nov. 18: Lot at 678 East Second Ave.Wednesday, Nov. 20: Lot at 742 East Second…

November 15, 2019

Local News

La Plata County commissioners seek board and commission members

Board of Review, Citizens Review Panel for Child Welfare Grievances, Durango Hills Road Improvement District Advisory Committee, Durango-La Plata County…

November 15, 2019

Local News

La Plata Electric to hold Fill the Bucket Food Drive

Donations may be dropped off for the Durango Food Bank for distribution to families and seniors throughout La Plata County…

November 14, 2019

Health

Durango to host opioid crisis regional forum

The forum will provide participants with an update about efforts related to opioid use disorder, medication-assisted treatment, opioid treatment programs…

November 14, 2019

Arts and Entertainment

Marilyn Garst to host concert

Appetizers will be offered during intermission and dessert and wine will be offered after the concert. Cost is $40 and…

November 14, 2019

Arts and Entertainment

Beads and Beyond seeks help with Christmas window

A crafting space as well as all the supplies needed will be set up during store hours for the next…

November 14, 2019

Local News

San Juan Regional Medical Center to host holiday food drive

Perishable items, such as turkeys or hams can be accepted at this event, along with cash or checks. The items…

November 14, 2019

Health

Animas Valley Grange to host Medicare for All talk

Attendees will find out more about one of the most important current issues by learning about the existing health care…

November 14, 2019

Local News

Hermosa Creek Road to close for season

Forest Road 578 is the main access to the Hermosa area, a popular location for hunting. Fourth rifle season started…

November 13, 2019

Arts and Entertainment

Amy’s Bookcase to host author Nancy Bo Flood

Flood has been a literacy advocate for many years on the Navajo reservation. She has written several children’s and young…

November 13, 2019