Briefs

May 3, 2019 • Herald Staff Writer

Letter carriers to host Stamp Out Hunger food drive

Donations collected locally go directly to food pantries in Colorado. Last year, 71.6 million pounds of food was collected nationally.…

Arts and Entertainment

La Plata Quilters Guild to meet

The program for this meeting will be Seminole Piecing, presented by Susan Smith. Smith is an award-winning quilter from the…

Arts and Entertainment

Durango Dancing with the Stars to be held Saturday

Similar to the popular TV show, nine local Durango dance duos will perform. The event will raise money for Durango…

Arts and Entertainment

Ballet Folklorico to host Cinco de Mayo celebration

The event will feature live dance performances, childrenâ€™s activities, and dance music for all ages. The celebration is free and…

Chapman Hill to host Disco Night

On Saturday, a new public skating time will be offered from 6:30 to 9 p.m. with a light show and…

Home buyer education class Saturday

Participants must purchase a $15 workbook. Only one workbook per household is necessary. The workbook fee will be paid through…

City announces Animas River Trail maintenance

This section of trail will remain open during construction. Trail users will be required to detour along the shoulder of…

May 1, 2019 • Herald Staff Writer

Business

Wells Group agent honored

With over 1.3 million Realtors in the country, Osborn said he is honored to be recognized by such a prestigious…

Business

Business After Hours will be May 16

Wine will be provided by Fox Fire Farms and food will be from The Yellow Carrot. The business networking event…

May 1, 2019 • Herald Staff Writer

Business

Mountain Bike Specialists staff member receives accreditation

The goal of this training was to develop skills that will benefit customers. MBS believes in investing in continued education…

May 1, 2019 • Herald Staff Writer

Food

Steamworks to tap Pineapple Express firkin

du1-i-syn For this firkin, Steamwork’s brewers started with a base of the Sultan of Stoke, the brewery’s New England style…

April 30, 2019 • Herald Staff Report

BID to host Spring Red Balloon event

More than 40 merchants will participate, offering activities, games, events, shopping and more. Participate in a Passport Program to win…

Escalante Middle School rocketry team advances to national finals

Students will compete against other teams at the National Finals, taking place May 18 in Northern Virginia. In addition to…

Purpose Drive Project to host charity golf tournament

All proceeds will benefit children “aging out” of foster care by providing housing, job skills and life skills through The…

Durango Harley-Davidson to sponsor Unity Run and Rally for suicide awareness

Capping off the ride will be a rally at Durango Harley-Davidson with a car/motorcycle show, live music, guest speakers, vendors,…

Local woman to receive degree from Mount Olive

She enrolled at UMO in fall 2014 as an accounting major and leadership minor. Wright is set to graduate from…

Local Rotarian receives award

The award recognizes Williams for his devotion and exemplary efforts within the organization and community and his embodiment of Rotary’s…

Powerhouse Science Center announces summer camps

Thirty camps are available for children ages 3-17. Campers will learn about woodworking, animals, renewable energy, engineering, space and much…

Durango High School to sponsor job, career fair

Students will have the opportunity to meet potential employers; learn about opportunities and the hiring process; and make their best…

Animas Valley and local middle schools to host mix and mingle

The PTO will sponsor the event with coffee and burritos from Hermosa Grill. Attending the event will be Shane Voss,…

Durango Farmers Market to open

The farmer’s market will be open every weekend from May 11 to Oct. 26. The farmers market will celebrate Mother’s…

Aztec Strong offers local scholarships

This year, two scholarships will be offered to Durango High School students. Fort Lewis College will also offer a four-year…