Briefs

First United Methodists to offer ‘The Gospel According to Dogs’

du1-i-syn Sermons will celebrate and explore through scripture the companionship between dogs and their owners and how dogs demonstrate important…

May 19, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Religion

Dharma center to offer beginning meditation class

du1-i-syn The class will include an experiential introduction to meditation and the Buddhaâ€™s teachings. Participants will have an opportunity to…

May 19, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Religion

First Baptist to hold ‘Celebration Sunday’

du1-i-syn For more information, call 247-0624.

May 19, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Local News

La Plata County seeks public comment about proposed district boundaries

du1-i-syn Maps detailing the proposed changes are available at the La Plata County Clerkâ€™s Office, 98 Everett St., Suite C.…

May 19, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Education

Durango Adult Education Center to hold GED graduation

du1-i-syn The commencement speaker will be Travis Johansen, distribution manager at Ballantine Communications Inc. and a GED graduate. All are…

May 19, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Local News

San Juan Basin Public Health leader earns fellowship at Aspen Institute

Jollondu1-i-syn The fellowship invests in visionary leaders in an effort to make Colorado the best place to have a child…

May 18, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Local News

Street-repaving project scheduled in Durango

du1-i-syn Work is expected to be completed by the end of June. Drivers are encouraged to follow detour signs, no-parking…

May 18, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Local News

Free mulch-loading to be offered in Bayfield

du1-i-syn The Convenience Center accepts dry, brown yard waste, including tree trimmings, slash and tree trunks up to 8 inches…

May 18, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Education

Mountain Middle School eighth-graders to present exhibits at powerhouse

du1-i-syn Students studied light and sound to create the exhibition, which includes educational signs that explain concepts, a description of…

May 18, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Health

Registration open for stress-reduction workshops

du1-i-syn Cost is $45 per session or $150 for the series. To register, call Phyllis Ceglia at 739-8803.

May 18, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Business

Local psychotherapist earns master’s

Rosedu1-i-syn To contact Rose, visit www.summitpsychology.net.

May 17, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Business

Chamber of Commerce wins award

Durango Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Durango Area Association of Realtors, La Plata County Energy Council and the Home…

May 17, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Business

Russell Planning and Engineering adds one to team

Thompsondu1-i-syn Thompson is from Pennsylvania, graduated from Drexel University with a psychology degree and enrolled in engineering classes at Fort…

May 17, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Business

4CORE hires new program manager

Birkdu1-i-syn Birk graduated from University of Colorado at Boulder with a business administration degree, has experience in solar installations for…

May 17, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Business

Free bankruptcy clinic to be held at Pine River Library

Pine River Times file An attorney from Colorado Legal Services will discuss the Colorado bankruptcy laws and procedures. Participants will…

May 17, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Education

Sunnyside Elementary to host book fair, superhero day

Durango Herald file A book fair will be held in the Sunnyside Branch Library from May 18 to May 23.A…

May 17, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Education

Phi Kappa Phi inducts two Southwest Colorado students

du1-i-syn McMillan was initiated at University of the Pacific, and Daniel was initiated at Colorado State University.

May 17, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Local News

Wolfwood Refuge to visit Three Springs

du1-i-syn Two educational talks will be offered at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. in the green space. The event is…

May 16, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Local News

Commissioner Westendorff to hold public office hours

du1-i-syn For more information, call the La Plata County Commissionersâ€™ Office at 382-6219.

May 16, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Food

Durango Farmers Market begins; others approaching

Durango Herald file The Durango Farmers Market began on Saturday. It will be held every Saturday from 8 a.m. (9…

May 16, 2017 • Herald Staff Report

Southwest Life

Four Corners Horticulture Conference to be held in June at Fort Lewis College

Durango Herald file Classes will cover an array of topics, such as water-wise ground-covers and plants, award-winning annuals, native and…

May 16, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Education

P.E.O. chapter awards scholarships to local students

du1-i-syn The two students were chosen for academic achievement, leadership ability, drive to create positive change and their dedication to…

May 16, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Education

Local high school graduate receives doctorate in economics

du1-i-syn Sargent was born in Durango and attended Park Elementary School, Needham Elementary School, Miller Middle School and Durango High…

May 16, 2017 • Herald Staff Writer

Food

Durango-based authors to launch anti-cancer diet book

A $40 ticket includes a signed copy of the book, appetizers and a chance to chat with the authors. Tickets…

May 15, 2017 • Herald Staff Report