Briefs

Pine River Library to celebrate World Water Day in March

The library will offer a “Be a Water Detective” kit for children, which includes PH testing strips, instructions for water…

San Juan Mountains Association opens summer camp registration

The five-day, outdoor summer camps allows children to explore and learn about the natural world while making new friends and…

Sonflower Christian Preschool opens registration

Sonflower offer a play-based curriculum with outdoor learning opportunities for children ages 2Â½ to 5 years old. For more information,…

La Plata Quilters Guild to meet

Participants are asked to wear a mask. Bring a snack and an alcohol-free beverage. Participation is limited to 30 participants.

Aidan Shaffer named to dean’s list

Biola students are placed on the dean’s list to honor those with a GPA of 3.6 or higher while enrolled…

Local libraries host “Mediterranean and DASH Diet” via Zoom

Nicole Clark from La Plata County CSU Extension will discuss The Mediterranean Diet, which refers to a pattern of eating…

Great Decisions Durango to hold discussion

Moderator Dr. Paul DeBell will present background materials and a film by the Foreign Policy Association and lead participants in…

Adult Education Center to offer spring ESL, GED classes

All classes are free and will meet online over Zoom, Monday to Friday. Morning, afternoon and evening sessions allow students…

Reprieve to host online fundraising silent auction for Carol Clark

The community has gathered an extensive collection of art, products and services in support of fundraising efforts for Clark. To…

Vaccine clinic Friday, Saturday in Durango to offer single-dose Johnson & Johnson

Residents who are eligible, including those who are newly eligible under the stateâ€™s Phase 1B.3, may schedule a no-cost vaccine…

Virtual wireless technology risk seminar to be held Monday

The U.S. National Toxicology Program has found cellphone radiation causes cancer and DNA damage. Additional peer-reviewed, published studies link wireless…

San Juan Basin Archaeological Society meeting to address preservation in the East

After a brief business meeting, Kelley Berliner will present a talk, “The Archaeological Conservancy’s Preservation Efforts in the East: From…

Webinar to address cleaning, sanitizing on farms

Attendees will learn about appropriate cleaning and sanitizing practices for food-contact surfaces on a farm operation. The webinar is hosted…

Free farm labor management series to be held virtually

The series will present recent research and Extension projects focusing on labor management and decision-making on small- and mid-sized produce…

Arts and Entertainment

Sorrel Sky Gallery to represent David Yarrow

Yarrow is known his oversized, monochromatic images. Both his Wild West and Wildlife series will be available at Sorrel Sky…

March 4, 2021 • Herald Staff Writer

City to host third week of Durango Grit Gatherings

Support the local business and restaurant community. Pick up takeout dining and enjoy live music with local musician Bailey Barnes.…

March 4, 2021 • Herald Staff Writer

Atmos Energy Pipe Replacement Project begins in Durango

The 2021 project plans encompass three distinct geographical areas in Durango. Each project outlined below will be staggered to minimize…

March 4, 2021 • Herald Staff Writer

San Juan Basin Public Health announces large-scale vaccine clinics

SJBPH encourages all residents who are eligible, including those who are newly eligible under the stateâ€™s Phase 1B.3, to get…

Adult education

GED, ESL classes offered in Durango, Cortez

All classes are free and will meet online over Zoom, Mondays to Fridays. Morning, afternoon, and evening sessions are offered.…

Residents invited to share feedback about city water supply

The city’s water master plan analyzes water-supply needs and sets priorities for improvements to the water system. The plan also…

San Juan Health Partners clinics enact limited visitor policy

The new policies are: One patient advocate may attend the visit with the patient.Patient advocates must be screened (current symptom,…

Business

Community Foundation Serving Soutwest Colorado provides grant funds to help microloan funds go further

These grant funds were made available through the Community Foundationâ€™s ongoing commitment to economic and environmental recovery in northern La…

Business

Valkyrie Medical and Aesthetics & Integral Medicine announces new location

The move stems from growth of both businesses in the last year. The new space will enable both providers and…