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Spring is in the hair

Spring is in the hair

It’s a great time to work on your horse skills and relationship with your horse

March 22, 2026 • Jenny Johnston — The Western Chronicles

Congress rejects land protections

Congress rejects land protections

Over the past year, Congress has increasingly turned to a previously obscure legislative tool called the Congressional Review Act in…

March 21, 2026 • Mark Pearson — San Juan Citizens Alliance

Support Local Youth at the La Plata County 4-H Community Garage Sale

Support Local Youth at the La Plata County 4-H Community Garage Sale

Spring has arrived, and for many of us that means it’s time to clean out closets, garages and storage spaces.…

March 21, 2026 • Angela Fountain — La Plata County Extension Office

Seven foods that naturally lower cortisol and support belly fat loss

Strength in Well-being

Seven foods that naturally lower cortisol and support belly fat loss

Many people exercise consistently, try to eat well and still struggle with stubborn belly fat that refuses to go away.…

March 17, 2026 • Ashley Lucas — Staff reporter

When the body speaks: Understanding inflammation and your diet

When the body speaks: Understanding inflammation and your diet

For years we have heard inflammation described as the villain when it comes to our health. Yet inflammation itself is…

March 11, 2026 • Fran Sutherlin — Staff reporter