Local Briefs

Powerhouse to host showing of “Gather at the River”
Community

Powerhouse to host showing of “Gather at the River”

February 21, 2020

There will be free local beer and whiskey tastings while learning about community approaches to tackling statewide water issues. A cash bar will be available. Register online at www.rmpbs.org/events/waterweek.

La Plata Family Center seeks help with study
Community

La Plata Family Center seeks help with study

February 21, 2020

Families with children are invited to join the study. Participants will answer questions about themselves and their family at La Plata Family Center, 150 Tech Center Drive, Suite A. Participants…

Music in the Mountains seeks board members
Community

Music in the Mountains seeks board members

February 21, 2020

Music in the Mountains board members are charged with working collaboratively to direct and support a well-established organization. Board members are community members and professionals who come together to make…

Census Bureau hiring fair comes to Farmington
New Mexico

Census Bureau hiring fair comes to Farmington

February 20, 2020

The Census Bureau is hiring for census employees in Farmington, Kirtland, Flora Vista, the Navajo Lake area and Blanco. Computers and assistance will be available for those interested in applying.…

Pine River Library seeks feedback with survey
Pine River Times news

Pine River Library seeks feedback with survey

February 20, 2020

The short survey will help the library align library services and future goals with the needs (and dreams) of the community. Stop by the library and fill out a paper…

School district announces events
Education

School district announces events

February 20, 2020

3-4 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. Tuesday: Parent reading and spelling night at Fort Lewis Mesa in Mrs. Wiebel’s classroom. Open to all Fort Lewis Mesa parents who would like help…

City opens applications for citizen’s police academy
Community

City opens applications for citizen’s police academy

February 20, 2020

The academy increases citizens’ understanding of police work and law enforcement’s role in the criminal justice system. Durango Police Officers, civilian employees and community partners teach sessions on a variety…

Four Corners Prostate Cancer Support Group to meet
Community

Four Corners Prostate Cancer Support Group to meet

February 20, 2020

Anyone with prostate issues, prostate cancer diagnosis or post prostate cancer treatment concerns is welcome to attend. The guest speaker will be Janet Wilson of Mercy Medical Physical Therapy who…

Mountain Middle School enrollment to close Feb. 28
Education

Mountain Middle School enrollment to close Feb. 28

February 20, 2020

Families may enroll in the annual lottery at www.mountainmiddleschool.org. Economically disadvantaged students will receive preference in the March 4 lottery by being entered twice. Economically disadvantaged students are identified through…

La Plata Conservation District offers scholarships
Education

La Plata Conservation District offers scholarships

February 20, 2020

Applications are available at the Natural Resources Conservation Service office, 31 Suttle St., the La Plata County Fairgrounds Extension Office and the counseling offices at Durango, Bayfield and Ignacio high…

VFW Post 4031 raising money for kitchen remodel
Community

VFW Post 4031 raising money for kitchen remodel

February 20, 2020

After the upgrade, the VFW will be better able to host fundraisers, such as Veterans’ Breakfast, Friday night fundraisers and special event lunches. In addition, community members will be able…

Los Pinos Fire District community meeting to address mill levy
Pine River Times news

Los Pinos Fire District community meeting to address mill levy

February 19, 2020

The meeting will discuss the upcoming mill levy election in May. For more information about the election, visit www.lospinosfire.com/election. For more information about the meeting, call Larry or Trish Corman…

Winter tree watering necessary during drought
Southwest Life

Winter tree watering necessary during drought

February 19, 2020

The Colorado State Forest Service offers these winter-watering tips: Water when it is warm, when snow has melted off and the temperature is above 40 degrees.Water a wide area to…

Mesa Verde National Park to host winter festival Feb. 28
Southwest Life

Mesa Verde National Park to host winter festival Feb. 28

February 19, 2020

Participants will explore Mesa Verde’s Morefield Campground and the Meadow Bliss and Cottontail Loop trails in the moonlight by snowshoe or skis. The park will also host night sky viewing,…

County commissioner Westendorff to hold office hours Feb. 20
Pine River Times news

County commissioner Westendorff to hold office hours Feb. 20

February 18, 2020

Commissioner Westendorff appreciates the feedback she has received from people in the Bayfield area during her previous office hours and is looking forward to meeting with Bayfield area residents again…

Hunter education instructors needed in Durango area
Southwest Life

Hunter education instructors needed in Durango area

February 17, 2020

Hunter education prepares new hunters to go into the field. The classes provide instruction on regulations, firearms safety, how to hunt and wildlife management. Completing a hunter education class is…