Local Briefs

Sophia Rhane to host debut single release party
New Mexico

Sophia Rhane to host debut single release party

January 22, 2020

Rhane’s debut song, “Crown” is now available and will be celebrated with a community party. The event is open to all. For more information, visit bit.ly/38Arp3t.

DHS student accepted into honors band
Arts and Entertainment

DHS student accepted into honors band

January 22, 2020

It was her fourth year in a row performing with the Advanced Honor Jazz Band. The group performed Jan. 11 in Grand Junction.

Library to show new ‘Lion King’ Friday
Pine River Times news

Library to show new ‘Lion King’ Friday

January 22, 2020

The program is free and free popcorn will be provided. The library shows new releases every fourth Friday of the month, with the 2019 “Downton Abbey” movie scheduled for February.…

High school students can learn about health care jobs
Health

High school students can learn about health care jobs

January 22, 2020

Workshops will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. either in-person or via Zoom live-stream video conferencing. These workshops will be offered: Jan. 29: Health care careers: Discovering opportunities and…

Fowler named to Hamilton College dean’s list
Education

Fowler named to Hamilton College dean’s list

January 21, 2020

To be named to the dean’s list, a student must have carried throughout the semester a course load of four or more graded credits with an average of 3.5 or…

Methodist Thrift Shop offers scholarships
Education

Methodist Thrift Shop offers scholarships

January 21, 2020

Applicants are considered on church involvement, leadership, community services, extracurricular activities and personal attributes. Interested people may pick up an application at the Methodist Thrift Shop, 986 East Second Ave.…

Mountain Middle School approves a weighted lottery
Education

Mountain Middle School approves a weighted lottery

January 21, 2020

These students will be assigned two lottery numbers that will be entered in the annual lottery held the first Wednesday in March. Families can also provide Mountain Middle School a…

Scholarship applications open
Education

Scholarship applications open

January 21, 2020

Any senior girl with at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average is eligible to apply for this $1,500 scholarship. All applicants are considered, although priority is given to applicants…

Powerhouse to host Snowdown costume contest
Community

Powerhouse to host Snowdown costume contest

January 21, 2020

There will be four prize categories. Registration will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Live music will be provided from the Garrett Young Collective. This is a 21 and older…

Snowdown announces Light Parade entry deadline
Local News

Snowdown announces Light Parade entry deadline

January 20, 2020

A float in the 2019 Snowdown Light Parade on Main Avenue. Entries for this year’s parade are due by 6 p.m. Thursday.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file The cost to register for…

Kindergarten readiness program set for Pine River Library
Pine River Times news

Kindergarten readiness program set for Pine River Library

January 20, 2020

The Early Childhood Council of La Plata County is partnering with Pine River Library to provide workshops for parents and informal caregivers and their preschool-age children before entering kindergarten. Workshops…

Stock market training offered to students
Business

Stock market training offered to students

January 19, 2020

Economic Literacy Colorado will present its free spring Stock Market Experience on Monday. The Stock Market Experience is a 10-week, robust, online investment simulation program that teaches third through 12th…

E-bikes meeting rescheduled for March 4
Local News

E-bikes meeting rescheduled for March 4

January 19, 2020

The Natural Lands Preservation, Parks and Recreation and Multimodal advisory boards are holding the meeting to discuss E-bikes on City of Durango natural surface trails. Public comments will be accepted.…

FLC to host Trey Duvall art show opening reception
Arts and Entertainment

FLC to host Trey Duvall art show opening reception

January 18, 2020

“Hat On A Hat” will be exhibited from Jan. 23 through Feb. 20. The exhibit explores tautologies, contradictions and absurdities to create an anti-spectacle that shifts emphasis away from the…

Womenade to meet Monday
Community

Womenade to meet Monday

January 17, 2020

Donations will help La Plata County women who are normally self-sufficient and are experiencing an unexpected financial hardship. All are welcome. For more information, contact the Women’s Resource Center 247-1242.

Snowdown event coordinators party to be held
Community

Snowdown event coordinators party to be held

January 17, 2020

This will be the only opportunity available for event coordinators to receive their requested event prizes and volunteer caps. Appetizers and a cash bar will be available. Local media representatives…