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Mercy Regional Medical Center welcomes radiation oncologist
Health

Mercy Regional Medical Center welcomes radiation oncologist

November 13, 2019

Kelly specializes in radiation therapy and brachytherapy. He is fellowship-trained in interstitial and intracavitary brachytherapy. Kelly earned both his undergraduate and Doctor of Medicine degrees from McGill University in Montreal,…

Know Your Dough hosts The Money Game
Education

Know Your Dough hosts The Money Game

November 12, 2019

The program is linked to the Durango School District 9-R Personal Finance Performance Indicators for middle school students, which are included in state-mandated assessments. KYD is grateful to Consumers United…

Know Your Dough receives award
Education

Know Your Dough receives award

November 12, 2019

KYD is grateful for the $2,700 donation. The money will go toward providing financial literacy classes to middle school students in La Plata County for Know Your Dough Inc. The…

Strater to host artisan holiday gift show
Community

Strater to host artisan holiday gift show

November 12, 2019

Local artisans will present hand-crafted works in jewelry, fiber and metal arts, stained and fused glass, gourds and pottery. For more information, call 247-0235.

Bayfield church to kick off Operation Christmas Child
Religion

Bayfield church to kick off Operation Christmas Child

November 11, 2019

Operation Christmas Child is a global project that shares the true meaning of Christmas with children around the world. These gift-filled shoeboxes will contribute to the project’s global goal of…

Healthy holiday cooking class set for Nov. 13
Pine River Times news

Healthy holiday cooking class set for Nov. 13

November 11, 2019

Participants will learn how to lighten up a holiday menu with easy and tasty ingredient substitutions. Advance registration is required. For more information, call 884-2222, ext. 510.

Pine River Library to host Death Cafe on Nov. 13
Pine River Times news

Pine River Library to host Death Cafe on Nov. 13

November 11, 2019

A Death Cafe is a time and place where people come to share food, drink tea or coffee and discuss death openly and honestly. The aim is to increase awareness…

Farmington’s seeks public comment on comprehensive plan
Local News

Farmington’s seeks public comment on comprehensive plan

November 11, 2019

Phase 2 – Analysis and Opportunities, includes a community survey about three preliminary vision statements developed around amenities, connectivity and people. Possible opportunities for achieving each vision are included and…

Salvation Army seeks volunteer bell ringers
Local News

Salvation Army seeks volunteer bell ringers

November 11, 2019

Kettle donations are a source of financial support for those facing financial emergencies in the community. The Salvation Army earns enough funding to last the organization an entire year, and…

Community groups to host climate strike Friday
Southwest Life

Community groups to host climate strike Friday

November 11, 2019

Community members are invited to stand in support of youth climate activists and immediate action. This strike is a part of the worldwide Friday’s for Future Campaign. A warm beverage…

Columbine Landscapes promotes crew member
Business

Columbine Landscapes promotes crew member

November 10, 2019

Hefferandu1-i-syn Hefferan has been a part of the crew since 2017. Her leadership skills, refined attention to time management and planning have helped promote her to estimator/project coordinator. Her knowledge…

4Core welcomes new employees
Business

4Core welcomes new employees

November 10, 2019

Weston Medlock moved to Durango in early 2019, coming from Boone, North Carolina. Medlock is excited to apply his degree in sustainable development and nonprofit experience at 4Core. As program…

KYD receives financial award
Business

KYD receives financial award

November 10, 2019

The money will go toward funding financial literacy programs, presented by Know Your Dough Inc, at Miller Middle School and Bayfield Middle School. For more information, contact incoming Executive Director…

Leather cuff bracelet class offered
Arts and Entertainment

Leather cuff bracelet class offered

November 9, 2019

Make and take home one or two finished bracelets. All supplies will be donated, so class is limited to eight. The class will benefit Durango Friends of the Arts. Cost…

Marvel Grange to host soup bowl potluck supper
Community

Marvel Grange to host soup bowl potluck supper

November 9, 2019

Jake’s Farm will share information about its operation after the supper. Participants may bring a pot of soup to share, bread, crackers or dessert. Everyone is welcome.

San Juan National Forest offices closed for Veterans Day
Local News

San Juan National Forest offices closed for Veterans Day

November 8, 2019

The Forest Service participates in fee-free days with other federal agencies to commemorate holidays and encourage Americans to visit their public lands. Veterans Day is the final fee-free day for…