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Conceal carry class offered on Saturday
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Conceal carry class offered on Saturday

June 26, 2019

The class will teach skills and requirements needed to obtain a Colorado Conceal Carry permit. To attend, contact Holly Hott at 749-5968. Participants will need to provide a copy of…

Best Kind Ferments to offer local products
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Best Kind Ferments to offer local products

June 25, 2019

Best Kind Ferments currently makes four products: kimchi, turmeric kraut, ginger kraut and traditional sauerkraut. All are produced in Durango and are currently being sold at Nature’s Oasis and Durango…

Fraley named to Behavioral Health Task Force
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Fraley named to Behavioral Health Task Force

June 25, 2019

Fraleydu1-i-syn This task force will evaluate Colorado’s behavioral health system and author a statewide, strategic blueprint to reform the system with the goal of enabling every Coloradan experiencing behavioral health…

Pediatric Partners of the Southwest promotes Mandy Temple
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Pediatric Partners of the Southwest promotes Mandy Temple

June 25, 2019

Templedu1-i-syn In her new position, Temple will provide patient and family care support and pediatric home services, including PPSW portal and tele-medicine home visit access. Temple will be primarily located…

Durango resident’s son graduates basic training
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Durango resident’s son graduates basic training

June 25, 2019

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete…

Students named to dean’s list at Fort Lewis College
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Students named to dean’s list at Fort Lewis College

June 25, 2019

Durango: Harrison Abel, Josiah Arnold, Sophia Brainard, Nicholas Brandau, Kyla Candelaria, Dylan Carrasco-Songer, Orion Clay, Natalea Cohen, Brittan Collins, Paris Cutler, Eli Dickinson, Kacey Diehl, Kaleigh Dixson, Alexandra Dobbs, Katelyn…

Patten graduated basic military training
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Patten graduated basic military training

June 25, 2019

Pattendu1-i-syn The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who…

Consumer agency offers summer safety tips
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Consumer agency offers summer safety tips

June 25, 2019

Pool safety Drowning remains the leading cause of unintentional death among children ages 1 to 4 and the second leading cause among children ages 5-14. Never leave a child unattended…

CDOT seeks comments on traffic problems
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CDOT seeks comments on traffic problems

June 25, 2019

Comments can be submitted online and at public county meetings, telephone town halls and local community events to be held in various locations throughout the summer. To submit a comment…

Wiley named to dean’s list
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Wiley named to dean’s list

June 25, 2019

To be placed on the dean’s list, the student must be a full-time undergraduate and have a 3.5 grade point average for the semester. A total of 531 students earned…

Local Marine receives Meritorious Service Medal
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Local Marine receives Meritorious Service Medal

June 25, 2019

Fialadu1-i-syn Fiala was instrumental in transforming thinking about aircraft and aircrew readiness and readiness reporting across the Marine Corps. Fiala alone conveyed aviation’s specific efforts to link dollars and readiness.…

Local resident graduates Space Academy
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Local resident graduates Space Academy

June 25, 2019

This program is specifically designed for trainees who have a passion for space exploration. Bryce spent the week training with a team that flew a simulated space mission to the…

Local student named to dean’s list
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Local student named to dean’s list

June 25, 2019

Students named to the dean’s list were enrolled in a full-time course load (12 or more graded credits). High honors are awarded to students who earn a semester grade point…

Classic bike ride to take place Sunday
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Classic bike ride to take place Sunday

June 25, 2019

This is a low-key, no drop, retro ride that will loosely follow Eroica bicycle eligibility rules. Anyone with a steel bike, or who has an interest in classic bicycles, is…

Summer house concerts begin Friday in Bayfield
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Summer house concerts begin Friday in Bayfield

June 25, 2019

Enjoy an evening of music in an intimate setting. The following concerts will be offered: June 28: Contemporary jazz with The Rec TrioJuly 19: Acoustic folk with Tom KlemaAug. 23:…

CDOT announces bike to work day
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CDOT announces bike to work day

June 24, 2019

As a multi-modal agency, the Colorado Department of Transportation funds, builds, maintains, and adds amenities that enhance safety and improves the cycling experience for residents and tourists alike, including U.S.…

Gov. Polis orders flags lowered Tuesday
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Gov. Polis orders flags lowered Tuesday

June 24, 2019

Gov. Polis ordered flags lowered Tuesday to honor the passing of former Colorado legislator Tilman Bishop.Journal File Bishop died June 16 in Grand Junction. Services will be held on Tuesday.

Wilder Trio to perform at Durango Arts Center
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Wilder Trio to perform at Durango Arts Center

June 22, 2019

The trio features seasoned Los Angeles freelance musicians who perform with top professional musical ensembles, including the LA Philharmonic. The program will include the music of Andre Previn, Nino Rota…

Senior Center Calendar
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Senior Center Calendar

June 22, 2019

2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 Daily 2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 Billiards, reading, darts, TV, meal. Monday 9:30 a.m. Seated Tai Chi. 10 a.m. Intermediate Bridge Lesson. 10:15 a.m. WYS. 10:30 a.m.…

Fort Lewis College Calendar
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Fort Lewis College Calendar

June 22, 2019

Wednesday Discussion, Coffee and Conversation, noon to 1:30 p.m., Native American Center, Room 020, Student Union, cost: free, contact: 247-7221. “Fridamania: The Life, Art, & Cultural Legacy of Frida Kahlo,”…

Heartwood Cohousing to host potluck
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Heartwood Cohousing to host potluck

June 22, 2019

Heartwood Cohousing is a close-knit community located near Bayfield on 361 acres of pine forest, meadows and irrigated pastureland. The community will soon be adding more homes to the neighborhood.…

Durango High Noon Rotary to meet
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Durango High Noon Rotary to meet

June 21, 2019

The gavel will be passed from current president Jerome Bleger to new president Tami Joslin, as well as to other new club leaders. Community members are welcome. Lunch will be…