Local Briefs

Blood drive to be held Wednesday
Local News

Blood drive to be held Wednesday

May 20, 2019

People who donate will be entered to win a Harley-Davidson Iron 883 Sportster. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2JPHkBw.

City of Durango offers $5 utility bill credit
Local News

City of Durango offers $5 utility bill credit

May 20, 2019

Collection reminders are available by email, phone or text. Residents who sign up online will also receive recycling tips and notification of special collections, holiday schedule changes and unanticipated service…

Statewide seat belt enforcement campaign begins
Local News

Statewide seat belt enforcement campaign begins

May 20, 2019

This is the largest seat-belt enforcement period of the year and runs from May 20 to June 2. The campaign supports the agency’s effort to reduce the number of deaths…

Heartwood Cohousing to host potluck
Community

Heartwood Cohousing to host potluck

May 17, 2019

The fourth Friday potlucks allow those interested in Heartwood Cohousing to get acquainted with the community. Take a tour and then enjoy happy hour and a potluck dinner. Bring a…

Mercy awarded for patient experience
Health

Mercy awarded for patient experience

May 17, 2019

This distinction recognizes Mercy, which is part of the Centura Health network, as being among the top 10% of hospitals nationwide for patient experience, according to Healthgrades, the leading online…

Fairgrounds Speedway to open this weekend
Community

Fairgrounds Speedway to open this weekend

May 17, 2019

The racing season will kick off this weekend at Montezuma Fairgrounds Speedway.The Journal file Montezuma Fairgrounds Speedway will open for the season this weekend from 5 to 11 p.m. Friday…

Trails 2000 to host trail work in Three Springs
Southwest Life

Trails 2000 to host trail work in Three Springs

May 17, 2019

No experience is necessary. Trails 2000 crew leaders will provide instructions, a safety tool talk, tools, gloves and water and snacks for volunteers. Participants should wear closed-toe shoes or boots,…

Manna to participate in Taste of Durango
Community

Manna to participate in Taste of Durango

May 16, 2019

The nonprofit will distribute free mini cookies to kids and sell its signature cookie. Information will be available about Manna’s Take-Home Backpack Program. To help feed children in need outside…

Ride transit for free to Taste of Durango
Local News

Ride transit for free to Taste of Durango

May 16, 2019

A free shuttle between the La Plata County Fairgrounds and the Durango Transit Center will run about every 20 minutes from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All Durango Transit routes…

Durango Daybreak Rotary to meet
Community

Durango Daybreak Rotary to meet

May 16, 2019

The meeting’s presenter will be Tom Stritikus, president of Fort Lewis College. All are welcome. For more information, visit www.durangodaybreakrotary.org or www.facebook.com/groups/durangodaybreak.

High Noon Rotary to meet
Community

High Noon Rotary to meet

May 16, 2019

Leaders from Animas High School will be providing information about the evolution of and current status of the school. Community members are welcome to attend. Lunch is will available for…

Durango Public Library to host happiness class
Community

Durango Public Library to host happiness class

May 16, 2019

Meiering is a local certified mindfulness teacher and professional life coach. This is a free talk. No registration is necessary. All are welcome. For more information, call 749-3019.

City announces weed abatement schedule
Local News

City announces weed abatement schedule

May 16, 2019

Areas that will be treated for noxious weeds are: Cundiff Park, city open space in the 200 block of Parker Avenue, city open space adjacent to the Animas River Trail,…

Taste of Durango to take place Sunday
Arts and Entertainment

Taste of Durango to take place Sunday

May 16, 2019

Taste of Durango will feature local craft breweries, artisan cocktails, and countless samples from Durango’s restaurants. There will also be music and dancing,. The Taste of Durango is produced, managed…

Stillwater Music to host Party in the Park
Arts and Entertainment

Stillwater Music to host Party in the Park

May 16, 2019

More than 90 students from Stillwater Music and Durango Arts Center will perform music on the big stage. Music will range from pop, rock and funk to blues, jazz and…

Animas Valley Grange to host drought landscaping talk
Southwest Life

Animas Valley Grange to host drought landscaping talk

May 16, 2019

Darrin Parmenter, director of the La Plata County Extension Office, will discuss: How to moderate the effects of drought by understanding the interactions between water and soil.How to conserve and…

Navajo State Park to host boating safety talk
Local News

Navajo State Park to host boating safety talk

May 15, 2019

Park staff will explain boating regulations and safety rules and demonstrate proper use of personal flotation devices. The park will also have paddleboards available. A local company will have small…

Lunch & Learn examines direct primary care
Business

Lunch & Learn examines direct primary care

May 15, 2019

Searfus operates Mountain View Family HealthCare as a direct primary care practice. She will offer information based on her experience as well as offering information from business owners who contract…

QuickBooks seminar offered
Business

QuickBooks seminar offered

May 15, 2019

Introduction to QuickBooks Desktop will be taught by Laura Hokanson. It will be offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday in the Community Room at TBK Bank. Introduction to…

Paper shredding offered May 22
Business

Paper shredding offered May 22

May 15, 2019

The Durango Chamber of Commerce will sponsor Shred Day from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the chamber, 2301 Main Ave.Durango Herald file A limit of four boxes per household…

Waterstone Mortgage opens new office with Christal Dye
Business

Waterstone Mortgage opens new office with Christal Dye

May 15, 2019

Dyedu1-i-syn Waterstone Mortgage values individual goals and strives to provide transparent, pro-active communication throughout the loan process and homebuying experience. Call Dye and the Waterstone Mortgage team at 403-4946 or…

Tafoya Barrett and Associates PC welcomes new partner
Business

Tafoya Barrett and Associates PC welcomes new partner

May 15, 2019

Kooi has been with the firm for two years, coming to Durango from Fort Collins, where she spent more than 18 years working with small businesses, individuals and not-for-profit organizations…