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Ignacio students to celebrate Cultures Coming Together
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Ignacio students to celebrate Cultures Coming Together

April 25, 2019

This year’s Cultures Coming Together participants with teacher Sherry Ann Marlowe. Students selected a culture to investigate and will present their findings to the community on April 26 at the…

Mantell-Hecathorn Builders adds to team
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Mantell-Hecathorn Builders adds to team

April 24, 2019

Doolin has been a licensed Contractor for over 25 years and worked in the industry for more than 30 years. After 17 years of successfully owning and operating his own…

Renovated 49 Lounge opens
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Renovated 49 Lounge opens

April 24, 2019

On Saturday, the 49 Lounge will show the running of the 145th Kentucky Derby on the new video wall. Also, on Saturday, Sky Ute Casino Resort will be having a…

Community Compassion Outreach announces new board members
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Community Compassion Outreach announces new board members

April 24, 2019

Daniel Morgenstern cofounded the Affordable Housing Task Force, leading to the creation of the Regional Housing Alliance (now HomesFund). He has served on numerous boards including Habitat for Humanity, the…

Downtown Colorado recognized Durango with award
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Downtown Colorado recognized Durango with award

April 24, 2019

DCI’s Governor’s Awards for Downtown Excellence recognize outstanding projects and people in Colorado that demonstrate creativity in the face of challenges, unlikely and enduring partnerships and dedication to community to…

SBDC to host Starting Your Business workshop
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SBDC to host Starting Your Business workshop

April 24, 2019

Starting a business can be challenging and uncertain. This course is designed to help you navigate through the steps needed to start a successful business. Presenters include a small business…

Durango Police to host Drug Take Back Day on Saturday
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Durango Police to host Drug Take Back Day on Saturday

April 24, 2019

Durango Police and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will give the public the opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused and…

Mercy to offer weight management class
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Mercy to offer weight management class

April 24, 2019

The classes will be led by Dr. Sarah Goodpastor, Marge Morris, Flow Wolf and Elaine Blackmer. Participants should register and complete a health history and lifestyle questionnaire before the first…

Grand Canyon Trust to host volunteer trip
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Grand Canyon Trust to host volunteer trip

April 24, 2019

Volunteer trip hosted by Grand Canyon Trustdu1-i-syn The Bureau of Land Management authorizes grazing on 7.8 million acres of public lands in Colorado. Impacts from grazing can be seen on…

Fiber gathering and knitting sale Saturday at library
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Fiber gathering and knitting sale Saturday at library

April 24, 2019

Participants should bring a fiber project to work on and/or recently finished projects for show and tell. Newcomers who want to learn and share are always welcome. Yarn, knitting books…

National Drug Take Back Day is Saturday
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National Drug Take Back Day is Saturday

April 24, 2019

Every year, there are 35 prescription drug deaths, and more than 200,000 people misuse prescription drugs – just in Colorado. You can help to lower that number by safely disposing…

Library to show ‘Aquaman’ on Friday
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Library to show ‘Aquaman’ on Friday

April 24, 2019

Come see the superhero action on the big screen. The program is free and there will be free popcorn for all as well. For more information, call 884-2222, ext. 510.

Mancos Public Library to host Brooke Smith
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Mancos Public Library to host Brooke Smith

April 23, 2019

Author Brooke Smith Mancos library visitdu1-i-syn Mancos Public Library will host a visit from author Brooke Smith from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, at Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First…

Heartwood Cohousing to host potluck
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Heartwood Cohousing to host potluck

April 23, 2019

Heartwood is located near Bayfield on 361 acres of pine forest, meadows and irrigated pastureland. More homes will soon be added to the neighborhood. A tour will be held at…

Mancos library holds backcountry safety talk
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Mancos library holds backcountry safety talk

April 23, 2019

Journal file<br><br>The Mancos Public Library will hold a panel discussion on backcountry safety on May 2.du1-i-syn The discussion will be led by four experts and will be followed by a…

Workshop to address brain health Friday
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Workshop to address brain health Friday

April 22, 2019

With age, body and brain function naturally declines, but with training, people can postpone that deterioration. The workshop will discuss critical components of brain health and training as well as…

Supervised Exchange Parenting Time program seeks volunteers
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Supervised Exchange Parenting Time program seeks volunteers

April 21, 2019

The SEPT Program works with children and families involved in high-conflict divorce, custody, domestic violence, dependency and neglect, and other high-risk court cases. The program provides supervised safe exchange and…

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

April 21, 2019

Colorado State Patrol Capt. Adrian Driscoll and Judge Suzanne Carlson will discuss regional opioid issues. Community members are welcome to attend. Lunch is available for $17. For more information, visit…

Allergy relief talk to be held at library Wednesday
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Allergy relief talk to be held at library Wednesday

April 21, 2019

The presentation will discuss using Advanced Allergy Therapeutics, which are safe, non-needle treatments for all ages, including infants. Learn about this fast, effective treatment to relieve, sneezing, itchy eyes, stuffiness,…

Durango Daybreak Rotary to meet Wednesday
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Durango Daybreak Rotary to meet Wednesday

April 20, 2019

All are welcome to attend and learn more about the club’s community service projects. For more information about upcoming programs visit www.durangodaybreakrotary.org or follow the club on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/durangodaybreak.

Four recognized for their trout conservation efforts
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Four recognized for their trout conservation efforts

April 19, 2019

Mary Hammer and Clay Kampf, both fisheries biologists with the San Juan National Forest; Jim White with Colorado Parks and Wildlife; and Buck Skillen with Trout Unlimited were recognized for…