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Kiwanis Club to meet Thursday
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Kiwanis Club to meet Thursday

February 26, 2019

Kate Jones with San Juan Public Basin Health will speak about the agency’s Prevention and Positive Youth Development programs. The meeting is open to all, and lunch is optional for…

City of Durango cancels meetings
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City of Durango cancels meetings

February 25, 2019

The Land Use and Development Code Board of Adjustment meeting, originally scheduled for 4 p.m. Wednesday at City Hall, has been canceled.The City Council/Planning Commission Breakfast, originally scheduled from 7:30…

Group offers infant/toddler CPR class
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Group offers infant/toddler CPR class

February 25, 2019

The weekly group gives parents a chance to connect, offers singing and rhythm activities for babies and hosts speakers as requested by parents. For more information, call 749-9607 or visit…

Durango Neighborhoods’ City Council candidate Q&A
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Durango Neighborhoods’ City Council candidate Q&A

February 25, 2019

The meet-and-greet includes a potluck. Participants are asked to bring a salad, covered dish or dessert to share. Beverages will be provided. After the potluck, City Council candidates will introduce…

Mancos Creative District offers scholarship for artists
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Mancos Creative District offers scholarship for artists

February 25, 2019

Journal file photo<br><br>The Mancos Creative District has established a new scholarship fund for college-bound, arts-focused students in the area.du1-i-syn The Create 81328 Scholarship fund aims to support local college-bound, arts-focused…

Free lecture to explore the hidden power of soil
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Free lecture to explore the hidden power of soil

February 25, 2019

Bartels, an award-winning media producer who explores environmental issues, will discuss his work over the last 17 years using intensive methods to grow food in living soil. He will also…

Colorado selected as a partner site for federal grant
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Colorado selected as a partner site for federal grant

February 24, 2019

The program will focus on providing prospective foster and adoptive parents with the competencies, skills, and support they need to effectively parent children and youth who have experienced separation, loss,…

Cody Project sponsors Family In Need of Support group
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Cody Project sponsors Family In Need of Support group

February 22, 2019

The group’s mission is to provide compassion, support and resources to families struggling with youths who suffer from anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts. The group focuses on understanding, empathy and…

Animas High School to hold information session
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Animas High School to hold information session

February 22, 2019

AHS has a limited number of open seats in next year’s grades nine through 11. Complete the online “Intent to Enroll” form to be entered in the enrollment lottery on…

Senior Center to host iPhone and iPad class
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Senior Center to host iPhone and iPad class

February 22, 2019

Jon Cordalis, The Computer Tutor, will start with the basics and work up to learning about navigation skills, how settings can make things more “friendly,” make sure you are not…

Optimal wellness through nutrition workshop
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Optimal wellness through nutrition workshop

February 22, 2019

The workshop, sponsored by Blueprints of Hope, will feature guest speakers including physicians, dieticians and health advisers. The event will include lunch and space is limited. The program costs $10…

Rotary Club to hold dinner meeting
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Rotary Club to hold dinner meeting

February 22, 2019

She will tell the story of how a small family business was born out of a dream to promote innovation in ranching practices, protect open space for agricultural lands and…