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Cornerstone Home Lending hires loan officer
Business

Cornerstone Home Lending hires loan officer

May 16, 2018

Fagerlindu1-i-syn Fagerlin and her husband moved to Mayday in 2001. She has experience in a range of fields, including hospitality, wellness, real estate and residential lending. She is active in…

Thomas Avenue project bids due June 5
Local News

Thomas Avenue project bids due June 5

May 15, 2018

A mandatory conference to inform bidders about the project will be held at 2 p.m. May 22 at the intersection of Arroyo Drive and Thomas, where the project site is…

Indivisible Durango to show documentary
Local News

Indivisible Durango to show documentary

May 15, 2018

du1-i-syn The film documents the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and the state ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment, and focuses on areas of…

Student-led event to discuss feminism, sexuality
Local News

Student-led event to discuss feminism, sexuality

May 15, 2018

The workshop, titled “Debunking Feminism and Sexuality,” will encourage people to discuss and “debunk” misconceptions of feminism, sexuality and objectification. Speakers will discuss topics such as intersectionality, sexual education and…

Fly-fishing event to preview Public Lands Day
Local News

Fly-fishing event to preview Public Lands Day

May 15, 2018

Associated Press file To preview Public Lands Day on Saturday, Hutcheson will speak about her experience working in the public lands sector and fly fishing industry. The event will also…

Women’s health highlighted through Saturday
Local News

Women’s health highlighted through Saturday

May 15, 2018

The observance, led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service’s Office on Women’s Health, reminds women to prioritize their health and build positive habits. SJBPH encourages women 21…

Steamworks steps up its glass game
Food

Steamworks steps up its glass game

May 13, 2018

Steamworks Brewing Co.’s new glassware is designed to release a beer’s aromas, accommodate a proper head and keep the beer cool.Courtesy of Animas Marketing In addition to the new shape…

Volunteers sought for Horse Gulch trail work
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Volunteers sought for Horse Gulch trail work

May 12, 2018

The Horse Gulch trailhead is located off East Eighth Avenue at the east end of Third Street. Volunteers should meet near the top of Mike’s Trail, which is a distance…

Outdoor equipment flea market to occur on May 19
Outdoors

Outdoor equipment flea market to occur on May 19

May 11, 2018

Locals are invited to bring used camping, hiking, skiiing, and other outdoor equipment to barter and sell. Setup will begin at 8:45 a.m. in the Backcountry Experience parking lot. Participants…

State transportation program to be discussed Thursday
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State transportation program to be discussed Thursday

May 11, 2018

The hearing will present information about the proposed program, and public comments that have been received will be summarized. To view the proposal draft, visit www.codot.gov/business/budget. Those interested in speaking…

La Plata County Commissioners to hold Ignacio meeting
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La Plata County Commissioners to hold Ignacio meeting

May 11, 2018

Lacheltdu1-i-syn “We look forward to meeting with La Plata County residents and discussing the land-use code, district plans and other county matters,” board chair Gwen Lachelt said in a news…

Shred Day scheduled May 24
Business

Shred Day scheduled May 24

May 11, 2018

Businesses and residents will have the opportunity to shred documents. Staples and paper clips do not need to be removed. Donations can be made in support of Durango Nature Studies.…

Bill May Bail Bonding relocates to Bodo
Business

Bill May Bail Bonding relocates to Bodo

May 11, 2018

Clint and Sherry Simmonsdu1-i-syn The company, owned by Clint and Sherry Simmons, was established in 1982. It will partner with HOSS monitoring to provide drug and alcohol monitoring services in…

San Juan Regional recognized for excellence
Health

San Juan Regional recognized for excellence

May 11, 2018

The hospital was one of three organizations in New Mexico and the only organization in the Four Corners to receive the award, which recognizes outstanding operations and quality care. San…

Purgatory Resort to offer naturalist training
Southwest Life

Purgatory Resort to offer naturalist training

May 11, 2018

The training is for people interested in guiding nature tours this summer and will be taught by SJMA naturalists. Guided tours are offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 5 to…

Educational hikes scheduled for May
Southwest Life

Educational hikes scheduled for May

May 11, 2018

May 19, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.: Laurie Swisher, former San Juan National Forest old-growth coordinator, will lead a 3- to 4-mile hike on Jones Creek Trail in the Hermosa Creek special…

Land surveyors to meet Tuesday
Southwest Life

Land surveyors to meet Tuesday

May 11, 2018

Butch Knowlton, La Plata County emergency management and building department director, will speak about floodplain surveying and engineering requirements in La Plata County and for the National Flood Insurance Program.…

Cortez Cultural Center to hold wildflower walk
Southwest Life

Cortez Cultural Center to hold wildflower walk

May 11, 2018

Cost is $10 for nonmembers and $5 for members. Proceeds go to Cortez Cultural Center. Children younger than 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult. To make a…

Beekeepers to hold Thursday meeting
Southwest Life

Beekeepers to hold Thursday meeting

May 11, 2018

Bill Collins, a Fort Lewis College chemistry professor and bee expert, will speak about honeybee hive management, Varroa mite biology and treatment options. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask…

Film about women and equality to be shown
Local News

Film about women and equality to be shown

May 11, 2018

A scene from the “Equal Means Equal” film, directed by Kamala Lopez.Courtesy of Heroica Films The film focuses on 10 areas of discrimination, including: the law; pregnancy and wage discrimination;…

Arboles community to clean up cemetery
Community

Arboles community to clean up cemetery

May 10, 2018

The cemetery is located at the south end of County Road 975, immediately to the left after the state border cattle guard. Attendees are asked to wear gloves and hats,…