Local Briefs

Gen. Ron Fogleman inducted in aviation hall of fame
Local News

Gen. Ron Fogleman inducted in aviation hall of fame

December 5, 2017

Foglemandu1-i-syn Fogleman is a decorated Vietnam War veteran who served as a command pilot and parachutist. He was also the 15th chief of staff of the Air Force. Fogleman retired…

Mount Allison Grange to offer free breakfast
Community

Mount Allison Grange to offer free breakfast

December 4, 2017

Breakfast will include pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage, eggs, hash browns, juice and coffee. A brief commemoration of the National Grange’s 150th anniversary will be held during the event. People…

LPEA lunch to support Salvation Army
Community

LPEA lunch to support Salvation Army

December 4, 2017

The lunch will include a variety of green chili stews – prepared by Bart’s Deli with meats from Sunnyside Farms Market, tortillas, corn bread and a beverage for a suggested…

Durango Dharma Center to host meditation retreat
Religion

Durango Dharma Center to host meditation retreat

December 4, 2017

du1-i-syn All meditators are welcome. Cost is on a $100-$200 sliding scale, plus a donation to the teacher. To register and for more information, visit www.durangodharmacenter.org.

Library to hold ‘Befriend Your Inner Hamster’ talk
Southwest Life

Library to hold ‘Befriend Your Inner Hamster’ talk

December 4, 2017

Visnich, a spiritual psychotherapist, will give a fun talk and encourage participants to practice tools that befriend the busy mind. Participants will learn how to practice open-focus meditation and emotional-freedom…

Acupuncturist to give allergy talk at Durango Public Library
Southwest Life

Acupuncturist to give allergy talk at Durango Public Library

December 4, 2017

The title of Gates’ talk is called “Resolving Digestive Symptoms and Sinus Problems from Food Sensitivities and Year-Round Allergens.” Techniques to be discussed are safe, non-needle treatments that intend to…

Ignacio to hold arts, crafts bazaar
Community

Ignacio to hold arts, crafts bazaar

December 3, 2017

Booth spaces are 10 square feet, include one table and two chairs and cost $20. The event will feature complementary cookies and hot chocolate. To reserve a space or for…

Volunteers sought for Three Springs trail work
Local News

Volunteers sought for Three Springs trail work

December 3, 2017

Volunteers should meet at the Trails 2000 work truck in the Three Springs subdivision. The truck is located off Three Springs Boulevard north of U.S. Highway 160. At the second…

Ignacio library to host musical evening
Local News

Ignacio library to host musical evening

December 3, 2017

The event will include “Songs for the Holidays” by the Hideaway Ukulele Society; music by David Quiroz, Grant Andrews and Chris Vandeleur, and light refreshments. Cost is a $5 suggested…

AHS ninth-graders to showcase identity projects
Education

AHS ninth-graders to showcase identity projects

December 3, 2017

Students will showcase what they learned from their studies of the cycle of socialization and the book Mexican WhiteBoy by Matt de la Peña, and offer community members the opportunity…

Arboles church to observe Our Lady of Guadalupe
Religion

Arboles church to observe Our Lady of Guadalupe

December 3, 2017

The event will feature a fiesta dinner, raffle, silent auction and activities. People can purchase raffle tickets, $1 each or $5 for six, from a member of the Carmelitas. For…

Peak Physical Therapy hires therapist
Business

Peak Physical Therapy hires therapist

December 2, 2017

Angeldu1-i-syn Angel earned a bachelor’s degree in nutritional science from Kansas State University and a master’s degree from University of Colorado. She has worked as a certified manual therapist for…

Alpine Bank promotes staff member
Business

Alpine Bank promotes staff member

December 2, 2017

Nadeldu1-i-syn Nadel grew up in Ridgway, was hired as a teller in 2002 at Alpine Bank in Montrose and moved into other positions at the location, such as customer service…

Ramboll hires Durango resident
Business

Ramboll hires Durango resident

December 2, 2017

Nazarykdu1-i-syn Nazaryk graduated in law from University of Denver, has 30 years of experience in strategic regulatory compliance and permitting support for the manufacturing, mining, oil and gas industries, including…

Region 9 adds member to loan committee
Business

Region 9 adds member to loan committee

December 2, 2017

du1-i-syn Gregory founded Tuffy Security Products at 19, has created additional small businesses with patents and registered trademarks, and promotes trail systems in Montezuma County with the U.S. Forest Service…

Columbine Landscapes offers holiday decorations
Business

Columbine Landscapes offers holiday decorations

December 2, 2017

The business will provide decorations from after Thanksgiving through January, with the goal is to take the work out of the holidays for clients. For more information, visit www.columbinelandscapes.com.

Demon Deli gift cards on sale
Education

Demon Deli gift cards on sale

December 2, 2017

People can purchase gift cards during opening hours, from 7:45 to 8:54 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., at Demon Deli, located upstairs in the west wing of DHS,…

Ignacio parents offered a night out
Education

Ignacio parents offered a night out

December 2, 2017

Parents can bring children from 2 to 16 years old to the commons area at the high school for check-in. While parents enjoy a night out, children can watch movies,…

CryoMedSpa therapist to present at library
Health

CryoMedSpa therapist to present at library

December 2, 2017

She will talk about ways to support the body, mind and spirit during the stressful holiday season. Winters is the CEO and primary consultant of Optimal Terrain and coauthor of…

Durango Bird Club to hold Christmas count Dec. 17
Southwest Life

Durango Bird Club to hold Christmas count Dec. 17

December 2, 2017

Durango Herald file Participants will divide into teams to cover sections of the count circle at Pastorius Reservoir. To sign up for a team or for more information about the…

Full moon hike to be held Sunday
Outdoors

Full moon hike to be held Sunday

December 1, 2017

Courtesy of Durango Nature Studies Cost is $10 for nonmembers. Members and kids younger than 12 are free. Participants will discuss how animals adapt and survive the winter. To register,…

San Juan Medical to offer cardiac screenings
Health

San Juan Medical to offer cardiac screenings

December 1, 2017

Limited echo and baseline electrocardiography tests will be given to registered participants. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and they must complete a consent and participation…