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Animas Grange to host cheesemaking presentation
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Animas Grange to host cheesemaking presentation

October 9, 2017

Dan James of James Ranch cuts a slice of cheese from a large wheel at the La Plata County Fairgrounds during the Holiday Farmers’ Market in 2010.Durango Herald file The…

Enjoy coffee with Mayor White
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Enjoy coffee with Mayor White

October 9, 2017

Whitedu1-i-syn Everyone is invited to come discuss municipal affairs and concerns with the mayor.

Learn computer basics in Ignacio
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Learn computer basics in Ignacio

October 9, 2017

Learn the basics of using a computer and practice using a mouse at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Ignacio Community Library, 470 Goddard Ave.Pine River Times file No computer experience…

Ignacio library to offer free legal clinic
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Ignacio library to offer free legal clinic

October 8, 2017

Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help with forms and explain the process of civil litigation, including family law, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law, small claims, veterans issues…

Animas River Trail detour planned at Santa Rita
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Animas River Trail detour planned at Santa Rita

October 8, 2017

The section of trail will close Oct. 23, weather permitting, and it is expected to reopen during spring, 2018. The bypass will be available during the closure. River users will…

Geological society to meet
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Geological society to meet

October 8, 2017

Ali Jaffry of Applied Stratigraphix will present “A Sequence Stratigraphers Perspective on Layer Cake Stratigraphy.” The meeting is open to all. Reservations are required, and cost is $20 per person.…

Durango Public Library to host acupuncture talk
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Durango Public Library to host acupuncture talk

October 8, 2017

du1-i-syn The presentation will focus on field control therapy, a bio-resonance assessment and homeopathic treatment that can restore organ health after the effects of toxins and pathogens. For more information,…

First National Bank offers QuickBooks introduction
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First National Bank offers QuickBooks introduction

October 8, 2017

Laura E. Hokanson, CPA, QuickBooks pro-advisor and accounting professor at Fort Lewis College, will teach the workshop, designed for business owners who are not accountants. Hokanson will explain software, how…

Summit Psychology hires psychotherapist
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Summit Psychology hires psychotherapist

October 7, 2017

Stuevedu1-i-syn Stueve is currently completing a master’s in clinical mental health at Adams State University. He has experience in endurance racing and has competed in the Ironman World Championships three…

Larry Carver to attend photo club meeting
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Larry Carver to attend photo club meeting

October 7, 2017

Larry Carver, left, and Howard Rachlin judge photographs on Aug. 10 at the 2017 La Plata County Fair.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file Photography by Larry Carver will be shown, and Carver…

Gem and Mineral Club to host fall classes
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Gem and Mineral Club to host fall classes

October 7, 2017

Sandy Cleveland, with Desert Rain Designs, talks with customers at the 64th annual Four Corners Gem & Mineral Show at La Plata County Fairgrounds. Cleveland and her husband, Bob Holder,…

Art center to offer intro to pastels
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Art center to offer intro to pastels

October 7, 2017

Students will learn about the history of the pastel medium and kinds of materials. To register or for more information, contact Sandra Butler, education director, at 259-2606, ext. 15, or…

Adult theatre workshop to focus on Rasaboxes
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Adult theatre workshop to focus on Rasaboxes

October 7, 2017

Mona Wood-Patterson, Merely Players Theatre Co. director, will teach the workshop. Participants will focus on Rasaboxes training, and develop emotional, vocal and movement abilities. Cost is $32 for members and…

Arts center to hold 10-minute plays
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Arts center to hold 10-minute plays

October 7, 2017

The arts center received 121 submissions for this year’s festival. Five winners will be chosen from contest finalists, and a play by a local writer will be featured. Admission is…

Cortez to host business workshop
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Cortez to host business workshop

October 7, 2017

Presenters include a small business specialist, marketing expert, small business banker, an attorney and an accountant. Topics will include business planning, legal structure, taxes, marketing and market research, and finance…

Archaeological society to hold sheep talk
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Archaeological society to hold sheep talk

October 7, 2017

Durango Herald file photo Andrew Gulliford will present “The Woolly West: Colorado’s Hidden History of Sheepscapes.” The presentation will include historical archaeology and sites related to sheep movements, sheep camps,…

Axis Health System updates website
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Axis Health System updates website

October 7, 2017

“This website has been redesigned around the use of three different generations of users,” Axis Health System Chief Executive Officer Bern Heath said in a news release. “One, young, mobile-technology-comfortable…

Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame board adds Durangoan
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Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame board adds Durangoan

October 7, 2017

Drumdu1-i-syn Drum currently serves on the Southwest Council for the El Pomar Foundation. In the past, she has been chairwoman of the Mercy Health Foundation board, Durango Chamber of Commerce…

Dolores CSU Extension director receives award
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Dolores CSU Extension director receives award

October 6, 2017

The award is given to an outstanding, non-practicing economic-development volunteer who demonstrated a multi-year commitment to the vitality, growth and sustainability of the Colorado economy. Westerman serves as chairman of…

Networking event Wednesday at Powerhouse
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Networking event Wednesday at Powerhouse

October 6, 2017

A free event rental at the Powerhouse, worth $750, will be given at 5:30 p.m. as a thank you to local nonprofits. The first 10 organizations to arrive will receive…

Know Your Dough adds board member
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Know Your Dough adds board member

October 6, 2017

Hilliarddu1-i-syn Hilliard is a certified public accountant and fraud examiner with 12 years of experience in public accounting as an audit manager and senior tax manager. She also has 17…

First National Bank hires two
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First National Bank hires two

October 6, 2017

Laura Lane Rose was hired as a universal banker at the Durango Bodo office. Rose is from Searcy, Arkansas, graduated from Arkansas State University in management and moved to Durango…

Community Foundation hires one to staff
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Community Foundation hires one to staff

October 6, 2017

Pope has lived in Durango for more than 21 years and is involved in several local nonprofits. She earned journalism and economics undergraduate degrees, with a background in communication and…

Youth soccer registration announced
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Youth soccer registration announced

October 6, 2017

Those who register after the deadline will be subject to limited availability, wait lists and a $50 late fee. To register, visit www.durangosoccer.com. For more information, call 247-1177 or email…

October library events
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October library events

October 6, 2017

Tuesdays, 2 p.m.: Baby Story time, a lapsit story time for infants-18 months. Music, stories, fingerplays, counting rhymes and playtime. Babies should bring their parents or caregivers to join in…

Bayfield Lions Club to offer vision screenings
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Bayfield Lions Club to offer vision screenings

October 6, 2017

Ivan Joseph, a student at Southern Ute Montessori Indian Academy, is screened last month by Ken Gaherty of the Bayfield Lions Club.Courtesy photo The screenings detect vision problems in children,…

League of Women Voters to host events
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League of Women Voters to host events

October 6, 2017

At 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11, there will be a forum for Bayfield School Board candidates at Bayfield Town Hall, 1199 Bayfield Parkway. The public will be able to meet…

Friends of the Arts to hold luncheon, silent auction
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Friends of the Arts to hold luncheon, silent auction

October 6, 2017

Entertainment by Daniel Russell, Durango Voice winner, and couples from Dancing with the Durango Stars will be featured. Advanced reservations must be made before Monday, Oct. 9. Cost is $45.…