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Citizens Climate Lobby to celebrate summer
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Citizens Climate Lobby to celebrate summer

June 26, 2017

du1-i-syn Those who attend are encouraged to get involved and learn about climate-change solutions. Music by Pete Giuliani will be featured, with food and drinks available for purchase. For more…

Health careers camp attracts 30 area teens
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Health careers camp attracts 30 area teens

June 26, 2017

Durango Herald file The campers visited health facilities, engaged in activities, shadowed a health care professional and learned about professions in the health care industry. For more information about SWCAHEC,…

‘Wine for Whiskers’ fundraiser to be held Tuesday
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‘Wine for Whiskers’ fundraiser to be held Tuesday

June 25, 2017

The Journal file Cost is $15, and wine, cheese, chocolate and a silent auction will be featured. All proceeds contribute to the organization’s mission to resolve the problem of unwanted…

Santa Rita Park to be fertilized Tuesday and Wednesday
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Santa Rita Park to be fertilized Tuesday and Wednesday

June 25, 2017

Durango Herald file Best management practices are promoted in the stewardship of city lands to ensure safe enjoyment of parks in the community. For additional information, call the park maintenance…

Pine River Library to offer canning workshop
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Pine River Library to offer canning workshop

June 25, 2017

Jerry McBride/Durango Herald The workshop is open to all, and will focus on current recommendations for high-altitude canning equipment, canning methods and successful canning. For more information, call 884-2222, ext.…

Navajo State Park to hold fishing event for kids
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Navajo State Park to hold fishing event for kids

June 25, 2017

Journal file Registration will be held at the amphitheater, and participants will be entered into a drawing for prizes. Children 15 and younger can participate with an adult chaperon and…

Hopi dances return to Mesa Verde National Park in July
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Hopi dances return to Mesa Verde National Park in July

June 25, 2017

The Lomayestewa family performs traditional Hopi deer dance at Mesa Verde National Park.Sam Green/Cortez Journal file The family has performed dances each summer at Mesa Verde for nearly 30 years.

CDOT to resurface road in Rico
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CDOT to resurface road in Rico

June 24, 2017

Jerry McBride/Durango Herald A chip-seal process will be used to improve the durability of the roadway. Motorists can expect five- to 15-minute delays, lane shifts and single-lane closures in both…

Robert Baer to visit Durango, talk with public
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Robert Baer to visit Durango, talk with public

June 24, 2017

Baerdu1-i-syn Baer is considering a challenge to U.S. Rep. Scott Tipton in 2018. Community members are encouraged to attend the public meeting and share their concerns and ideas. Baer was…

Durango senior center to offer picnic
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Durango senior center to offer picnic

June 24, 2017

Durango Herald file Entertainment by the Trumpet Geezers will be featured. The cost of lunch will be a suggested donation of $4 for seniors 60 and older and $7 for…

Cortez local completes Air Force basic training
Education

Cortez local completes Air Force basic training

June 24, 2017

Lambson completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military studies, discipline, core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills.

Attorney to offer legal consultations for seniors
Health

Attorney to offer legal consultations for seniors

June 24, 2017

Durango Herald file Edwards will discuss legal issues, such as living wills, advance directives and estate planning with eligible seniors. To schedule an appointment, call Greta at 382-6428.

May Births
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May Births

June 23, 2017

Amy and Bryan Blaine, Durango, Parker Benjamin, 7 lbs., 6 oz., 2:54 a.m., May 1. Skye and Jared Hidden, Durango, Remington Jackson, 7 lbs., 1 oz., 3:23 p.m., May 2.…

Florida Grange to offer free breakfast
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Florida Grange to offer free breakfast

June 23, 2017

Durango Herald file Pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, breakfast burritos and gluten-free waffles will be served. The event is open to all. For more information, call Amy Peterson at 749-9374 or…

Pine River Library starts ‘movies outdoors’ series
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Pine River Library starts ‘movies outdoors’ series

June 23, 2017

du1-i-syn All movies will start at sunset and include free popcorn. Candy is available for purchase and will benefit the Friends of the Pine River Library. Upcoming movies include: July…

Street repaving to begin Monday in Durango
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Street repaving to begin Monday in Durango

June 23, 2017

Durango Herald file June 26: roadwork will occupy 11th Street between Narrow Gauge Avenue and East Second Avenue.June 27: roadwork will occupy Prospector Avenue in Three Springs.June 28: old asphalt…

Chuck-wagon fundraiser to be held at Old Fort
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Chuck-wagon fundraiser to be held at Old Fort

June 23, 2017

The Journal file Dinner will cost $10 and include chili, cornbread and cobbler prepared in a chuck wagon. The event will also feature wagon rides, silent and live auctions, and…