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Twin Buttes open space controlled burn to begin June 1
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Twin Buttes open space controlled burn to begin June 1

May 22, 2017

du1-i-syn The controlled burn was originally scheduled to occur in May, but was adjusted due to weather. For more information about health risks associated with smoke inhalation, visit http://bit.ly/2qOBU06. For…

Durango School District to discuss Gifted & Talented Program
Education

Durango School District to discuss Gifted & Talented Program

May 22, 2017

Durango Herald filedu1-i-syn The evening will cover enrichment opportunities, identifying gifted and talented students, social-emotional needs, differentiation in the classroom and advanced learning plans. Light appetizers and child care will…

Mercy to offer fracture-prevention presentation
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Mercy to offer fracture-prevention presentation

May 21, 2017

du1-i-syn Orthopedic surgeon Kim Furry, physician assistant Clayton LaBaume, and physical therapist Luke Angel will explain age-related factors that increase the risk of fall-related fractures and suggest simple ways to…

Mesa Verde Country releases summer vacation guide
Southwest Life

Mesa Verde Country releases summer vacation guide

May 21, 2017

du1-i-syn Sections featured in the guide include: “Water Warriors,” about water sports offered at McPhee Reservoir and on the Dolores River.“Single Trail Treks,” options for mountain biking.“Fishing Fun,” suggestions for…

Weed spraying scheduled for Animas River Trail
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Weed spraying scheduled for Animas River Trail

May 20, 2017

du1-i-syn The city, which contracted with Tres Mesa for noxious weed abatement, promotes best management practices to ensure safety. Herbicides include 2,4-D Amine and Perspective. The weed control has been…

Governor to sign education bill at Fort Lewis College
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Governor to sign education bill at Fort Lewis College

May 19, 2017

du1-i-syn Attendance is open to the public, though space is limited. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Barbara McLachlan, D-Durango, and Sen. Don Coram, R-Montrose, “requires the Department of Higher Education…

Dharma center to offer beginning meditation class
Religion

Dharma center to offer beginning meditation class

May 19, 2017

du1-i-syn The class will include an experiential introduction to meditation and the Buddha’s teachings. Participants will have an opportunity to develop mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment observation that cultivates a…

Durango Adult Education Center to hold GED graduation
Education

Durango Adult Education Center to hold GED graduation

May 19, 2017

du1-i-syn The commencement speaker will be Travis Johansen, distribution manager at Ballantine Communications Inc. and a GED graduate. All are welcome to attend. For more information, call 385-4354.

Street-repaving project scheduled in Durango
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Street-repaving project scheduled in Durango

May 18, 2017

du1-i-syn Work is expected to be completed by the end of June. Drivers are encouraged to follow detour signs, no-parking signs and use alternate routes in work areas. For more…

Free mulch-loading to be offered in Bayfield
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Free mulch-loading to be offered in Bayfield

May 18, 2017

du1-i-syn The Convenience Center accepts dry, brown yard waste, including tree trimmings, slash and tree trunks up to 8 inches in diameter. County staff will be on site with heavy…

Chamber of Commerce wins award
Business

Chamber of Commerce wins award

May 17, 2017

Durango Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Durango Area Association of Realtors, La Plata County Energy Council and the Home Builders Association of SW Colorado in 2016 to hire a…

Russell Planning and Engineering adds one to team
Business

Russell Planning and Engineering adds one to team

May 17, 2017

Thompsondu1-i-syn Thompson is from Pennsylvania, graduated from Drexel University with a psychology degree and enrolled in engineering classes at Fort Lewis College when he moved to Durango. He worked as…

4CORE hires new program manager
Business

4CORE hires new program manager

May 17, 2017

Birkdu1-i-syn Birk graduated from University of Colorado at Boulder with a business administration degree, has experience in solar installations for low-income residents and worked as an outreach manager at Denver-based…