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Learn the art of persuasive letter writing
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Learn the art of persuasive letter writing

November 3, 2016

Robertsdu1-i-syn The session offers direct feedback from staff members from our three congressional representatives’ staff. The program will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Durango Public…

Bridge repaving projects could cause delays
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Bridge repaving projects could cause delays

November 2, 2016

The city began repaving Wednesday on the 32nd Street bridge between East Second Avenue and East Third Avenue. One lane, alternating traffic over the bridge is likely to cause delays.…

Writers group to meet Wednesday
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Writers group to meet Wednesday

November 2, 2016

Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer will present “Even Now: Poems, Images, Uncontrolled Bonfires, and Tough Hope.” Guests are welcome. Herald Staff

2 solar projects aid low-income families
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2 solar projects aid low-income families

November 2, 2016

Two solar installations that have cut energy costs and reduced carbon dioxide emissions for affordable and low-income housing communities have recently been completed, concluding this year’s Southwest Solar Barn Raising…

Durango Bird Club to meet Wednesday
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Durango Bird Club to meet Wednesday

November 2, 2016

Durango Herald file Lynn Wickersham will present a program about breeding ecology and the status of the gray vireo. She will also give an update about the new book Colorado…

CSU master gardener class deadline is Dec. 31
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CSU master gardener class deadline is Dec. 31

November 2, 2016

Durango Herald file Students will receive training in tree care, vegetables, soils, native plants, water-wise gardening, pruning and much more. A variety of experts will teach the classes. The 12-week…

Resolving allergies will be discussed Nov. 10
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Resolving allergies will be discussed Nov. 10

November 2, 2016

Durango Herald file These treatments are designed to help people who want long-term reduction of digestive symptoms, who want to treat the cause of allergy symptoms, who are not satisfied…

Life purpose seminar set for Friday
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Life purpose seminar set for Friday

November 2, 2016

A seminar on achieving balance, success and happiness will be offered twice Friday at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. The cost to attend a seminar is $15.Inner Peace Movement International The…

Pine River Library to celebrate ‘Fantastic Beasts’
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Pine River Library to celebrate ‘Fantastic Beasts’

November 2, 2016

The Pine River Library will be transformed in Hogsmeade for the ultimate celebration of everything Harry Potter from 5:30 to 8 p.m. SaturdayCourtesy of Bayfield Library In conjunction with the…

Ignacio concert and dinner to honor veterans
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Ignacio concert and dinner to honor veterans

November 2, 2016

Veterans are invited to a dinner and concert on Tuesday to honor community members who have served in the armed services. Dinner will be served from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.…

Lecture examines volatile 2016 politics
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Lecture examines volatile 2016 politics

November 1, 2016

Jerry Wallace of Marshall, Texas, chips a golf ball toward a target Monday, Oct. 31, 2016, at Alpine Target Golf in Longview, Texas. Stressed voters can swing at Hillary Clinton…

Conversational medical Spanish class offered
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Conversational medical Spanish class offered

November 1, 2016

du1-i-syn Classes will start Tuesday and will meet from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Public Health Department’s conference room in Cortez. Participants do not need to…

Durango High School winter sports red cards due Nov. 11
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Durango High School winter sports red cards due Nov. 11

November 1, 2016

Jerry McBride/Durango Herald Winter sports include girls and boys basketball, girls swimming and diving, and wrestling. Cheer and dance teams continue from the fall season. All red card information and…

Durango Montessori holding fundraiser through Nov. 13
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Durango Montessori holding fundraiser through Nov. 13

November 1, 2016

du1-i-syn The school is selling Equal Exchange items such as olive oil, chocolate and tea to raise money for the staff wellness project. Anyone interested in supporting this fundraiser can…

FLC Environmental Center to celebrate 25 years Saturday
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FLC Environmental Center to celebrate 25 years Saturday

November 1, 2016

A new composting facility was under construction in July at the Fort Lewis College Environmental Center. The center is celebrating its 25th year.Shaun Stanley/Durango Herald file The event will feature…

Dog training classes offered at the rec center
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Dog training classes offered at the rec center

October 31, 2016

The Durango Community Recreation Center is partnering with GentleCanine to offer new dog training classes.Durango Herald file The AKC S.T.A.R (Socialization, Training, Activity, Responsibility) Puppy class accepts dogs younger than…

Nation & World Briefs
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Nation & World Briefs

October 31, 2016

ALBUQUERQUE – New Mexico cities could have to pay significantly more money to comply with the Affordable Care Act when the law’s “Cadillac Tax” for expensive health plans takes effect.…

Mercy to offer free class to those with prediabetes
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Mercy to offer free class to those with prediabetes

October 31, 2016

Carswelldu1-i-syn Attendees will learn how to manage prediabetes and help prevent the onset of Type 2 diabetes. People diagnosed with prediabetes are at a higher risk of developing Type 2…