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CDOT reminds motorists that The Heat Is On this summer
Regional News

CDOT reminds motorists that The Heat Is On this summer

June 10, 2021

Starting Friday, Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies will unite for Summer Blitz DUI Enforcement. Increased law enforcement will be in effect through June…

Local creator launches Kickstarter for chess set
Business

Local creator launches Kickstarter for chess set

June 5, 2021

Courtesy HoldenArt/HoldenArt is seeking Kickstarter pledges for its new magnetic chess set. HoldenArt has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its newest creation, a portable, magnetic chess set and is seeking…

Comfort Keepers offers employees a 401K benefit package
Business

Comfort Keepers offers employees a 401K benefit package

June 5, 2021

Comfort Keepers In Home Care of Durango now offers a company-sponsored 401(k) program with an employer match. Comfort Keepers continues to honor its employees by offering many benefits, including meaningful…

Durangoan achieves academic distinction
Education

Durangoan achieves academic distinction

June 4, 2021

This recognition is given to students who have completed a minimum of 12 credits, passed all credits attempted and have earned a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher on no…

Durango Public Library announces June events
Community

Durango Public Library announces June events

June 4, 2021

Ongoing Programs Summer Reading at Durango Public Library, June 8 to July 31: Read and win all summer. Programs and events available for babies, kids, teens and adults. Registration starts…

Montana State announces honor rolls
Education

Montana State announces honor rolls

June 4, 2021

Students with a 4.0 GPA for the semester are named to the president’s list and are denoted with an asterisk. The dean’s list includes students earning GPAs of 3.5 or…

La Plata Open Space to host fundraiser
Community

La Plata Open Space to host fundraiser

June 4, 2021

The fundraiser will feature live music by Six Dollar String Band, a locally sourced meal catered by Sunnyside Farms Market, drinks provided by regional producers and a silent auction and…

DHS class to hold reunion
Community

DHS class to hold reunion

June 4, 2021

Events will begin with a prereunion lunch and golf tournament Aug. 27 at Dalton Ranch Golf Club. Lunch will be at noon with tournament play starting at 1:20 p.m. Space…

Library launches summer reading program
Community

Library launches summer reading program

June 4, 2021

Infants through elementary school-age children are eligible to participate. Children who log 10 hours or 600 minutes of reading earn a free book, a lanyard, a day pass to the…

Senior Center offers day trips
Community

Senior Center offers day trips

June 4, 2021

Trips will be offered from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays with no stops. The center’s bus will pick up and drop off participants. Face masks are required and space is…

State announces free fishing day
New Mexico

State announces free fishing day

June 4, 2021

Anglers may fish for free in New Mexico on Saturday as the state celebrates National Boating and Fishing Week. Anyone can fish free in public fishing waters throughout the state…

Recycle Colorado to host virtual summit
Local News

Recycle Colorado to host virtual summit

June 4, 2021

Recycle Colorado with host a virtual Summit for Recycling from June 15 to June 16. The summit will bring together experts to share why and how to effectively invest in…