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Virtual wireless technology risk seminar to be held Monday
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Virtual wireless technology risk seminar to be held Monday

March 5, 2021

The U.S. National Toxicology Program has found cellphone radiation causes cancer and DNA damage. Additional peer-reviewed, published studies link wireless radiation to our growing rates of insomnia, headaches, nose bleeds,…

Webinar to address cleaning, sanitizing on farms
Southwest Life

Webinar to address cleaning, sanitizing on farms

March 5, 2021

Attendees will learn about appropriate cleaning and sanitizing practices for food-contact surfaces on a farm operation. The webinar is hosted by Colorado Produce Safety Collaborative, Colorado State University Extension, Rocky…

Free farm labor management series to be held virtually
Southwest Life

Free farm labor management series to be held virtually

March 5, 2021

The series will present recent research and Extension projects focusing on labor management and decision-making on small- and mid-sized produce and livestock farms. Each session will include ample time for…

Sorrel Sky Gallery to represent David Yarrow
Arts and Entertainment

Sorrel Sky Gallery to represent David Yarrow

March 4, 2021

Yarrow is known his oversized, monochromatic images. Both his Wild West and Wildlife series will be available at Sorrel Sky Durango and online. Several of his new works feature the…

City to host third week of Durango Grit Gatherings
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City to host third week of Durango Grit Gatherings

March 4, 2021

Support the local business and restaurant community. Pick up takeout dining and enjoy live music with local musician Bailey Barnes. Barnes is a professional singer, voice teacher and business coach…

Atmos Energy Pipe Replacement Project begins in Durango
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Atmos Energy Pipe Replacement Project begins in Durango

March 4, 2021

The 2021 project plans encompass three distinct geographical areas in Durango. Each project outlined below will be staggered to minimize impacts to traffic and neighborhood routines: March 4 to May:…

GED, ESL classes offered in Durango, Cortez
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GED, ESL classes offered in Durango, Cortez

March 3, 2021

All classes are free and will meet online over Zoom, Mondays to Fridays. Morning, afternoon, and evening sessions are offered. Students receive live instruction from teachers plus targeted tutoring. Classes…

CSU Extension to host native plants seminar
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CSU Extension to host native plants seminar

March 1, 2021

Native plants can provide many benefits to pollinators and people. Attendees will discover the basics of native plant gardening, including selection, care and cultural requirements. Bousselot will address CSU research…

CSU Extension to host Southwest Webinar Series
Southwest Life

CSU Extension to host Southwest Webinar Series

March 1, 2021

6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday: “Future Garden Favorites: Native Plants,” with Jennifer Bousselot, CSU. Register at bit.ly/2NypSFG. 6:30-7:30 p.m. March 10: “Powering Up with Peppers: An Introduction to Hot and Sweet Peppers,”…

La Plata County Habitat ReStore reopens
Community

La Plata County Habitat ReStore reopens

February 26, 2021

ReStore hours will resume from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday, with drop-offs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 382-2215.

March library events
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March library events

February 26, 2021

6 p.m., March 10: Mediterranean and DASH Diet. Learn the basics of the Mediterranean Diet meal pattern through an interactive cook-along. Hosted by Nicole Clark, R.D, La Plata County CSU…