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Tough enough?
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Tough enough?

December 4, 2014

sentences extend far beyond guidelines, judges

Healing. Remembering.
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Healing. Remembering.

December 4, 2014

Hospice of Mercy held a remembrance service Thursday for families that lost loved ones at Mercy Regional Medical Center. Kati Bachman, bereavement coordinator for Hospice of Mercy, said the annual…

Capitol Christmas tree is illuminated
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Capitol Christmas tree is illuminated

December 4, 2014

Gov. John Hickenlooper joins Maj. Gen. H. Michael Edwards, the Adjutant General of Colorado, and the Colorado National Guard on Thursday for the lighting of the 2014 Capitol Tree of…

Volunteer weather observers get due recognition
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Volunteer weather observers get due recognition

December 4, 2014

Johnny Shepherd talks on his Ham radio while using his computer to keep in constant contact with his radio friends in this file photo.Sam Green/Cortez Journal file photo SKYWARN, with…

Local Briefs
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Local Briefs

December 4, 2014

Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave., announces it has received an $11,886 grant from the Colorado State Library through the State Grants to Library Act. This money was designated…

Library will display gadgets for seeing, touching
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Library will display gadgets for seeing, touching

December 4, 2014

The Durango Public Library will have a variety of gadgets available for its technology petting zoo Tuesday and Dec. 12.Durango Herald file photo The event will take place inside the…

The Blotter
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The Blotter

December 4, 2014

Thursday 12:45 a.m. A patient at Mercy Regional Medical Center was reported to be acting suspiciously. The police were called, 1010 Three Springs Blvd. Wednesday 4:23 p.m. Someone called the…

The ‘secret’ on local Iron Horse sign-up
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The ‘secret’ on local Iron Horse sign-up

December 4, 2014

Patti Rosenthal, left, assists Sven Brunso during locals’ registration last year for the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. Locals’ registration for the 2015 event will be Friday at Mountain Bike Specialists…

Native American market Saturday at DHS
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Native American market Saturday at DHS

December 4, 2014

Al Woody, painting a ceremonial powwow drum, was among those who participated in last year’s Native American Winter Market at Durango High School.STEVE LEWIS/Durango Herald The market is sponsored by…

Dayplanner Friday
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Dayplanner Friday

December 3, 2014

Sunrise Yoga, 7-8 a.m. and 8:15-9:15 a.m., Boys and Girls Club of La Plata County, 2750 Main Ave., $5, 259-0385. Durango Early Bird Toastmasters meeting, improve communication, presentation and leadership…

Big pack of cyclists honors Durango’s best
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Big pack of cyclists honors Durango’s best

December 3, 2014

Howard Grotts, right, was among the many Durango-area cyclists honored Wednesday night at Carver Brewing Co. during the Community Cycling Celebration. At left is Iron Horse Bicycle Classic director Gaige…

Durango library receives grant
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Durango library receives grant

December 3, 2014

Ann Duft shows a book to Paul Duft, 8, during the Friends of the Library book sale at Durango Public Library.Durango Herald file photo An $11,886 grant from the Colorado…

‘Walking Durango’ makes a splash
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‘Walking Durango’ makes a splash

December 3, 2014

Reader-walkers follow visual clues like this one, which adorns a highly visible Main Avenue establishment – on the Burns Bank Building where the Irish Embassy Pub is now located –…

Wandering cow blamed for rollovers
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Wandering cow blamed for rollovers

December 3, 2014

The accident occurred in front of Trooper Chris Balenti’s house about 10 p.m. Balenti was preparing for bed when he heard a boom after one semitrailer hit a cow wandering…

Noel Night to take place Friday
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Noel Night to take place Friday

December 3, 2014

Mr. and Mrs. Claus wave as they leave Buckley Park after the lighting of the tree during Noel Night last year. The 12th annual Noel Night will take place Friday.JERRY…