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Powerhouse to host showing of “Gather at the River”
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Powerhouse to host showing of “Gather at the River”

February 21, 2020

There will be free local beer and whiskey tastings while learning about community approaches to tackling statewide water issues. A cash bar will be available. Register online at www.rmpbs.org/events/waterweek.

La Plata Family Center seeks help with study
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La Plata Family Center seeks help with study

February 21, 2020

Families with children are invited to join the study. Participants will answer questions about themselves and their family at La Plata Family Center, 150 Tech Center Drive, Suite A. Participants…

Music in the Mountains seeks board members
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Music in the Mountains seeks board members

February 21, 2020

Music in the Mountains board members are charged with working collaboratively to direct and support a well-established organization. Board members are community members and professionals who come together to make…

City opens applications for citizen’s police academy
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City opens applications for citizen’s police academy

February 20, 2020

The academy increases citizens’ understanding of police work and law enforcement’s role in the criminal justice system. Durango Police Officers, civilian employees and community partners teach sessions on a variety…

Four Corners Prostate Cancer Support Group to meet
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Four Corners Prostate Cancer Support Group to meet

February 20, 2020

Anyone with prostate issues, prostate cancer diagnosis or post prostate cancer treatment concerns is welcome to attend. The guest speaker will be Janet Wilson of Mercy Medical Physical Therapy who…

VFW Post 4031 raising money for kitchen remodel
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VFW Post 4031 raising money for kitchen remodel

February 20, 2020

After the upgrade, the VFW will be better able to host fundraisers, such as Veterans’ Breakfast, Friday night fundraisers and special event lunches. In addition, community members will be able…

Winter tree watering necessary during drought
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Winter tree watering necessary during drought

February 19, 2020

The Colorado State Forest Service offers these winter-watering tips: Water when it is warm, when snow has melted off and the temperature is above 40 degrees.Water a wide area to…

Mesa Verde National Park to host winter festival Feb. 28
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Mesa Verde National Park to host winter festival Feb. 28

February 19, 2020

Participants will explore Mesa Verde’s Morefield Campground and the Meadow Bliss and Cottontail Loop trails in the moonlight by snowshoe or skis. The park will also host night sky viewing,…

Hunter education instructors needed in Durango area
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Hunter education instructors needed in Durango area

February 17, 2020

Hunter education prepares new hunters to go into the field. The classes provide instruction on regulations, firearms safety, how to hunt and wildlife management. Completing a hunter education class is…

Photo: New Smokestack for Power Plant –1948
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Photo: New Smokestack for Power Plant –1948

February 17, 2020

The building that now houses the Powerhouse Science Center was built with Mission-style architecture in 1892. It was one of the earliest coal-fired alternating current electric plants in the world.…

Four Corners Beekeepers to meet Feb. 20
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Four Corners Beekeepers to meet Feb. 20

February 17, 2020

The meeting will address management plans for colonies, how to do more than just help bees survive, woodenware options, overcoming the wasp super-year and bear fences. For more information, call…

Marvel Grange to host luau
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Marvel Grange to host luau

February 14, 2020

A traditional luau meal will be served, including kaula pork, shoyu chicken, shrimp rice, cole slaw, plain rice, fresh fruit and dessert and beverages. The Sleeping Ukes from Cortez and…