Southwest Lifestyle

San Francisco curbs waste with public toilets
Travel

San Francisco curbs waste with public toilets

August 2, 2019

An attendant exits a “Pit Stop” public toilet on Sixth Street, Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019, in San Francisco. A 5-year-old portable toilet program in San Francisco that provides homeless people…

Heart Safe La Plata announces August classes
Health

Heart Safe La Plata announces August classes

August 2, 2019

3-6 p.m. Wednesday, community basic first aid.6 -10 p.m. Wednesday, community adult/child/infant CPR.6-10 p.m. Aug. 14, adult/child/infant CPR and CPR for health care professionals.All classes will take place at the…

Ska Brewing Co. brings back Oktoberfest
Food

Ska Brewing Co. brings back Oktoberfest

August 1, 2019

Ska brewing Co’s Oktoberfest rereleases for the season on Friday.Courtesy of Ska Brewing Co. Ska brewed and canned a small batch of this craft lager for the first time in…

Durango Solar Car team thanks supporters
Community

Durango Solar Car team thanks supporters

July 30, 2019

We are truly grateful for all the support that our team has received on this journey, and we look forward to continuing this project into the coming years.

Wiebe family grateful for community support
Community

Wiebe family grateful for community support

July 30, 2019

We also want to thank Shannon Mullane and The Durango Herald for honoring Scott; our son, grandson, brother, father and nephew. We are blessed to live in such a great…

PowerFall Ball tickets on sale
Community

PowerFall Ball tickets on sale

July 30, 2019

The event will take place Sept. 20, with science, technology and philanthropy awards, a high-tech science-themed silent auction, live music and more. Tickets are $75. All proceeds will support STEM…

Durango Botanical Society to host appreciation party
Community

Durango Botanical Society to host appreciation party

July 30, 2019

Members and non-members are welcome. Attendees will discover new member benefits, learn about plans for future gardens, a new mobile app and meet the new class of graduating docents. Activities…

Photo: Fiesta Parade pageantry
And the West is History

Photo: Fiesta Parade pageantry

July 28, 2019

Two horseback riders take part in the 1956 Spanish Trails Fiesta parade. The parade is proceeding north to south in front of the old U.S. Postal Service office on Main…

St. Ignatius Church to host celebration Sunday
Religion

St. Ignatius Church to host celebration Sunday

July 27, 2019

A Mass celebration at 10:30 a.m. will be followed by dinner, music, bingo for fun, folkloric dancers, bazaar and the annual raffle. Everyone is invited. For more information or questions,…

Library to celebrate end of summer reading program
Community

Library to celebrate end of summer reading program

July 27, 2019

Cortez Library will celebrate the end of summer reading Aug. 2 with prizes and a movie.Courtesy of Cortez Public Library The celebration will include a prize drawing, handing out reward…

Durango High Noon Rotary to meet Thursday
Community

Durango High Noon Rotary to meet Thursday

July 26, 2019

Doug McCarthy and JJ Besini will talk about the La Plata County/Archuleta County Health Improvement Plan. Community members are welcome to attend. Lunch will be available for $17. For more…

Self-care and Sunshine fundraiser to benefit WRC
Community

Self-care and Sunshine fundraiser to benefit WRC

July 26, 2019

Easy Zumba dance routines for all ages and stages of fitness will begin at 10 a.m. Wear gym clothes and bring water and sunscreen. Relaxing and restorative yoga will be…

Powerhouse to host grand opening for new exhibit
Community

Powerhouse to host grand opening for new exhibit

July 26, 2019

The event will have family friendly activities and happy hour beverage specials. The entire museum will be open with free admission during this time. The TinkerLab is an all-ages space…