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Photo: The fairgrounds ‘airport’
And the West is History

Photo: The fairgrounds ‘airport’

May 20, 2019

This photo, captioned “First plane to land in Durango,” was taken at the La Plata County Fairgrounds in September 1913, less than 10 years after the Wright brothers’ first flight.…

Are yoga and mindfulness in schools religious?
Religion

Are yoga and mindfulness in schools religious?

May 17, 2019

Students work on yoga postures during Mindful Studies class in 2014 at Wilson High School in Portland, Ore. The yearlong course incorporated mindfulness, yoga and meditation.Associated Press file The rise…

Heartwood Cohousing to host potluck
Community

Heartwood Cohousing to host potluck

May 17, 2019

The fourth Friday potlucks allow those interested in Heartwood Cohousing to get acquainted with the community. Take a tour and then enjoy happy hour and a potluck dinner. Bring a…

Senior Center Calendar
Community

Senior Center Calendar

May 17, 2019

2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 Daily 2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 Billiards, reading, darts, TV, meal. Monday 9:30 a.m. Seated Tai Chi. 10 a.m. Belly Dance Club. 10:15 a.m. WYS. 12:30 p.m.…

Fort Lewis College Calendar
Community

Fort Lewis College Calendar

May 17, 2019

Saturday Dance in the Rockies Spring Recital, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall, cost: $15, contact: 247-7657. Purchase tickets online at: www.durangoconcerts.com. Sunday Dance in the Rockies Spring Recital,…

Dolores River Festival is June 1
Community

Dolores River Festival is June 1

May 17, 2019

Nine bands will perform between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. on two different stages set up at Joe Rowell Park. Admission is $25. “It’s an amazing live music lineup for…

Bridge Scores
Community

Bridge Scores

May 17, 2019

(ALL PAIRS SCORED 50+ PERCENT) May 9 – Non-Life Master First: S. Croom/J. Goldstein Second: L. Hawk/C. Schadt Third: C. & G. Graves Fourth: J. Skjold/S. Zerbe Fifth: J. Newlin/N.…

Mercy awarded for patient experience
Health

Mercy awarded for patient experience

May 17, 2019

This distinction recognizes Mercy, which is part of the Centura Health network, as being among the top 10% of hospitals nationwide for patient experience, according to Healthgrades, the leading online…

Fairgrounds Speedway to open this weekend
Community

Fairgrounds Speedway to open this weekend

May 17, 2019

The racing season will kick off this weekend at Montezuma Fairgrounds Speedway.The Journal file Montezuma Fairgrounds Speedway will open for the season this weekend from 5 to 11 p.m. Friday…

Trails 2000 to host trail work in Three Springs
Southwest Life

Trails 2000 to host trail work in Three Springs

May 17, 2019

No experience is necessary. Trails 2000 crew leaders will provide instructions, a safety tool talk, tools, gloves and water and snacks for volunteers. Participants should wear closed-toe shoes or boots,…

Manna to participate in Taste of Durango
Community

Manna to participate in Taste of Durango

May 16, 2019

The nonprofit will distribute free mini cookies to kids and sell its signature cookie. Information will be available about Manna’s Take-Home Backpack Program. To help feed children in need outside…

Durango Daybreak Rotary to meet
Community

Durango Daybreak Rotary to meet

May 16, 2019

The meeting’s presenter will be Tom Stritikus, president of Fort Lewis College. All are welcome. For more information, visit www.durangodaybreakrotary.org or www.facebook.com/groups/durangodaybreak.

High Noon Rotary to meet
Community

High Noon Rotary to meet

May 16, 2019

Leaders from Animas High School will be providing information about the evolution of and current status of the school. Community members are welcome to attend. Lunch is will available for…

Thank you from the Women’s Resource Center
Community

Thank you from the Women’s Resource Center

May 16, 2019

As a result of the efforts of our partners, donors, facilitators and volunteers, eighth grade girls at Bayfield Intermediate School were able to participate in interactive, engaging and self-motivating workshops,…

Durango Public Library to host happiness class
Community

Durango Public Library to host happiness class

May 16, 2019

Meiering is a local certified mindfulness teacher and professional life coach. This is a free talk. No registration is necessary. All are welcome. For more information, call 749-3019.

Animas Valley Grange to host drought landscaping talk
Southwest Life

Animas Valley Grange to host drought landscaping talk

May 16, 2019

Darrin Parmenter, director of the La Plata County Extension Office, will discuss: How to moderate the effects of drought by understanding the interactions between water and soil.How to conserve and…

U.S. measles cases still climbing, topping 800 for year
Health

U.S. measles cases still climbing, topping 800 for year

May 15, 2019

University of Pittsburgh pharmacy student Alexandria Taylor prepares syringes during a free measles vaccination clinic by the Allegheny County Health Department at the Homewood-Brushton YMCA in Pittsburgh. On Monday, U.S.…