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Six ways to make kitchen prep work easier and tidier
Food

Six ways to make kitchen prep work easier and tidier

February 17, 2019

Freezing meat for a brief time makes cutting easier.Stacy Zarin Goldberg/Washington Post Here are some of my favorite quick tips: Partially freeze ingredients. When dicing bacon for my recent Cuban…

Studying the Bible in public schools: An old culture war returns
Religion

Studying the Bible in public schools: An old culture war returns

February 16, 2019

Advocates of Bible studying believed it would help cultivate morals.David Goldman/Associated Press Recently, President Donald Trump tweeted his support for these laws, writing, “Numerous states introducing Bible Literacy classes. ……

Senior Calendar
Community

Senior Calendar

February 15, 2019

2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 Monday 2424 Main Ave., 382-6445Closed for Presidents Day Tuesday 9 a.m. Crochet/Knitting. 9:15 a.m. Beginning Tai Chi. 9:30 a.m. Zumba. 10:30 a.m. AARP, WYS. 12:30 p.m.…

Theme contest underway for 2019 fair
Community

Theme contest underway for 2019 fair

February 15, 2019

Themes should reflect the family and community nature of the fair. Keep theme or slogan to 10 words or fewer. Artwork is encouraged and can be dropped off with theme…

Lifelong Learning lecture to be held Thursday
Community

Lifelong Learning lecture to be held Thursday

February 15, 2019

Todt brings two doctorates (history and organizational psychology) and two career paths (college teaching and hospital administration) to bear on the political, economic and social divisiveness we are experiencing today.…

Kiwanis Club to meet Thursday
Community

Kiwanis Club to meet Thursday

February 15, 2019

Tammy Tyner, program and marketing director at the Women’s Resource Center, will share information about the programs the center offers. The meeting is open to all and lunch is optional…

Durango AARP Fire, Falls and Safety Lecture
Community

Durango AARP Fire, Falls and Safety Lecture

February 15, 2019

Durango Fire Department Safety Officer Scott Davis will talk about fire, falls and safety. AARP members and seniors in the community are invited. Those who would like to eat at…

Cleaning routine shows promise in curbing superbug infection
Health

Cleaning routine shows promise in curbing superbug infection

February 13, 2019

Researcher Raheeb Saavedra demonstrates how to use a medicated ointment for a study on preventing superbug infections. Hospitalized patients who harbor superbugs can cut their risk of developing full-blown infections…

Lowry Pueblo gets 3D treatment
Southwest Life

Lowry Pueblo gets 3D treatment

February 13, 2019

The project used Light Direction and Ranging (LiDAR) scanning and close-range photogrammetry to thoroughly document the above-ground, standing prehistoric architecture at Lowry Pueblo. Three-dimensional images and Historic American Buildings Survey…

Durango Barbershoppers offering singing valentines
Community

Durango Barbershoppers offering singing valentines

February 13, 2019

Singing valentines can be purchased for the sweetheart of your choice for $49 and includes two songs, a carnation and a small box of chocolates. A barbershop quartet will be…