Horoscopes
Horoscope for Sept. 26, 2018
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): This is a positive, productive day. The Moon is in your sign, which means the universe owes you a favor. You have lots of…
Southwest Lifestyle
Religion
India bans instant divorce by Muslim men
Indian Muslim women rest inside Jama Masjid mosque in New Delhi, India. India’s government on Sept. 19, 2018, approved an ordinance to implement a top court ruling striking down the…
Health
Implant, intense rehab help 3 people paralyzed for years take steps
The milestone, reported by two teams of scientists working separately, isn’t a cure. The patients walk only with assistance – holding onto a rolling walker or with other help to…
Travel
Archaeologists discover ‘massive’ ancient building in Egypt
The Antiquities Ministry said Tuesday archaeologists also uncovered an attached building that includes a large Roman bath and a chamber likely used for religious rituals. Mostafa Waziri, secretary general of…
Community
In wake of fires, more than $500,000 raised to support disaster relief
du1-i-syn Alpine Bank donated a matching gift of $250,000 during the fundraising campaign. Individuals, businesses and families donated $304,000, including a $95,000 donation from CoBank. Gino Greco, regional CEO for…
Southwest Life
Juniper trees recover in Southwest Colorado
Arizona, Utah, outlook is grim for hardy tree
Travel
She was studying abroad; they thought she was a spy
Romanian secret police tracked U.S. researcher
Religion
Mastery of time topic of free talk at library
David Hohle of Chicago will be the featured speaker and discuss how the distinctions between time and timelessness, age and agelessness lead to allowing one to tangibly experience freedom from…
Health
Excessive drinking killed over 3 million people in 2016
The U.N. health agency also warned that current policy responses are not sufficient to reverse trends predicting an increase in consumption over the next 10 years. In a new report…
Southwest Life
Schleher plans lecture on ancient pueblo pottery
The talk is presented by the Hisatsinom Chapter of the Colorado Archaeological Society as part of the Four Corners Lecture Series. It is free and open to the public. Schleher…
Food
Durango breweries land two golds at Great American Beer Festival
Steamworks, Ska top kolsch, lager categories
Food
Offerman to narrate literary audiobook ‘Twain’s Feast’
Nick Offerman will narrate “Twain’s Feast,” a look at Twain’s life through the food he loved. The producer and distributor Audible Inc. announced Tuesday that the book comes out Nov.…
Travel
Searching for the golden larch tree high in the Northwest
Discovering the wonders of a deciduous conifer
Religion
Marriott to put Bible, Book of Mormon in 300,000 rooms
Marriott International, which bought Starwood two years ago, has begun putting copies of the Bible and the Book of Mormon in Sheratons, Westins and other hotels in the Starwood family.Rick…
Southwest Life
To protect pollinators, go easy on fall garden cleanup
A brush pile in near Langley, Wash, is an example of a gardener trying to provide wintertime protection for a variety of wildlife species in his yard, including pollinators.Dean Fosdick…
Health
Cornell review finds academic misconduct by food researcher
On Thursday, Cornell University said Brian Wansink, the prominent professor of food research, has resigned after an investigation found he committed academic misconduct.Associated Press file Brian Wansink has been removed…
Southwest Life
Dolores Ranger District seeks input on Lone Pine vegetation project
sales, prescribed burns proposed
Community
Senior Calendar
2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 Monday 2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 10 a.m. Bridge lesson. 10:30 a.m.: WYS. 12:30 p.m. Recreational bridge. 12:45 p.m. Canasta. 1p.m. Pool. 1p.m. Movie. Tuesday 9 a.m.…
Food
Big, juicy pork chops – stuffed and sauced with a flurry of fall flavors
Apple and Kale Stuffed Pork Chops with Riesling Mustard Sauce.Goran Kosanovic and Lisa Cherkasky/Washington Post To stuff the chops, you simply cut a slit in each piece of meat to…
Community
Bridge Scores
Sept. 13 Non-Life Master First: R. Houston/D. Sher Second: J. Mullins/M. Zempel Third: S. Letteney/S. Mondin Fourth: J. Mercer/J. Walter Fifth: S. Croom/J. Goldstein Sept. 14 Open Pairs First: J.…
Community
Ballroom dancing offered at Senior Center
The class will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. for six weeks. For more information, call 382-6445.
Community
Computer classes offered at the Senior Center
Introduction to iPad and iPhone: Part 1: Oct. 2. Start from the basics and work up. Participants will learn iPad/iPhone navigation skills, how settings can make things more “friendly,” making…
Community
MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM APPLICATION DEADLINE DEC. 31
Students will receive training in tree care, vegetables, soils, native plants, water wise gardening, pruning and more. The training uses on-site and distant education experts to teach a series of…
Community
Daybreak Rotary to meet Wednesday
Kate Pepinsky from La Plata Youth Services will be the featured speaker. All are welcome.
Southwest Life
Prospective owners, operators of Navajo coal plant end pursuit
Two companies that sought to take over the coal-fired Navajo Generating Station in Page, Ariz., have ended efforts to acquire it.Associated Press file The Navajo Generating Station near Page is…
Religion
First United Methodist Church to hold potluck
The Connect Team and Children & Family Ministry will provide burgers, hot dogs, condiments and drinks. Attendees are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share. There will…
Religion
Pope’s popularity is plummeting in the U.S. after sexual abuse scandals
Pope Francis, speaks during the welcoming ceremony at The National Palace in Mexico City, Mexico on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016.Susana Gonzalez/Bloomberg A Gallup poll released Tuesday found that 53 percent…
Travel
Get ready for ‘Bongzilla,’ selfie frenzy at Vegas pot museum
Las Vegas’ newest attraction – and Instagram backdrop – is a museum celebrating all things cannabis. Nobody will be allowed to light up at Cannabition when it opens Thursday because…
Health
New era in virtual reality therapy for common phobias
A virtual reality viewpoint from a simulation designed to help people with a fear of heights. Virtual reality therapy can help patients by exposing them gradually to their greatest terrors.…