Pine River Library will host a free outdoor showing of the 2023 film “Wonka” starting around sunset July 19. Bring a own blanket or chair and enjoy a night at…
Twenty-four years ago, the Works Progress Administration-built grandstands at the La Plata County Fairgrounds were demolished. Built in 1937 during the Great Depression, the 63-year-old, 7,000-seat structure had become dangerous…
Four Corners Back Country Horsemen will sponsor “Hoof Biomechanics and Orthotics for Performance and Longevity” at 3 p.m. July 27 at Durango Cowboy Church, 1867 State Highway 172. Live polymer…
The Animas Valley Grange will host “Simple steps to maximize the benefits of rain in your home landscape,” by Eva Montane, president of Columbine Landscape Co., at 6:30 p.m. July…
Ed Horvat, the author of “Images of America: La Plata County,” will speak about his new book containing more than 200 images of the county at 1 p.m. July 13…
This group of business boosters is shown in front of the Hans Aspaas store in Ignacio around 1915. The woman in the first vehicle is holding an “Ignacio” pennant as…
The Friends of Durango Public Library are holding their summer book sale on July 12 and 13 at the library, 1900 East Third Ave. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. for…
Claire Choate of Durango has been named to the dean’s list at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for the spring semester of the 2023-24 academic year. Choate, a sophomore majoring in…
These students were named to the dean’s list at Rochester Institute of Technology for the spring semester of the 2023-24 academic year. Sydney Pritchard of Durango, computer science program.Dylan Pegg…
The family of Candace Christine Wilson-Murphy (7/3/1976-5/7/2024) wishes to thank each of you for her care, the lovely cards, flowers, food and caring thoughts. Deeply appreciated and gratefully acknowledged. The…
Area housing experts have said innovative and creative solutions are key to solving the Durango and La Plata County housing shortage. Durango resident Liza Tregillus says she has a novel…
Smelter Mountain was nearly obscured by the ever-present smoke from the American Smelting and Refining Co.’s smelter operation the day this photo was taken of the Graden Mill and Elevator.…
On May 26, the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Durango Mesa Park and KSUT Public Radio partnered to bring Michael Franti & Spearhead to Durango Mesa. This first…
Man 2 Man Prostate Cancer Support Group of Durango will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 2 via Zoom. The group consists of survivors of prostate cancer and men…
Housing Solutions for the Southwest will open its Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist for Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma, and San Juan counties from July 15 to July 31. For more…
Until the Spanish Trails Fiesta started in the 1930s, the annual Fourth of July celebration was La Plata County’s biggest public event of the year. This patriotic-themed float seen in…
Center for Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College will open its doors at 6 a.m. Thursday so people can see the spiral image cast by the solar window during the…
In a crowded subway station during rush hour there was a man acting erratically. He kept pacing back and forth near the edge of the platform and occasionally looked over…
The 10th annual Naughty School Girl Run, Shoultz’ze Veterans Benefit a Local Veterans Fundraiser will be held starting 8:30 a.m. June 29 at Durango Harley-Davidson. The annual veterans benefit is…
The Rotary Club of Durango High Noon has awarded scholarships to 17 local students for fall 2024. They are: Academic (college) David Fitzgerald, Big Picture High SchoolRachal Goodwin, Ignacio High…
Native Durangoan, Ward Lee, ran the summer youth baseball program, “Old Timers,” in La Plata County for 42 years. Here, a young Durango High School player demonstrates to the youth…
I would like to thank my wonderful neighbors on Wood Haven Way in Durango West I for helping to keep my drive, walk and deck clear of the snow. Without…
This year, the United Nations General Assembly adopted an International Day of Play, to be celebrated on June 11 every year. This day brings attention to the power of play…
Durango’s San Juan Angler fly fishing shop will host a free Fly Fishing 101 class at from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 22 at Pine River Library, 395 Bayfield…
The League of Women Voters of La Plata County will host a free advanced screening of the documentary “UNDIVIDE US” at 5:30 p.m. June 25 at Durango Public Library, 1900…
Taken before 1900, this photo shows the Buchanan sisters, Ruby Fry and Nettie Grabowsky, with their husbands and friends on a day trip near Rockwood. Daughters of Hermosa orchardist, Andrew…
Shared School is a free program that is provided by Durango School District 9-R for home-school families. It has two programs: a Tuesday/Thursday program, and a Wednesday program. Both programs…
La Plata County Humane Society will hold its 20th annual Adopt-A-thon from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. June 7 and 8 at 1111 South Camino del Rio, just north of…
Since 2009, AHS has delivered rigorous college and career preparation through project-based learning in a small school environment. While we’ve always infused our curriculum with experiential learning, this school year…
The public is invited to a Frybread Sale at the Durango Flea Market from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at 2500 Main Ave. The sale is a benefit for…
