Southwest Lifestyle
Horoscopes
Horoscope for November 20, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Keep your pockets open, because gifts, goodies and favors from others might come your way unexpectedly today. Stay alert for this! GEMINI (May 21…
And the West is History
And the West is History
du1-i-syn 75 years ago: Eggs were “getting to be an aristocratic diet” at 50 cents a dozen, said Mrs. E.W. Rhodes of Tiffany. 50 years ago: It was announced that…
Southwest Life
Navajo Nation wild horse population about to explode
80,000 may soon roam reservation; tribe lacks money to address issue
Health
FDA warns of injury, death with herbal supplement kratom
Federal health authorities are warning about reports of injury, addiction and death with the herbal supplement that kratom has been promoted as an alternative to opioid painkillers and other prescription…
Southwest Life
Dolores Ranger District releases environmental impact statement
Documents define travel management for motorized recreation on forest roads and trails north of Dolores in the project area, which includes Bear Creek, Taylor Mesa, Calico National Recreation Trail, Bolam…
Health
Region affected by yellow fever vaccine shortage
Juan Basin Health will not receive yellow fever vaccine until mid-2018
Travel
Managing overtourism an increasing feature of global travel
Both are at the forefront of efforts to get a grip on “overtourism,” a phenomenon that is disrupting communities, imperiling cherished buildings and harming the experience of travelers and local…
Health
San Juan Regional Medical Center named among ‘best hospitals’
The hospital and its emergency medical services department have received Mission: Lifeline Gold Awards during the last two years, which demonstrates a commitment to quality patient care. For more information,…
Horoscopes
Horoscope for November 19, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): You might use a lot of energy to introduce reforms and improvements where you work. However, if you encounter opposition – pull back. You’ll…
Southwest Life
Long Hollow Dam extends growing season in dry region of La Plata County
“That extra water down there has been a huge relief,” said Trent Taylor, a farmer who raises hay and grain and also serves on the board of the La Plata…
Religion
Some religious groups allow courtship of underage girls
Allegations facing Roy Moore prompt reflections on fundamentalist culture
Travel
Travel books to inspire your next trips or to give as gifts
your dreams, soak in a good story or get practical tips
Food
The stuffed-pumpkin dish that will make vegetarians (and everyone else) happy this Thanksgiving
Biryani Stuffed Pumpkins.Deb Lindsey/Washington Post As tempting as it is to stuff a single large pumpkin, though, the degree of difficulty rises along with the poundage. A jack-o’-lantern-size specimen can…
Health
Heart Safe to offer first-aid, CPR classes
Associated Press file A basic first-aid class will be held at 3 p.m. and an adult CPR class will be held at 6 p.m. Dec. 6.A CPR class for health…
Horoscopes
Horoscope for November 18, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): The New Moon today is the only New Moon opposite your sign all year. That means this is the perfect day to ask yourself…
Southwest Life
Join scavenger hunt at Mancos State Park on Fresh Air Friday
Mancos State Park, at 42545 Road N in Mancos, will host a photo scavenger hunt Nov. 24 for Fresh Air Friday.Courtesy of Colorado Parks and Wildlife “The traditional ‘Black Friday’…
Health
Durango psychiatric nurse recognized for work
Of more than 200,000 U.S. nurse practitioners, about 9,000 are board certified in psychiatric mental health. McCusker treats patients in Colorado, Minnesota and South Dakota. For more information, visit www.encounter.health.
Community
October Births
Jennifer and Marshall Ince, Cortez, Hayden Marshall, 6 lbs., 12 oz., 4:41 p.m., Oct. 6. Relyna Sandoval and Jose Diaz-Cruz, Durango, Leo Joseph, 7 lbs., 4 ozs., 7:55 a.m., Oct.…
Lifestyle
Thank You Letters
More than 100 volunteers contributed their time to make the annual Friends of the Durango Public Library holiday bag sale a smashing success. Money from the sale, as always, sponsor…
Religion
Christ the King seeking grant applicants
The application deadline is Dec. 1. For applications, visit the church at 495 Florida Road or go to www.ctkdurango.org/resources/forms-and-documents. For more information, call 247-5310.
And the West is History
And the West is History
du1-i-syn 75 years ago: It was announced that Mrs. J.B. Hersch of Pagosa Springs, president of the Southwest District Federation of Women’s Clubs, and Mrs. T.C. Childress of Durango visited…
Food
Organic-food purists assail the designation for hydroponics
Red lettuce grows at an aquaponic farm, a form of hydroponic cultivation, on Nov. 2 in Hilliard, Fla. The National Organic Standards Board, which advises the U.S. Department of Agriculture,…
Community
Arc of Colorado honors community member
Naudu1-i-syn Nau is employed by Southwest Center for Independence as a youth independent living specialist and teaches self-advocacy skills and helps young people with disabilities and their families gain access…
Community
Macy’s Thanksgiving parade to feature young Durangoan
Coxdu1-i-syn The performance includes 128 children, ages 9-16, from 104 cities directly related to members of all branches of U.S. armed forces, active duty personnel, including veterans, reservists, wounded warriors…
Horoscopes
Horoscope for November 17, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): You will be a force to contend with if you have to defend an inheritance or how to divide shared property, or deal with…
Religion
St. Columba plans Christmas bazaar
More than 35 area craftspeople will sell homemade, handcrafted goods, including stained glass, jewelry, quilts and wreaths, and young members of St. Columba will sell breakfast burritos, chili, hot dogs…
Food
To make an excellent Cosmo, don’t mess up the key ingredient
Imagine my shock some years ago when I first mixed up a Cosmopolitan, the most famous cocktail in which America’s favorite holiday berry plays a marquee role. Relying on a…
Horoscopes
Horoscope for November 16, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): All your relationships with partners and close friends will be affectionate and easygoing today. Your ability to deal with members of the general public…
Southwest Life
Keeping the tradition of Navajo moccasin-making alive
“I like this room of Navajo people making moccasins,” Dedman said Nov. 8. “This is what it should be like. Not us running into town to buy moccasins from the…