Southwest Life
Restoration of 1883 steam engine ‘on track’
Volunteers aim to bring Alamosa locomotive back to life
Southwest Lifestyle
Travel
Irma cancels honeymoon, postpones funeral, disrupts trips
A monitor is shown listing cancelled flights at Miami International Airport in Miami. In addition to residents affected by Hurricane Irma in Florida and the Caribbean, thousands of travelers’ vacation…
Health
Hormone pills don’t shorten older women’s lives, study shows
In research results released Tuesday, Dr. JoAnn Manson poses says hormones may be appropriate for some women when used short-term to relieve hot flashes and other bothersome menopause symptoms.Associated Press…
Food
Aztec to put on green chile fest
The event will feature chile roasting, barrel-train rides, face painting, live music, a play area, beverages from Wines of the San Juan and food from The Purple Crow. For more…
Food
Ignacio to host rocky mountain oyster event
An all-you-can eat dinner will be offered, including rocky mountain oysters, chicken, coleslaw, beans, rolls, dessert, tea and lemonade. The event is alcohol and tobacco free. Cost is $15 for…
Horoscopes
Horoscope for Sept. 12, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): This is the perfect day to make plans to redecorate or improve the appearance of your home. Likewise, family discussions will be grounded and…
Southwest Life
Mesa Verde to host star party Sept. 16
Mesa Verde National Park will host a star party Sept. 16.Journal file The Milky Way and Saturn’s rings will be visible under minimal light pollution, and local and park astronomers…
And the West is History
And the West is History
75 years ago: A meeting was held at the district courtroom for project leaders and others interested in clothing work. 50 years ago: Out of all who attended the event,…
Community
High Noon Rotary to meet Thursday
The guest speaker will be Kevin DesPlanques, a local unique furniture maker. Lunch will be available for $17. For more information, visit www.durangohighnoonrotary.com.
Horoscopes
Horoscope for Sept. 11, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): There’s no question that this is a playful time for you. (Today you’re a Friday person in a Monday world.) Meet someone for coffee…
And the West is History
And the West is History
75 years ago: Thomas Cummins, formerly of Durango, was appointed assistant road foreman of equipment on the Alamosa division of the Rio Grande railroad. 50 years ago: La Plata Pomona…
Southwest Life
Archaeological Conservancy offers tours of Yellow Jacket ruin
are available for one of largest ancient villages in region
Southwest Life
Donate produce to support community members in need
Durango Herald file The project, which has the goal of bolstering food-assistance programs with fresh garden crops, will provide local produce to community members in need. Regional gardeners and farmers…
Travel
Therapy dogs calm stressed airline passengers
Los Angeles, weary fliers find joy in canine greetings
Horoscopes
Horoscope for Sept. 10, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Today the Moon is in your sign, which gives you a slight advantage over all the other signs. It also heightens your emotional reaction…
And the West is History
And the West is History
75 years ago: The local draft board began sending notices for physical examinations to married men without children. 50 years ago: With plans to begin a new term of evening…
Travel
In Arizona, vintage trailer court takes tourists back to 1950s
Decades later, that mid-century feeling endures at this southern Arizona tourist stop. Lined inside with warm woods, vintage aluminum travel trailers manufactured under names such as Airstream, Spartan Royal Mansion,…
Southwest Life
Hike near Silverton to explore glacial geology
Durango Herald file Certified guide MK Gunn will lead a hike to the high-alpine lakes from the trailhead and teach participants about glacial geology. A carpool from Durango will leave…
Horoscopes
Horoscope for Sept. 9, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Romance will be hot and heavy today. However, other areas of your life also will be intense and powerful, like sporting events, the arts…
Community
Thank you Letters
Chris “Bal” Balchunas was hit while riding his bike to work at 5:30 a.m. Aug. 7 and suffered unfortunate injuries. The generous community of Durango raised, and continues to raise,…
Community
Senior Calendar
2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 Monday 2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 10 a.m. Visually Impaired Persons support group. 10:15 a.m. Watch Your Step exercise. Noon Recreational bridge. 12:45 p.m. Dominoes. 1 p.m.…
Community
Fort Lewis College Calendar
Saturday Self-defense class, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Aspen Hall, 247-7491, [email protected]. Dance team tryouts, 9 a.m.-noon, Whalen Gymnasium, [email protected]. The Impact Experience, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Leadership Center, Student Union, [email protected]. “Yogafest”…
And the West is History
And the West is History
75 years ago: A special drive for “useless machinery, rubber, rags and other metals necessary to keep war plants operating” was soon to come to an end. 50 years ago:…
Horoscopes
Horoscope for Sept. 8, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): This is a feel-good day for you! Enjoy redecorating where you live. Invite people over because you love to entertain and offer your guests…
Community
Vigil to be held Sunday to mark 100 days of sanctuary
Sabido, who is facing deportation, has been in sanctuary at Mancos United Methodist Church, and her supporters will hold a non-denominational vigil to mark her 100th day of safe refuge.…
And the West is History
And the West is History
75 years ago: The names of three Colorado men, including one from Durango, were displayed in a list of 435 naval casualties that were reported from Aug. 13 to Aug.…
Horoscopes
Horoscope for Sept. 7, 2017
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): You will prefer to work alone or behind the scenes today because of the position of the Moon. Just lie in the tall grass…
Southwest Life
Access to McPhee Reservoir improves at Sage Hen
roads to McPhee reopened; Road X still closed
Travel
Audacious autumn: Estes Park Elk Fest, Albuquerque balloon festival and events around region, U.S.
Consider adding one of these audacious autumnal experiences to your calendar: a squirrel cook off in Arkansas, ukulele festival in Florida, caterpillar races in North Carolina or the annual wife-carrying…
Religion
White Christians are now a minority of U.S. population
White Christians, once predominant in the country’s religious life, now make up only 43 percent of the population, according to the Public Religion Research Institute, or PRRI, a polling organization…