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Five fun ways to build your child’s brain
Family

Five fun ways to build your child’s brain

December 3, 2015

Enter survival mode. As parents, we’ve all been there. Because every child and developmental stage is different, some techniques that work with one child may not work with another. That’s…

Five reasons I love being the third wheel
Family

Five reasons I love being the third wheel

December 3, 2015

But some of my healthiest and most satisfying relationships are ones in which I’m the trusty ol’ third wheel. Here are a few reasons why I love it so much.…

And the West is History
And the West is History

And the West is History

December 3, 2015

75 years ago: “Merwyn Arnold, Silverton slayer, was committed to the state insane institution in Pueblo by a lunacy board. Arnold had been sent to Pueblo for observation and examination…

Health Briefs
Health

Health Briefs

December 2, 2015

Stilwell Dr. Dan Stilwell, doctor of podiatric medicine, will offer a free in-depth look at the mechanics of the foot and how to explore all options before choosing surgery at…

And the West is History
And the West is History

And the West is History

December 2, 2015

75 years ago: “A shelter for the convenience of skaters at the Hermosa Nurseries pond is being built by Leonard Zink.” 50 years ago: “Purgatory opens Saturday, Ray Duncan, president…

Testing finds no radiation in seafood from Alaska
Food

Testing finds no radiation in seafood from Alaska

December 1, 2015

Alaska health authorities working with the federal Food and Drug Administration pronounced Alaska salmon, cod, halibut and other species free from radioactive contamination connected to the power plant damaged in…

Hanson goes from ‘MMMBop’ to ‘Mmmhops’
Food

Hanson goes from ‘MMMBop’ to ‘Mmmhops’

December 1, 2015

From left, brothers Zac Hanson, Isaac Hanson and Taylor Hanson have gone from belting out “MMMBop” to brewing their own Mmmhops beer.Courtesy of Hanson Brothers Beer The only consolation is…

The Grapevine:
Food

The Grapevine:

December 1, 2015

The holidays are a time for festivities with family, friends and coworkers, along with the merriment of food, wine and giving. This also can be the most expensive time of…

Cioppino is naturally healthy and impressively delicious
Food

Cioppino is naturally healthy and impressively delicious

December 1, 2015

Cioppino, a tomato-based fish stew made from simple and healthy ingredients is the ultimate guilt-free comfort food.Matthew Mead/Associated Press So if cioppino isn’t somewhere on your holiday menu, let’s change…

And the West is History
And the West is History

And the West is History

December 1, 2015

This picture appeared in the Nov. 26, 1963, Durango Herald. The cutline read: “Heralding the approach of Christmas, decorations along Main Avenue from Sixth Street to City Market in Durango…

And the West is History
And the West is History

And the West is History

November 30, 2015

75 years ago: “Pheasant hunters bound for the San Luis Valley and for the Montrose County swarmed out of Durango, and a reinforcing contingent is preparing to march tomorrow.” 50…

And the West is History
And the West is History

And the West is History

November 29, 2015

75 years ago: ANIMAS VALLEY – “A large crowd attended the community Thanksgiving dinner at the Grange Hall. According to all reports, everyone thoroughly enjoyed the day.” 50 years ago:…

And the West is History
And the West is History

And the West is History

November 28, 2015

Main Avenue and Ninth Street looking north in 1910. Note the trolley tracks in the middle of Main.Courtesy of Center of Southwest Studies 75 years ago: “The ‘premiere’ of Durango’s…

And the West is History
And the West is History

And the West is History

November 27, 2015

50 years ago: “Santa Claus arrived by helicopter on the lawn of Durango High School. The helicopter spun to Earth, Santa jumped out, and the big mechanized bird took off…