Southwest Lifestyle

Marshal’s office to host barbecue

Food and refreshments will be provided. During the event, the public may check out the patrol cars, as well as…

July 31, 2021

Bike rodeo to prove safety tips, information

Participants will learn about bicycle safety, find out more about local trails, take advantage of free DPD bicycle registration, get…

July 31, 2021

Community

Purgatory nature walks return

Nature walks are lead by San Juan Mountains Association volunteer naturalists and offer information about plants, invasive species and how…

July 31, 2021

Community

Support group to host virtual meeting

The group consists of survivors and men who have been diagnosed with prostate issues, including cancer. Members discuss experiences and…

July 31, 2021

Community

Daughters of the American Revolution donate money to Animas Museum

Member of Daughters of the American Revolution donate money to Animas Museum. (Courtesy) The money was generated from the “Wreaths…

July 31, 2021

Community

Senior Center seeks volunteers

Volunteers are needed for all areas at the center, including Meals on Wheels deliveries, Council on Aging thrift store and…

July 31, 2021

Community

Class of 1960 to hold reunion

Registration, reception and dinner at the DoubleTree Hotel will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 24. On Sept.…

July 31, 2021

Regional News

Uncovering boarding school history makes for monumental task

In this July 8, 2021, photo, adjunct history professor and research associate Larry Larrichio holds a copy of a late…

July 30, 2021

Southwest Life

Unlikely circus thrives in small southern Colorado town

Colbie Brown practices on an aerial hoop, right, while Emily Haynes practices on silks while being observed by instructor Emily…

July 27, 2021

Southwest Life

‘Satellite constellations’ are filling the Arizona night sky

This picture shows sunlight reflecting off SpaceX Starlink mini satellites after they were put into their initial orbit about 180…

July 25, 2021

And the West is History

And the West is History: Fairgrounds Horse Stall Removal – 1999

In the midst of the Great Depression, the Works Progress Administration constructed a new entryway, ticket booths, grandstands, horse stalls…

July 23, 2021

Community

Demolition Derby tickets now on sale

scheduled for Aug. 14

July 23, 2021

Community

Durango Botanic Gardens to host bulb sale

More than 60 varieties of premium bulbs direct from Holland will be offered, most not available at local retailers. Bulb…

July 23, 2021

Community

Grange to host community breakfast

Pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, juice and coffee will be served. Donations are appreciated. Everyone is welcome. For more information,…

July 23, 2021

Community

Harvest Dinner to return in September

After a challenging year and a half for food businesses, Local First will showcase the hard work and talent of…

July 23, 2021

Community

Club grateful for successful fundraiser

We could not hold this event without the support of the historic Strater Hotel banquet and kitchen staff, who store…

July 23, 2021

Community

Geologist to speak to Rotary Club

Brame will discuss how today’s San Juan Mountains landscape is the latest of four iterations of this mountainous area successively…

July 23, 2021

Community

Food drive celebrates Morlan

All donations of nonperishable food will be accepted. Boxes will be set up for easy drop off. In 2016, Gov.…

July 23, 2021

Community

Disability awareness march to be held

Marchers should meet at 4 p.m. The march will follow Main Avenue to Buckley Park. A celebration with cake and…

July 23, 2021

Southwest Life

DUST 2 needs volunteers for trail work project in August

DUST 2 has organized a “Dig Where You Ride“ trail-building service project in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service from…

July 23, 2021

Southwest Life

CSU Extension’s Green School moves to online format

Colorado State University Extension’s Certified Colorado Gardener program has moved to an online format, informally known as Green School, and…

July 22, 2021

Health

U.S. life expectancy in 2020 saw biggest drop since WWII

According to a report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday, U.S. life expectancy fell by…

July 21, 2021

Travel

U.S. airlines say COVID-19 variants aren’t hurting bookings

Delta Air Lines passenger jets rest on the tarmac Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at Boston Logan International Airport in Boston.…

July 21, 2021

Health

Comfort Keepers offers support, resources for older adults

Comfort Keepers reminds community members that as the community opens up and life begins to look a little more like…

July 20, 2021

Southwest Life

La Plata Open Space Conservancy to host pollinator workshop

La Plata Open Space Conservancy will host a pollinator workshop July 31 on a conserved property on County Road 516,…

July 19, 2021

Travel

Going abroad? U.S. government says passport waits top 3 months

Americans hoping to travel abroad this summer may have to delay their plans if they need new or renewed passports.…

July 16, 2021

And the West is History

And the West is History: Durango Fire Department scene – 1931

The Durango Fire Department displays some of its firefighting equipment in this picture from 1931. This station was located on…

July 16, 2021

Community

Rotary club to meet in-person

Brenda Macon, executive director of Durango Arts Center, will discuss the center’s programs. Visitors are welcome. For more information, contact…

July 16, 2021

Community

Gear provided for fly fishing class

Learn the basics of setting up a fly rod, beginner casting skills and entomology. San Juan Angler’s guides will provide…

July 16, 2021

Community

Concert Series to benefit nonprofits

The cover charge is a $10 cash donation and The Rochester provides a bar and food for sale at each…

July 16, 2021