Southwest Lifestyle

5 ways to prepare and pack for COVID-era travel
Travel

5 ways to prepare and pack for COVID-era travel

August 25, 2021

Adobe Stockcca A lot has changed in the travel world since the pre-pandemic days of 2019. Should you bring your vaccine card? Do you need additional travel insurance? Here are…

Southwest Roundtable expands History Live project
Community

Southwest Roundtable expands History Live project

August 21, 2021

Elsa Wolff will appear as Amelia Earhart on Sept. 23. (Courtesy) Co-sponsored by Colorado Humanities and the Southwest Colorado Humanities Roundtable, the events range from lectures to movies plus two…

And the West is History: Gem Theatre –1921
And the West is History

And the West is History: Gem Theatre –1921

August 20, 2021

The Gem Theatre at the northwest corner of 10th Street and Main Avenue is pictured in 1921. It was just six years earlier that future world champion boxer Jack Dempsey…

Neighborhood hosts happy hour
Community

Neighborhood hosts happy hour

August 20, 2021

The neighborhood features organic gardens and an active community and is surrounded by more than 350 acres of meadows, pastures and forests. The community plans to add 14 more homes.…

Daughters of the American Revolution to meet
Community

Daughters of the American Revolution to meet

August 20, 2021

Ruth Lambert will discuss investigative procedures and the ongoing work of the Pioneer Cemetery in Pagosa Springs. The meeting is open to the public, but space is limited. Membership in…

Volunteers of America to host scavenger hunt
Community

Volunteers of America to host scavenger hunt

August 20, 2021

Challenges will take players to several landmarks around downtown Durango. Challenges maybe completed any time throughout the month. Families are encouraged to participate. Awards, celebration and a grand prize drawing…

Community Connections to host annual meeting
Community

Community Connections to host annual meeting

August 20, 2021

Participants will learn more about Community Connections, its leadership and the organization’s plans for the future. To join the meeting, visit bit.ly/3AUT4Kx.

Elm seed bugs can be a major nuisance pest
Southwest Life

Elm seed bugs can be a major nuisance pest

August 16, 2021

The elm seed bug is relatively new to our area, with the first detections made in 2017 in Mesa, Delta and Montrose counties. (Courtesy of Utah State University)cca Plenty of…

Western states face first federal water cuts
Regional News

Western states face first federal water cuts

August 16, 2021

People take pictures of Lake Mead near Hoover Dam at the Lake Mead National Recreation Area on Aug. 13 in Arizona. The bathtub ring of light minerals shows the high…

Town of Bayfield to host block party
Community

Town of Bayfield to host block party

August 16, 2021

The town of Bayfield will host its Block Party from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday on Mill Street. The party will feature live music with Midnight Backhand, the Pine River…

Stockman and Stewardship to host education seminar
Southwest Life

Stockman and Stewardship to host education seminar

August 12, 2021

Stockman and Stewardship will host an educational seminar Aug. 27 and Aug. 28 at Spring Hollow Ranch & Equestrian Park, 256 Rancho Milagro Way, Hesperus. The seminar will feature presentations…

Ohana Kuleana to host open house
Community

Ohana Kuleana to host open house

August 11, 2021

Members will answer gardening questions and offer demonstrations of techniques they use to enhance production and preserve moisture. Sustainability measures include rain barrels, vermicomposting and the use of terra cotta…

Durango Food Bank seeks volunteers
Community

Durango Food Bank seeks volunteers

August 10, 2021

Durango Food Bank is in need of volunteers to help serve the community. The food bank works in collaboration with the community to feed neighbors in need and is seeking…

SASO to offer sexual assault victim advocate training
Health

SASO to offer sexual assault victim advocate training

August 10, 2021

Sexual Assault Services Organization will host a free 30-hour sexual assault victim advocate training from Sept. 18 to Sept. 30. The training teaches participants how to support survivors and become…

Cowboy Poetry Gathering seeks parade entries
Community

Cowboy Poetry Gathering seeks parade entries

August 6, 2021

The Cowboy Parade is free to enter and open to any entry that is not motor-propelled. Trophies will be awarded in nine categories. Advance registration is encouraged and appreciated. To…