Community
Volunteers needed for La Plata County Fair concert
Volunteers may claim community service credit
Southwest Lifestyle
Community
Virtual teen vaping talk to be held
Presenting the talk will be Chris Pasquale, who will discuss the most recent data on teen vaping use, prevalence, risk factors and prevention strategies for reducing youth e-cigarette use. The…
Community
Friends of library to host book sale
Genres features in the sale include home, hobbies, social sciences and fiction Q-Z. Books are $1 per pound. Proceeds benefit Durango Public Library.
Community
Senior Center to host ‘Fun-Raiser’ dance
Tickets are $10 per person with all proceeds going to the fight to end Alzheimer’s disease. Senior Center staff members will lead line dances and lessons in foxtrot, cha cha…
Southwest Life
Conservation dog has a nose for high alpine bumblebees
Research in Colorado mountains can shed light on changing climate
Community
Gardeners can enter contests at La Plata County Fair
The flavor of grilled carrots is complemented by a simple yet assertive pesto made from carrot greens.Matthew Mead/Associated Press The La Plata County Extension Office will accept entries of fruits,…
Southwest Life
Experts: New Mexico in for hotter, drier weather in 50 years
San Juan Basin may experience state’s greatest rise in temperature
Health
Study: Vaccinated people can carry as much virus as others
Bartender Denis Angelov pours drinks April 6 at Tin Pan Alley restaurant in Provincetown, Mass. A study of a large coronavirus outbreak in Provincetown suggests the amount of virus in…
Travel
Air travel hits another pandemic high, flight delays grow
The U.S. set another pandemic-era record for travel on Sunday, Aug. 1, with more than 2.2 million people going through airport checkpoints. That’s the biggest number in 17 months, although…
And the West is History
And the West is History: Downtown Saloon Scene – Ca. 1905
Unfortunately, this photograph of a Durango bar did not include the name of the saloon or the exact date. One of the men in the picture is identified, however. The…
Community
Thank you from Project Linus
(Courtesy) Twenty-one 4-H members, ages 5 to 14, made 11 double-sided fleece blankets for our organization. They will be donated to children in need of comfort in La Plata and…
Community
Hillcrest Women’s Golf Association grateful to community, donors
Thanks for the golf course donations: Black Canyon Golf, Bridges Golf, Cattails Golf, Cedaredge Golf, Cobble Creek, Conquistador Golf, Dalton Ranch Golf, Devil’s Thumb Golf, Divide Ranch & Golf, Dos…
Community
August library events
1900 East Third Ave. Contact: 375-3380, www.durangopubliclibrary.org. Events by date Aug. 1, all day: Free copies of Jon Meacham’s “The Soul of America,” available to patrons who sign up for…
Community
Habitat for Humanity seeks volunteers
No previous experience or skills are required to volunteer. Habitat provides support for engaging volunteers in its local mission. For more information, call 382-2215 or visit www.habitatlaplata.org.
Community
Sunnyside Library to close for cleaning
Outside those days, summer hours of 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Friday will remain in effect through Aug. 20. For more information, call 375-3816.
Community
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 impairment goggles that simulate vision while under the influence of…
Community
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 a helmet inspected and receive a bicycle safety check. Event…
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 each play a vital role in the greater ecosystem. Cost…
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 treatments for the disease. To protect member privacy, email name,…
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 Across America” fundraiser. The presenting members were: Vice President General…
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 front desk reception. For more information, contact Bernice Madril at…
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. 25, guests may participate in a ride on the Durango…
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 19th century photograph of some of the first pupils at…
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 Wegert and Hazel Brown during an afternoon practice session with…
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 miles above the Earth’s surface in May 2019.Associated Press file…
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 and caretaker’s house for the La Plata County Fairgrounds along…
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 orders will be available for pick up Oct. 15 to…
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, call 588-3386.
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 local restaurateurs and farmers at the dinner. Local First will…