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Club grateful for successful fundraiser
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Club grateful for successful fundraiser

July 23, 2021

We could not hold this event without the support of the historic Strater Hotel banquet and kitchen staff, who store the food, prepare and bake biscuits, heat the sausage and…

Geologist to speak to Rotary Club
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Geologist to speak to Rotary Club

July 23, 2021

Brame will discuss how today’s San Juan Mountains landscape is the latest of four iterations of this mountainous area successively formed starting 1.7 billion years ago. These evolving landscapes resulted…

Food drive celebrates Morlan
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Food drive celebrates Morlan

July 23, 2021

All donations of nonperishable food will be accepted. Boxes will be set up for easy drop off. In 2016, Gov. John Hicklenlooper proclaimed July 28 Ed Morlan Day in Colorado.…

Disability awareness march to be held
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Disability awareness march to be held

July 23, 2021

Marchers should meet at 4 p.m. The march will follow Main Avenue to Buckley Park. A celebration with cake and punch will be held at the park after the march.…

CSU Extension’s Green School moves to online format
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CSU Extension’s Green School moves to online format

July 22, 2021

Colorado State University Extension’s Certified Colorado Gardener program has moved to an online format, informally known as Green School, and is now accepting applicants. Registrants may choose from either the…

Gear provided for fly fishing class
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Gear provided for fly fishing class

July 16, 2021

Learn the basics of setting up a fly rod, beginner casting skills and entomology. San Juan Angler’s guides will provide all the gear, equipment and tackle needed for the class,…

Concert Series to benefit nonprofits
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Concert Series to benefit nonprofits

July 16, 2021

The cover charge is a $10 cash donation and The Rochester provides a bar and food for sale at each event. The bands performing this year are La La Bones,…

Grange to hold yard sale
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Grange to hold yard sale

July 16, 2021

Items for sale include tools, small appliances, gardening gear, books, frames and household items. Donated items can be dropped at the grange from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday. For more…

Scouts return from Philmont hike
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Scouts return from Philmont hike

July 16, 2021

Pictured: Cory Heron, Derek Smith, Flint Gervais, Ray Heron, Linn Smith, Jonah Taylor, Eli Spaeder and Lucas Spaeder recently completed a 60-mile hike. (Courtesy of Erin Gervais) Leaders Cory Heron…

Arts and crafts festival to be held
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Arts and crafts festival to be held

July 16, 2021

The festival will feature local artists with hand/homemade arts, crafts and foods, including jewelry, woodwork, kitchen and home decor, clothing, candles, puppets, sun catchers and more. For more information, email…

Class of 1971 to hold reunion
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Class of 1971 to hold reunion

July 16, 2021

Durango High School class of 1971 will celebrate its 50-year reunion Aug. 27 and 28. Events will begin with a prereunion lunch and golf tournament Friday at Dalton Ranch Golf…

San Ignacio Fiesta to host parade
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San Ignacio Fiesta to host parade

July 16, 2021

Lineup and registration will begin at 9 a.m. No pre-registration or fee is required. Registration forms may be downloaded at www.stignatiuschurchignacio.com. No after parade park events or dance are planned…