Southwest Lifestyle

Colo. tree selected for Christmas at U.S. Capitol
Southwest Life

Colo. tree selected for Christmas at U.S. Capitol

July 28, 2020

The Christmas tree will make its way from the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests to the West Lawn of the Capitol building, where it will be decorated and…

What are the origins of cathedrals and chapels?
Religion

What are the origins of cathedrals and chapels?

July 27, 2020

As a scholar of the Bible, Judaism and Christianity, I have come to learn the historic importance of these structures and the pivotal role they play in the practice of…

Photo: Frank Fitchue – 1883
And the West is History

Photo: Frank Fitchue – 1883

July 27, 2020

This is a studio portrait of Durangoan Frank Fitchue taken in 1883. In November of that year, Fitchue was approached by Cellas Hawkins and four co-conspirators to assist in burglarizing…

TOPS to meet
Community

TOPS to meet

July 24, 2020

Former, present and prospective members are invited to a celebration of the service of Ellen Fisher to the local and regional chapters. She has served as area coordinator and local…

Self-guided nature trail opens
Community

Self-guided nature trail opens

July 24, 2020

The route provides mountain views and wildflowers on the 1.7 mile loop that follows the Brush Rake Mountain Bike trail. Pick up a brochure in the ticket office or at…

Bilyks celebrate 50th anniversary
Community

Bilyks celebrate 50th anniversary

July 24, 2020

Pat, a retired nurse, and Gary, a retired dentist, met at the University of Michigan and lived in Honolulu for many years. They have been in the Durango area for…