Lifestyle

Church signs get hip with quips

But, sometimes, humor to lure worshippers can cross the line

January 3, 2014

Pope warns of poorly trained priests

Pope Francis talks with Jesuit leader Rev. Adolfo Nicolas before celebrating Mass with Jesuits on Friday in Rome.Riccardo De Luca/Associated…

January 3, 2014

Religion

Pope stresses strength, courage, hope in 2014

Pope Francis kisses the Holy Book as he celebrates Mass on New Year’s Day in St. Peter’s Basilica at the…

January 3, 2014

Food

Peruvian chef talks of cuisine, future of food

Richard Bernaola, left, and Executive Chef Diego Oka create ceviche dishes for the launch of the La Mar by Gaston…

December 31, 2013

Food

An easier way to eat more vegetables

Using a food processor to shred vegetables such as these beets, parsnips and carrots saves time in preparation and cooking.Matthew…

December 31, 2013

Food

Bon appétit, bibliophiles

A look at the year’s yummiest cookbooks

December 31, 2013

Food

Mormon-centric Utah epicenter for food storage

It’s more than just for disasters, and it’s gaining wider popularity

December 31, 2013

Food

Vending machines to post calories

Requiring calorie information to be displayed on roughly 5 million vending machines nationwide will help consumers make healthier choices, says…

December 31, 2013

Family

Tablets a hit with kids, but experts worry

Adam Cohen watches as his son Marc, 5, uses a tablet at their home in New York. Tablets of all…

December 28, 2013

Family

What happens when parents don’t like to play?

“When we played Monopoly, we were the worst. We actually applauded each other if you could steal money out of…

December 28, 2013

Religion

Defrocked Methodist minister receives job offer in Calif.

The defrocked pastor, the Rev. Frank Schaefer, who led a congregation in Lebanon, Pa., was stripped of his clerical credentials…

December 27, 2013

Religion

The race of Jesus: Unknown, yet powerful

2013, the debate was amplified, stirring controversy, emotions

December 27, 2013

Food

Roasted Shrimp Cocktail

Servings: 8 Ingredients: 1 quart grape tomatoes, halved 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar glaze 1 tablespoon horseradish…

December 24, 2013

Food

Pineapple Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Servings: 8 Ingredients: 2 cups shredded cooked chicken 2/3 cup pineapple salsa, strained 2 tablespoons chopped cherry peppers Soft lettuce…

December 24, 2013

Food

Ditch a formal dinner for apps

These easy appetizers – Roasted Shrimp Cocktail, Pineapple Chicken Lettuce Wraps, and Elvis Phyllo Cups – are a funky substitute…

December 24, 2013

Food

Elvis Phyllo Cups

Start to finish: 10 minutes Yield: Makes 15 cups Ingredients: 1/3 cup natural peanut butter 2 tablespoons powdered sugar 1…

December 24, 2013

Food

Ringing in 2014

Durangoans celebrate the New Year with traditional foods from many cultures

December 24, 2013

Food

Bidding adieu to Charlie Trotter and trans fats

Deen’s meltdown atop a list of food foibles

December 24, 2013

Southwest Life

Chaco’s ancient charm

the other Mesa Verde, visitors can navigate ruins, touch the past

December 21, 2013

Southwest Life

Officer wants to conquer swim challenge

Colorado Springs woman pursues global goal, despite her ongoing aversion to cold water

December 21, 2013

Family

Dads do diapers and more, myth-busting survey says

The nationally representative survey shows fathers’ involvement has increased slightly since the government first asked in 2002, coinciding with research…

December 21, 2013

Family

Have an Elf on the Shelf? You’re not alone

Eighteen-month-old Mati Kerby plays with a felt Elf on a Shelf at her home in Salt Lake City. The elf…

December 21, 2013

Religion

Mormons explain polygamy in church’s early days

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says in the new 1,400-word essay that most of the post-1890 plural…

December 20, 2013

Religion

Religion Briefs

The Durango Dharma Center has moved to a new space at 208 East Animas Road (County Road 250), at the…

December 20, 2013