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How a sacred emblem became New Mexico’s state symbol

exhibit explores appropriation of the zia

March 3, 2019

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Logging, thinning plan for Dolores District is released

Project boosts forest health and economy, officials say

March 3, 2019

Southwest Life

Volunteers sought for Colorado Trail crew

Trail crew members must be at least 16 years old and in good physical condition. No previous trail building experience…

March 2, 2019

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Archaeology society to host talk about prehistoric use of wood fuel in Four Corners

Magargal will give a talk titled “The Ecology of Contemporary and Prehistoric Use of Wood Fuel in the Four Corners.”…

March 1, 2019

Religion

In Denver, Methodist churches question their futures after LGBTQ ban

Adama Brown-Hathasway, left, The Rev. Dr. Jay Williams, both from Boston, and Ric Holladay of Kentucky join in prayer during…

February 28, 2019

Southwest Life

Wildlife managers track eagles’ movements in Southwest Colorado

Transmitters provide illuminating insights into birds’ behaviors, migration habits

February 28, 2019

Religion

United Methodist delegates reject recognizing gay marriage

may cause defections

February 27, 2019

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Proposal seeks memorial for U.S. Civil War site in New Mexico

A makeshift memorial to Hispanic Civil War Union soldiers who fought in the Battle of Glorieta Pass in Northern New…

February 27, 2019

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Heart Safe La Plata to offer CPR and first aid classes

A basic first-aid class will be held at 3 p.m. and an adult/child/infant CPR class will be held at 6…

February 27, 2019

Food

Durango gym owner distills years of fitness experience into “Wellness Toolbox”

Roberts’ fitness and nutrition book a guide to making healthier choices

February 27, 2019

Food

‘Ugly produce’ trend may have limits, as grocers end tests

Walmart and Whole Foods in recent years tried selling some blemished fruits and vegetables at a discount, produce they said…

February 26, 2019

Religion

Australian Cardinal George Pell convicted of sexually assaulting two choirboys

Cardinal George Pell arrives at the County Court in Melbourne, Australia, on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019. The most senior Catholic…

February 25, 2019

Religion

Analysis: Pope’s sex abuse summit: What it did and didn’t do

Pope Francis celebrated a final Mass to conclude his extraordinary summit of Catholic leaders summoned to Rome for a tutorial…

February 25, 2019

Food

For more streamlined chicken enchiladas, use a slow cooker

This recipe for Chicken Enchiladas appears in the cookbook “The Complete Slow Cooker” by America’s Test Kitchen.Daniel J. van Ackere/America’s…

February 25, 2019

Southwest Life

Free lecture to explore the hidden power of soil

Bartels, an award-winning media producer who explores environmental issues, will discuss his work over the last 17 years using intensive…

February 25, 2019

Food

America is hung up on bowl culture. What if you like to eat from a plate?

Because let’s face it: A big plate piled with candy just isn’t appealing. A bowl has a bottomless quality, and…

February 24, 2019

Food

‘Irish Car Bomb’ firkin to return Friday at Steamworks

du1-i-syn Steamworks Brewing Co. plans to continue its ongoing Firkin Fridays series by reprising the tapping of its “Irish Car…

February 24, 2019

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Travelers can visit Green Book locations in New Mexico

With a little research, travelers can find copies of “The Negro Motorist Green Book” online and retrace the route in…

February 24, 2019

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Neutrons used to examine priceless Harvard gold specimen

A team of scientists used neutrons from a particle accelerator at Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico to learn…

February 24, 2019

Religion

United Methodists confront possible split over LGBT issues

Bishop Karen Oliveto in the sanctuary of a United Methodist Church near her office in Highlands Ranch. She was elected…

February 23, 2019

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Montezuma County braces for Sand Canyon parking problems

The trail network off County Road G features historic ruins and is the signature destination for Canyons of the Ancients…

February 23, 2019

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Program using storytelling events to save Navajo language

The Dine Council of Elders for Peace recently launched a campaign around storytelling events in Gallup, New Mexico, as a…

February 22, 2019

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Colorado Native Plant Society to host talk by environmental biologist

Remke’s lecture, “Beyond the Chlorophyll: How Life in the Soil Influences Plant Growth in Changing Climates,” will discuss experiments conducted…

February 22, 2019

Religion

A global look at the Catholic Church’s sex abuse problem

His decision was sparked by the realization that in many parts of the world, bishops and religious superiors continue to…

February 21, 2019