Southwest Life

Tickets on sale for fourth annual John W. Sanders lecture

The lecture will be presented by Trenton W. Holliday, Department of Anthropology, Tulane University. Holliday will discuss the Neandertals (Homo…

Rotary St. Patrick’s Day to be all about Ireland

Martin is an expert on Irish early medieval history and will discuss the history versus the legends/myths about St. Patrick;…

Senior Center to host new group

Gazak is a retired urologist/pediatric urologist who spent the last seven to eight years doing work with two different hospice…

Thank you to Durango residents

Sincerely, Russell Smith

Women’s Resource Center to postpone Extraordinary Women Award dinner and Girls Night Out

Vitalant reminds public giving blood is safe

The blood collection process is safe. In addition to the vigorous Food and Drug Administration-mandated testing of all blood components…

Airlines slash flights, freeze hiring as virus cuts travel

A Delta Air Lines passenger jet plane, a Boeing 737-900 model, approaches Logan Airport in Boston. Airlines are seeing a…

Tests show new virus lives on some surfaces for up to 3 days

An employee disinfects the glass cover of a butcher counter to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus in a…

Flu and coronavirus: Similar symptoms, different fears

A 73-year-old man places a cold compress on his forehead while battling the flu at a hospital in Georgia. Doctors…

H.E.L.P. to host potluck

Everyone is welcome. For more information, call Eric at 884-9330.

March Womenade gathering to take place March 23

Donations will help La Plata County women who are normally self-sufficient and are experiencing an unexpected financial hardship. All are…

Local students serving in Fort Lewis College student government

The ASFLC respectfully advocates for a student-centered agenda promoting general well-being, effective communication, informed leadership, and efficient use of student…

Mayor of Breen Contest to be held March 21

The events will begin with a chili supper at 6 p.m., followed by a dessert auction. Attendees may throw their…

Durango Wine Experience partners with the Community Foundation Serving Southwest Colorado

The Community Foundation serves Southwest Colorado by boosting the nonprofit sector through professional development, technical assistance, capacity building and grants…

CPW Museum offers cedar bluebird boxes for sale

Purchases may be made from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Donations help volunteers maintain the Wildlife Visitor…

Virus and elderly: Avoid crowds, cruises, long plane trips

Playwright Vicki Quade poses for a portrait at the North & Clybourn Streets “L” station Monday, March 9, 2020, in…

Photo: Southbound D&RGW 1952

Look closely at this picture taken about 66 years ago. The train still ran from Durango to Alamosa, as well…

‘Into the Wild’ lures the unprepared into Alaska’s wilderness

numerous deaths, footbridge over dangerous river proposed

Senior Center to host Mastering Your iPhone class

Participants will gain an understanding of the functions and operation of the iPhone, learn about fundamentals, plus hidden tips, tricks…

Southwest Ability Summit to take place Thursday

This free event brings together children and adults with disabilities, their families and support professionals for a day of learning,…

Knights of Columbus and Sacred Heart Parish to host Lenten fish fries

Baked and fried fish, french fries, coleslaw and drinks will be served. Soft serve ice cream will also be available.…

La Plata County Humane Society thanks the community for their support

The shelter lost a longtime volunteer and was broken into on Feb. 12. Thank you for the very generous monetary…

Happy Caregiver Appreciation Week from Comfort Keepers

Thank you to: Shelia, Joanne, Lawanda, Nikola, Sherry, Kaysha, Marlene, Jennita, Denise, Brooklynne, Diana, Pamela, Margaret, Tosha, Devin, Shanalyn, Ivory,…

Manna grateful for donations

In the December Primus Philanthropy, Primus pledged to donate a portion of its December proceeds, as well as award a…