Southwest Life

Methodist Thrift Store to sponsor Philanthropy Days

Proceeds from sales at the Methodist Thrift Store go to local nonprofits to support programs and services. The event, which…

May 21, 2018

And the West is History

Maude and Jim pull a water wagon and sprinkle the streets to reduce dust in 1918 or 1919. The driver…

May 20, 2018

Travel

New Hampshire’s ‘people’s forest’ marks 100 years, seeks new connections

In October 2013, leaves begin to change color along the Presidential Range in the White Mountain National Forest, visible from…

May 20, 2018

Health

UN health agency aims to wipe out trans fats worldwide

A Milky-Way candy bar is deep-fried in oil free of trans fats at a food booth at the Indiana State…

May 20, 2018

Health

San Juan Basin Public Health to offer free health screenings

Screenings include cholesterol, blood-glucose and blood pressure, with results and health coaching provided. SJBPH encourages residents to fast for nine…

May 20, 2018

And the West is History

Maude and Jim pull a water wagon and sprinkle the streets to reduce dust in 1918 or 1919. The driver…

May 19, 2018

Travel

California beach town’s shift to marijuana creates a stink

This picturesque coastal town cradled by mountains and sandy shores is a scene out of a Southern California postcard. Residents…

May 19, 2018

Health

U.S. approves 1st drug developed to prevent chronic migraines

An artist’s rendering of the packaging for the drug Aimovig, the first in a new class of long-acting drugs designed…

May 19, 2018

Health

Mercy recognized for outstanding care

The distinction is awarded to hospitals rated in the top 15 percent nationwide, according to Healthgrades, an online resource for…

May 19, 2018

Health

U.S. births hit a 30-year low, despite good economy

According to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report released on Thursday saw the lowest number of U.S. births…

May 18, 2018

Travel

Lego-obsessed crowd packs convention every June near Chicago

Brickworld Chicago is a convention aimed at adults. Teens are welcome. So are tweens. But better nab a grown-up, boys…

May 18, 2018

Community

Senior Calendar

2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 Monday 2424 Main Ave., 382-6445 10 a.m. Intermediate bridge lesson. 10:15 a.m. Watch Your Step exercise.…

May 18, 2018

Community

Bridge scores

May 10 Non-Life Master First: J. Skjold, I. Watters Second: B. Attwood, S. Zerbe Third: S. Bradley, S. Halseth Fourth:…

May 18, 2018

And the West is History

Maude and Jim pull a water wagon and sprinkle the streets to reduce dust in 1918 or 1919. The driver…

May 18, 2018

And the West is History

Maude and Jim pull a water wagon and sprinkle the streets to reduce dust in 1918 or 1919. The driver…

May 17, 2018

Community

Cafe au Play to host meet-ups for parents

Grandparents meet-up: 10-11 a.m. Mondays, grandparents can attend with or without grandchildren to meet other grandparents in the community.Parents of…

May 17, 2018

Community

Ham radio hobbyists to meet June 2

Displays and interactive demonstrations of ham-operating equipment will be featured. Attendees will be able to view digital, long-distance, local and…

May 16, 2018

Community

Allison-Tiffany Cemetery to hold memorial service

Services will include music, social visits and a ceremony to honor veterans and loved ones. The event is free and…

May 16, 2018

Community

Womenade of La Plata County to hold potluck to help women in financial hardship

The eventâ€™s goal is to raise $4,500 to provide one-time grants for nine women in the community who are experiencing…

May 16, 2018

Community

Elks Lodge to give away car to deserving veteran

Applications are available at: the Elks Lodge, 901 East Second Ave.; Bo Dean’s Towing, 20909 U.S. Highway 160; and Durango…

May 16, 2018

Health

Young adults feel stress of long-term care, poll says

A son, at right, holds his mother’s hand at her nursing home in Michigan. Most young adults haven’t given much…

May 16, 2018

Travel

Hawaii volcano eruption costs tourism industry millions

Gases rise from a fissure near Pahoa, Hawaii. The new fissure in Hawaii’s Puna District sent gases and lava exploding…

May 16, 2018

And the West is History

Maude and Jim pull a water wagon and sprinkle the streets to reduce dust in 1918 or 1919. The driver…

May 15, 2018

Health

Cancer docs feel unprepared, but recommend marijuana anyway

A survey of U.S. cancer doctors released Thursday finds nearly half say they’ve recently recommended medical marijuana to patients, although…

May 15, 2018