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And the West is History

75 years ago: “After spending 45 years of his life in the active service of railroad, P. H. Limback, line…

October 30, 2014

And the West is History

75 years ago: “Contributions of $1 each have been made by 40 Durango business firms toward defraying expenses of the…

October 29, 2014

And the West is History

A biplane takes flight over Durango in 1918.Courtesy of Animas Museum 75 years ago: “Three FBI agents sent to Durango…

October 28, 2014

And the West is History

And the West is history

75 years ago: “C. W. McLain, coach of the Fort Lewis college Aggies, advises that in spite of the inclement…

October 27, 2014

Health

Increase in sales of antibiotics for livestock may harm humans

The FDA said in a recent annual report that nearly 70 percent of the antibiotics are considered “medically important” for…

October 26, 2014

Health

Health Brief

A complimentary “Reclaiming Your Health Workshop” will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Participant will learn the seven…

October 26, 2014

Health

Do you happen to have a neurotic personality?

middle-aged women, this tied to Alzheimer’s

October 26, 2014

Health

Here’s what your education says about your own health

Another reason to go to college

October 26, 2014

Health

Bad news for preventing celiac disease

Introducing gluten to babies ineffective, new study says

October 26, 2014

Health

New hip, new life

Replacement can relieve pain, restore mobility, add years

October 26, 2014

And the West is History

75 years ago: “Because the electric power was off for three hours, the Herald-Democrat finds it physically impossible to get…

October 26, 2014

And the West is History

“Rowland” caught the horse race during the Durango Fair and Round-up in September, 1919.Courtesy of Animas Museum 75 years ago:…

October 25, 2014

And the West is History

75 years ago: “Durango merchants and businessmen selected Nov. 30 as the date for closing their establishments in celebration of…

October 24, 2014

And the West is History

75 years ago: “First marriage license to be issued in La Plata County under the new Colorado state health law…

October 23, 2014

And the West is History

75 years ago: “Gene Andrews, local garden, lawn and tree expert, says that many Durango people are making a mistake…

October 22, 2014

And the West is History

The Falls Creek area, with Junction Creek visible in the background, in 1900. The photographer who took the photo is…

October 21, 2014

And the West is History

75 years ago: “Thursday evening, Oct. 26, has been set as the date of the annual turkey dinner sponsored by…

October 20, 2014

Health

Swallowing poop pill a promising treatment

Procedure could be lifesaver against infection

October 19, 2014

Health

Health Briefs

San Juan Basin Health Department is participating in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Women ages 40 to 64 are urged…

October 19, 2014

Health

Jet lag may make you fat

bacteria’s activity changes

October 19, 2014

Health

Pediatricians urge IUDs or implants for teen girls

Teen girls who have sex should use IUDs or hormonal implants – long-acting birth control methods that are effective, safe…

October 19, 2014

Health

Can sleep apps improve rest?

programs may track down what’s keeping you awake

October 19, 2014

Health

Strong, not skinny

A trend in female fitness takes hold

October 19, 2014

And the West is History

75 years ago: “Lee Howell, former Durango garage owner who long has been wanted by law-enforcement officials here, is now…

October 19, 2014