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Climate study shows trouble for upper Dolores River basin

temperatures, longer droughts could hurt fishery

February 14, 2017

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From mobile shop, man removes gang tattoos for young people

That nephew is now doing well. He has his own concrete business. He doesn’t think employers would have taken him…

February 11, 2017

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Prescribed burn planned at Mesa Verde

Durango Herald File Photodu1-i-syn The Chapin Mesa burn will be conducted to dispose of material created during fuel reduction projects…

February 11, 2017

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FireWise offers orientation for new Neighborhood Ambassadors

du1-i-syn The session will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, at the San Juan Public Lands…

February 10, 2017

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Southwest Colorado residents win wildfire mitigation awards

du1-i-syn Established in 2014, the awards are the highest commendation for the innovation and leadership displayed by people and organizations…

February 9, 2017

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Workshops in Mancos to help beginning farmers, ranchers

Durango Herald file The workshops will take place at the Mount Lookout Grange in Mancos on Feb. 24 and 25.…

February 8, 2017

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Native plant society to discuss ‘Amazing Aster Family’

du1-i-syn Botanist John Bregar will present “The Amazing Aster Family.” Identifying members of this large, common but diverse family can…

February 8, 2017

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This Boulder dog has a newspaper route

For 11 years, Quincy the golden retriever has worked his own paper route, going to about a dozen houses on…

February 4, 2017

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Archaeological society to present talk about textiles

Jeanne Brako will present her talk, “Navajo, Pueblo and Hispanic Textiles of the Southwest: A Historic Summary,” at 7 p.m.…

February 3, 2017

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Clean energy powers jobs in La Plata County

Industry employed nearly 800 in 2015, report says

February 1, 2017

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‘Lost World’ leads voyage into Four Corners’ past

Roberts ties research with his backcountry trips

February 1, 2017

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Panel disussion at Fort Lewis College to address water management

Durango Herald file Heath Corley of Durango will lead the program, and panelists will include Mina Girgis, producer and CEO…

January 30, 2017

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Forgotten rock-art panel attracting attention in Bluff

Rock-art panel in Bluff gets renewed attention

January 29, 2017

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Southwest Oncology clinic recognized for quality care

Durango Herald file The program provides a three-year certification for outpatient hematology and oncology practices that meet nationally-recognized standards for…

January 29, 2017

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Public invited to nominate nurses for awards

Associated Press file The award ceremony will be held at 7 p.m. March 16 at the Henry Strater Theatre, 699…

January 27, 2017

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CSU to host workshop for farm and ranch families

Associated Press file The workshop will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Feb. 27 at the La Plata County…

January 27, 2017

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La Plata Family Centers Coalition provides parents, kids essential services

Roseann McDermott, executive director, has been with the center since just before its move in 2012 from Florida Road to…

January 27, 2017

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Southwest Colorado Community College offers application assistance for nursing programs

du1-i-syn Members of the nursing faculty will review applications and provide guidance. For more information, call 564-6221.

January 26, 2017

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Historic cabins on track for public use in San Juan National Forest

and Glade guard stations inch toward opening

January 25, 2017

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Pueblo Raptor Center gives birds second chance at survival

Kelley Stevenson talks with Oberon, a barred owl, at the Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo on Thursday.Stacie Scott/The Gazette…

January 21, 2017

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Botanist to give talk about management of invasive plants

Oxeye daisies grow near Cascade Creek north of Purgatory Resort.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file The talk is being hosted by the…

January 21, 2017

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How will climate change affect Southwest Colorado?

lecture at Fort Lewis College will examine possible impacts

January 19, 2017

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Obama’s conservation legacy in the Four Corners

preservation covers vast, historically significant areas

January 18, 2017

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Turtle Lake Refuge to offer course on edible, wild plants

SHAUN STANLEY/Durango Herald file Three weekend field trips will be included. For more information, call Katrina at 247-8395 or visit…

January 15, 2017