PHD Advanced Nutrition recently opened in the 1200 block of Main Avenue in Durango. While Dr. Ashley Lucas has had a successful online presence in the nutrition and weight-management field for years, she is excited to open a practice.
The clinic offers dietary, weight loss and nutritional programs, along with behavioral modification customized to fit each client’s needs.
Lucas earned her doctorate in nutrition at Virginia Tech and went on to obtain her registered dietitian designation from Ohio State University.
For more information contact Lucas at 903-7176.
Bayfield By the Books, a small, contract bookkeeping service, opened in May. The business is focused on day-to-day and month-to-month services.
Danielle Thurber opened the business after working as an accountant for Purgatory Resort, and the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.
She also has experience in medical billing. To reach Thurber call 903-8392.
Local First, a nonprofit business alliance for La Plata County, is gearing up to publish its annual Be Local Coupon Book, which showcases locally owned, independent businesses.
The Be Local Book is published as a service to members and as an educational outreach to the community. Assure your space during June and upload content during July and August.
Businesses can apply for membership and consider participation in the book by visiting www.local-first.org or by calling for membership at 799-6618.
Peaks & Tides Sailing School and Sailing Adventure Tours will be hosting its first annual 2016 open house from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday at Navajo State Park in Arboles. Learn about the 2016 youth summer sailing program, charter tours and sailing club opportunities or take the family on a complimentary sailboat ride. Live music and a barbecue will commence at 1 p.m. For more information and directions, please visit www.peaksandtides.com, email info@peaksandtides.com or call 903-6036.
Durango Car Care, an automotive repair shop, is pleased to announce that David Shepherd has joined the staff. Shepherd has lived and worked in the Durango area for more than 30 years. He has experience on most makes and models, and brings a high level of knowledge and skill that include diagnostics and repair.
Shepherd has extensive training and education, and in addition to his other certifications, is ASE Master certified. Call him at 247-3989. For more information visit www.durangocarcare.com online.
Herald Staff
