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Can’t find those Spanish doubloons? Give geocaching a try

Ever wanted to spend an afternoon seeking out a hidden treasure? Ever thought you could do it in your backyard? That’s the premise of geocaching. It’s a free, worldwide phenomen...

Strong social support: Possibly as beneficial as healthy food

“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” speaks to the importance of healthy foods in our diets. The United Way Community Investment Committee recently decided to provide funding f...

Pikas: Cute little furry indicators that the climate is changing

As you start hiking through the talus, watching the clouds gather overhead, you hear it. A very distinct squeak. Did your dog find a squeaky toy hidden in the rocks? Probably not. ...

Globular clusters: The cotton balls of the Milky Way

Greetings stargazers. The summer Milky Way is in the sky right after dusk, with the brightest parts toward the constellation Sagittarius. That means this is a good time of year ...

S.W. Colorado: A dozen vacations in 1 destination

To highlight the quantity and diversity of activities in the Durango area, the Durango Area Tourism Office launched a new campaign: “A Dozen Vacations in One Destination.” This m...

‘Durango Bag’ sends clear message about local priorities

Do you think this aptly named man-purse will be part of the council’s educational-outreach program regarding reusable bags? – Tim Maher Along with his email inquiry, our good frie...

Fear is the greatest threat to our freedoms

At various times, every American likely has wished for less of some of the things the First Amendment protects. Less hateful speech. One less noisy protest group. Or maybe even the swift dep...

The new Jim Crow

Mass incarceration of blacks has created a new caste system

Accessory units issue shows roles in policymaking

Some people in my life find arguing with me annoying, given some of the tendencies I have developed as an opinion writer. The tools are the same: Build a case to support a position. Use exam...

Join me in the celebration of my 70th birthday

I’ve lived more than half my life here in La Plata County and have reached a milestone. This month I turned 70. My only sibling, Clara, died too young at age 71, although our parents both li...

A productive cycle: $75,000 for sick kids

It’s every parent’s worst nightmare: finding out their child is gravely ill. For local families facing this challenge, Children’s Hospital Colorado provides treatment, often life-saving trea...

New venue is for serious music lovers

Changes in how humans get music is changing how we see music, too. Advances in technology have made it so five musicians in five states can send files to make a record, fans can r...