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Creep’s attendance keeps woman away from dinners

DEAR ABBY: I have a group of wonderful women friends I have known for decades. We get together monthly for dinner and drinks at a local restaurant. The location is generally left up to whoev...

DATE: Nov 2, 2025 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

When every dollar counts: Why monetary donations matter most during the SNAP suspension

On Saturday, thousands of families across Southwest Colorado were faced with an unimaginable challenge: zero assistance for groceries for the month ahead. With entire food budgets off the ta...

DATE: Nov 2, 2025 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Repeal of the Public Lands Rule endangers the West’s lands and livelihoods

For those of us living in the West, public lands are deeply woven into our culture. They offer habitat for wildlife, access to rivers, recreational trails, cattle grazing, and oil and gas de...

DATE: Oct 31, 2025 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Anniversary plans suddenly include in-laws

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I discussed our 25th anniversary and mentioned Hawaii as a possibility. He reached out to his brother and sister-in-law for suggestions, because they have visited H...

DATE: Oct 31, 2025 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Strengthening our community through accessible health care

At Local First, we know that a healthy population is key to building resilient local communities. When people have what they need to lead healthy lives, businesses thrive, neighborhoods flou...

DATE: Oct 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local First

ORA plays McPherson Chapel at FLC

McPherson Chapel on the campus of Fort Lewis College will soon add rock venue to its list of uses. Overlooking downtown from the college mesa, this scenic church’s main purpose is hosting ev...

DATE: Oct 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

A complicated, yet endearing family

I’m just home from celebrating the life of a dear friend and ex-sister-in-law. Her huge family included me in taking part in the scattering of her ashes up north in the mountains, as my son ...

DATE: Oct 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Authentic Aging

Old lie remains barrier to full trust

DEAR ABBY: I met this guy at work and fell in love. We started going out, and he asked me to be his girlfriend. We moved in together pretty quickly, and I got pregnant. Three months later, I...

DATE: Oct 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Misinformation can’t change the facts: U.S. elections are safe and secure

At a recent League of Women Voters meeting, we heard from La Plata County Clerk Tiffany Lee, who spoke about our impeccable election security. She reassured us that election integrity in the...

DATE: Oct 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

Country and western

Annual Cowboy Gathering was an example of how to celebrate the West

DATE: Oct 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: Sports

October marks a new beginning for 4-H in La Plata County

The month of October is always exciting for our 4-H community. Not only does it bring crisp air and changing leaves, but it also marks the start of our new 4-H year! Oct. 1 was the first day...

DATE: Oct 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Fall and winter fun in the heart of Durango

Welcome to fall in downtown Durango – winter will be here before you know it. The Durango Business Improvement District stays busy at this time of year with family-friendly events and holida...

DATE: Oct 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: What's Up Downtown

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