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Find Antares in the heart of Scorpius

Greetings, Stargazers. The 416 Fire has made it challenging for many of us to get outside to see the night sky. I have enjoyed breathing clean air again this week. Now that the sm...

DATE: Jul 14, 2018 | CATEGORY: What's up in Durango Skies

College student wants to be organized

DEAR ABBY: I am a 20-year-old college student. After attending a local community college for two years, I will be starting classes at a four-year school. I make excellent grades, but I s...

DATE: Jul 14, 2018 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Americans with Disabilities Act celebrates its anniversary

July 26, 1990, stands as a landmark day for civil rights in the United States. On that day, President George H.W. Bush (aka George I) signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law. On ...

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Creating Community

Summer camps connect children to nature, each other

We are in the midst of summer camp season. New friendships and memories occur on a daily basis. At the start of every camp, children’s nervousness may override excitement, but at...

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Durango Nature Studies

After a fire, assess possible damage to food, medications

Skies are turning gray and thunder is here. We are happy the rains will finish off the 416 Fire and hopefully make a dent in this unprecedented drought. People have returned to t...

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Worker has crush on boss

DEAR ABBY: I’m 20 years old and have a job in retail. I have been working here for a few years and am in a higher position than most associates. I’m in a relationship with my...

DATE: Jul 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Gerson: Count on Kavanaugh to stand against bullying

WASHINGTON – The Trump administration is not known for its consistency, but some contradictions are too revealing to ignore. In nominating Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, President Tru...

DATE: Jul 12, 2018 | CATEGORY: Michael Gerson

Egan: Down and out in San Francisco on $117,000 a year

It’s beyond laughable that a one-bedroom apartment can sell for $1.5 million in San Francisco – and get multiple offers within a day. Or that dumpsters sport satirical “for rent” signs. Or t...

DATE: Jul 12, 2018 | CATEGORY: Tim Egan

Remarriage starts cemetery discussion

DEAR ABBY: My brother-in-law “Charles” has earned the privilege of being buried in a military cemetery. He lost his wife, “Claire,” to cancer 10 years ago; she is buried in their plot in...

DATE: Jul 12, 2018 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

How to enjoy summer but avoid its pitfalls

Hanging with friends and family in the summer is all part of the fun. But the endless unhealthy summertime eats don’t have to ruin your waistline and leave you feeling “blah.” ...

DATE: Jul 11, 2018 | CATEGORY: Healing Nutrition

Wife cheats with no remorse

DEAR ABBY: I have a wonderful husband of 11 years and three children. “Carl” is attentive, caring and always puts the needs of our family first. You could say he is everyone’s dream husb...

DATE: Jul 11, 2018 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Understanding Kavanaugh’s conservative roots

In the weeks ahead, we’re going to spend a lot of time going over Brett Kavanaugh’s biography – where he’s from and what he’s written. But that is not the most important thing about him. ...

DATE: Jul 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: David Brooks