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Unique sound of Papa Otis blends old with the new

The sound of Papa Otis hasn’t stayed still long enough to be pigeonholed. The band, whose mainstay has been drummer Steve Mendias, has evolved from a three-piece celebrating rock ...

DATE: Jun 18, 2015 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Summer efforts lay groundwork for next year’s legislative session

Issues that I focused on during the 2015 Legislative session – water, transportation and the upkeep of state property – will continue to be priorities as we prepare this summer for the next ...

DATE: Jun 17, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Dear Chief Tidwell, it’s time to right your agency’s wrong

For months people have been asking: “What can I do to help save Wolf Creek Pass?” Well, here’s a very immediate and concrete request. Next week, representatives from a number of ...

DATE: Jun 17, 2015 | CATEGORY: Thinking Green

Exchange program provides 4-H’ers new view of Colorado

This week, some adventurous 4-H’ers are taking part in an exciting program. Building off the success of last year, we have again teamed with the Denver County Extension Office to offer a gr...

DATE: Jun 17, 2015 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Golf scribe ready for Navajo Trail Open

The 54th annual Navajo Trail Open, with title sponsor the First National Bank of Durango, officially is underway with the Pro-Am on June 18th and the 54-hole Open to follow June 19-21. ...

DATE: Jun 17, 2015 | CATEGORY: Clubhouse Porch

Yes, please and thank you are only the start

Common courtesy isn’t so common anymore. I often think we don’t do our children any favors these days. Growing up in Durango generally means going casual to every event, so they d...

DATE: Jun 16, 2015 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

‘Potted’ plant isn’t what some tourists think it is

Inside one of the city’s flower barrels, there’s a plant that resembles marijuana. Here’s a photo. I saw a tourist who stopped to look at the plant. He muttered derisively, “I just don’t kno...

DATE: Jun 14, 2015 | CATEGORY: Action Line

You don’t have to take ‘no’ for an answer

If you’re Thinking of taking “no” for an answer from a travel company? Let Alan Schroeder talk you out of it. When a late spring storm forced the cancellation of his r...

DATE: Jun 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

Bystanders can help step in to stop bullying

William Burroughs once wrote, “There are no innocent bystanders ... what were they doing there in the first place?” This may be an overstatement in some cases, but I do wonder if ...

DATE: Jun 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: Creating Community

A legacy of lessons

Charles E. Schumacher left behind memories of beauty and craftsmanship

DATE: Jun 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

A quick overview of Colorado landlord-tenant law

Most tenancies, which involve residential properties are controlled by a written lease. To be legally effective, the lease must be signed by both the landlord and tenant. Most leases are for...

DATE: Jun 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Farmington Vet Center provides readjustment counseling services

The Vet Center Program was established by Congress in 1979 out of recognition that a significant number of Vietnam-era veterans were experiencing readjustment problems after returning to civ...

DATE: Jun 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: Serving Veterans

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.