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Fowl play: Latest addition to Arc may ruffle feathers

The Arc of History never ceases to amaze. First, there was the dinosaur head. Then the dragon head. Then the baby arcs. Then the nest with eggs. And now this. I recall that cowbirds lay the...

DATE: Apr 26, 2015 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Treasures hide inside the faint Coma Berenices

Greetings, stargazers. I hope you have been having better clear-sky observing opportunities than me. Recently, my free evenings have been appallingly coincident with overcast sk...

DATE: Apr 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: What's up in Durango Skies

World Immunization Week good time to look at vaccination

World Immunization Week, April 23- 30, 2015, signals a renewed global effort to increase our knowledge of and access to vaccines. What is immunization? It is a process in which a ...

DATE: Apr 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: Creating Community

Ending sexual assault

Excusing bad behavior and blaming the victim is part of ‘rape culture’

DATE: Apr 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

‘Up early fixing breakfast and packing lunches’

This is my last article as the mayor of Durango. The City Council election concluded April 7, and Dean Brookie will soon be mayor. It is a privilege and an honor to be on the Dur...

DATE: Apr 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Who really owns education is complicated

So, who really owns education? Who ultimately holds the responsibility for it and benefits from the process of teaching and learning? To answer this question, it is necessary to define the w...

DATE: Apr 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Acknowledge the true cost of ‘cheap’ electricity

Did you know the federal government is shortchanging us citizens by a billion dollars a year? Cozy deals with the feds are allowing private enterprise to underpay for natural resources. ...

DATE: Apr 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: Population Matters

Looking for something new? Get to know Mud Springs

The Bureau of Land Management Special Recreation Management Areas offer a unique combination of terrain scenery and climate that allows for nearly year-round recreation close to town and are...

DATE: Apr 24, 2015 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Enjoying a day at the club

The luncheon started at a high energy level that continued throughout at the Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County on April 17. The club’s annual day-of-the-ask also included a bre...

DATE: Apr 24, 2015 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

Local afrobeat band builds community

Afrobeat is music of the world, yet calling it “world” music is like using the word “alternative” to describe rock ’n’ roll. It falls so short, cheapening the style and the work m...

DATE: Apr 23, 2015 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Tournament season kicks off at Hillcrest

Tournament play begins for real this weekend at the Hillcrest Golf Club, as the JTM Music/ABCD Blind Draw Scramble kicks off the regular tourney calendar Saturday. There is $500 i...

DATE: Apr 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Clubhouse Porch

Discourage deer from dining in your yard, garden

By Maureen Keilty Living with Wildlife Advisory Board Deer freely browse our landscapes, from city lawns to country orchards. For area gardeners and homeowners, deer ar...

DATE: Apr 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Living with Wildlife

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.