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September 20, 2018

du1-i-syn Wednesday 8:02 a.m. A driver in a gray Mustang was crossing the double yellow line on U.S. Highway 160 east and not letting others pass. 8:42 a.m. An employee…

Free introduction to mindfulness offered Tuesday
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Free introduction to mindfulness offered Tuesday

September 20, 2018

Schmidt, a certified mindfulness teacher, will present an introduction to the “4 Keys of Mindfulness” as taught through the Mindful Life Program. The four keys are: Attention: Developing attention skills…

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September 18, 2018

du1-i-syn Monday 9:24 a.m. A driver in a red Ford Explorer was swerving across U.S. Highway 160 westbound near the 30500 block. 10:06 a.m. A caller reported her silver Toyota…

Horsemen to hold monthly meeting Thursday
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Horsemen to hold monthly meeting Thursday

September 18, 2018

A member of the Southwest Conservation Corps will be discussing an upcoming trail maintenance project at Chris Park. 4CBCH members will be involved with this project on Saturday. The Four…

Honeyville to celebrate 100 years this Saturday
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Honeyville to celebrate 100 years this Saturday

September 18, 2018

Come celebrate with prizes from the company’s prize wheel, honeystix for the kids, hot dogs and burgers, and live broadcast from 92.9 FM (The Point). Be sure to listen to…

DHS band to hold frybread fundraiser
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DHS band to hold frybread fundraiser

September 18, 2018

The band will sell frybread for $3 each with your choice of toppings. All money raised will be used to help pay the band’s travel expenses to a competition in…

Life-Long Learning presents ‘Two Great Americans’
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Life-Long Learning presents ‘Two Great Americans’

September 18, 2018

Living history portrayals of Thomas Alva Edison and President Theodore Roosevelt, in cooperation with Colorado Humanities and American History Theatre, will be given by Hal Fincken and Doug Mischler at…

1980s prom-themed bash to benefit youth development
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1980s prom-themed bash to benefit youth development

September 18, 2018

The event, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21, at the DoubleTree Hotel Ballroom, is sponsored by Garrh’s Inc. and Tito’s Vodka. Tickets are $20 in advance. Attendees get…

Beekeepers Association to meet Thursday
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Beekeepers Association to meet Thursday

September 18, 2018

The meeting will include an informal panel discussion of topics based on questions from the membership. The panel will consist of beekeepers with varying levels of experience, who will share…

Friends of the Arts’ grant applications available
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Friends of the Arts’ grant applications available

September 15, 2018

Durango Friends of the Arts, a nonprofit, all volunteer organization, just celebrated its 27-year anniversary and has distributed more than $540,000 in grant money to support the local arts community.…

Weekly planner for Sept. 17-21
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Weekly planner for Sept. 17-21

September 14, 2018

du1-i-syn Youth Engagement Program Work Session, 7 a.m., City Hall, 949 East Second Ave. League of Women Voters La Plata Candidate Forum, 5 p.m., La Plata County Administration Building, 1101…

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The Blotter

September 14, 2018

du1-i-syn Thursday 7:15 a.m. A 20-year-old woman hit by a vehicle suffered a leg injury at the intersection of East Third Avenue and 11th Street. 12:37 p.m. Police made an…

Recycling center to close for maintenance
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Recycling center to close for maintenance

September 14, 2018

During this time, recycle material will not be accepted at the public drop off area. The 24-hour glass drop off chute will remain open for residential customers. Residents are asked…

Nonprofit to hold annual Community Taste dinner
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Nonprofit to hold annual Community Taste dinner

September 14, 2018

Local chefs will prepare dishes, and complimentary beer and wine will be served. Tim Sullivan and the Narrow Gauge Band will perform. The dinner is a fundraiser. Tickets are $80…

Best bets for the weekend in and around Durango
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Best bets for the weekend in and around Durango

September 14, 2018

du1-i-syn The 10K run is a challenging run through Overend Mountain Park to benefit the San Juan Mountains Association. Registration fee includes membership to San Juan Mountains Association, a conservation-themed…