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Durango Natural Medicine to offer thyroid consultations
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Durango Natural Medicine to offer thyroid consultations

August 22, 2017

Utter The thyroid gland, known as the “master gland of metabolism,” controls the ability to make energy. Poor thyroid function can cause fatigue, depression, weight-gain, digestive problems and other health…

Allison Grange to hold reunion
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Allison Grange to hold reunion

August 22, 2017

A potluck will be served, with drinks, paper and plastic-ware provided. The event is free and open to all. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/pages/allison-grange-hall/571800879498605.

The Blotter
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The Blotter

August 21, 2017

Thursday 9:58 a.m. Five homeless people were loitering at Walmart, 1155 South Camino del Rio. 1:06 p.m. A small child was alone inside a blue minivan at Durango Post Office,…

Cowboy gathering seeks parade entries
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Cowboy gathering seeks parade entries

August 21, 2017

The day of the event, a chuck-wagon breakfast will be held from 7 to 11 a.m. at the corner of Main Avenue and Fifth Street, near the railroad depot, and…

Weed spraying planned for city
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Weed spraying planned for city

August 21, 2017

The city of Durango will begin spraying places in city limits to eliminate weeds.Durango Herald file The city promotes best management practices to ensure safety. Spot treatment for noxious-weed abatement…

Colorado statewide Labor Day DUI blitz now active
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Colorado statewide Labor Day DUI blitz now active

August 20, 2017

In July, 25 people were killed in crashes that involved an impaired driver, which is the highest number seen in one month since 2014. The Labor Day enforcement last year…

Calendar for Aug. 21-25
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Calendar for Aug. 21-25

August 20, 2017

Prayers for our children, all-day event, Christian Science Reading Room, 1166 East Third Ave. Emergency Telephone Service Association of La Plata County meeting, 1 p.m., 545 Wilson Gulch Road, 375-5000,…

Cancer Society to hold ‘Relay For Life’ fundraiser
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Cancer Society to hold ‘Relay For Life’ fundraiser

August 20, 2017

The event will feature food, fireworks and a special recognition of survivors. “Luminate” is this year’s theme, and the local nonprofit Cancer Coalition of Southwest Colorado will accept donations. The…

‘Thirsty 13’ runners to race Saturday
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‘Thirsty 13’ runners to race Saturday

August 20, 2017

The race will start at Hesperus Baptist Church, 22972 Highway 140. Traffic will be stopped on Highway 140 to clear the 1.5-mile section between U.S. Highway 160 and County Road…

Best bets for the weekend
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Best bets for the weekend

August 18, 2017

Colorado State University Extension and Garden Project of Southwest Colorado will present the 11th annual Tour de Farms, a bicycle tour of local farms and gardens, from 8 a.m. to…

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The Blotter

August 18, 2017

Thursday 1:48 p.m. Someone was breaking into a mailbox at 7434 County Road 203. 3:44 p.m. Fishing equipment was stolen from a residence at 209 Highland Hill Drive. 5:56 p.m.…

Donations needed for family displaced by mobile home fire
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Donations needed for family displaced by mobile home fire

August 18, 2017

Durango Fire Protection District firefighters work to extinguish flames on a mobile on Wednesday south of Durango on Wheeler Loop.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald Men’s clothing: pants sizes 36/30 and 32/24; shirts…

District 9-R students must have permission to view eclipse
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District 9-R students must have permission to view eclipse

August 18, 2017

Associated Press file Students who have signed permission will be able to use solar glasses or class-created pinhole viewers to watch the eclipse. To download the permission slip, visit http://bit.ly/2uYskaj.…

University Women schedule fall luncheon
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University Women schedule fall luncheon

August 18, 2017

McLachlan State Rep. Barbara McLachlan, who serves on the Legislature’s Education Committee, will speak about education in Colorado. A fundraiser will be held during the luncheon to provide scholarships for…

Lightner Creek Fire benefit to be held Saturday
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Lightner Creek Fire benefit to be held Saturday

August 18, 2017

Christine Polinsky’s house, at 1255 County Road 207, was the only property lost in the Lightner Creek Fire.Courtesy of La Plata County Assessor’s site Polinsky is a former Harley-Davidson employee,…

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The Blotter

August 17, 2017

Wednesday 11:13 a.m. A man wanted to talk to police about cars almost hitting him while he was walking on Animas View Drive. 1:21 p.m. A chain saw was stolen…

Talk About Town: Durango makes best-college-towns list
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Talk About Town: Durango makes best-college-towns list

August 17, 2017

Durango Herald file The top 10 college towns were: Ithaca, New York; Mankato, Minnesota; Bozeman, Montana; Minot, North Dakota; Durango; Missoula, Montana; Juneau, Alaska; Brookings, South Dakota; Stevens Point, Wisconsin;…

The Blotter
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The Blotter

August 16, 2017

Tuesday 7:13 a.m. Dogs were barking on a deck causing a noise disturbance in an apartment in the 700 block of Main Avenue. 10:48 a.m. Smoke was coming from electrical…

Pine River Library to hold eclipse party
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Pine River Library to hold eclipse party

August 16, 2017

Solar glasses will be provided, and participants will be able to watch the eclipse from the library. The eclipse will also be shown via livestream from NASA. Moon Pies will…

Pine River Library to help with resumes
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Pine River Library to help with resumes

August 16, 2017

Participants will learn how to write logical, useful résumés; words and phrases to avoid; the difference between résumés and cover letters; how to convey a concise message in a cover…

Library to host ‘Trans 101’ Thursday
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Library to host ‘Trans 101’ Thursday

August 16, 2017

Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico co-director, Adrien Lawyer, will provide basic information, discuss ideas and answer questions. The class is free and open to all. For more information, contact…

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The Blotter

August 15, 2017

Monday 8:45 a.m. A man was sleeping in a large green dumpster in the 2800 block of Main Avenue. He moved all the trash bags in the dumpster into nearby…