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Health careers camp attracts 30 area teens
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Health careers camp attracts 30 area teens

June 26, 2017

Durango Herald file The campers visited health facilities, engaged in activities, shadowed a health care professional and learned about professions in the health care industry. For more information about SWCAHEC,…

‘Wine for Whiskers’ fundraiser to be held Tuesday
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‘Wine for Whiskers’ fundraiser to be held Tuesday

June 25, 2017

The Journal file Cost is $15, and wine, cheese, chocolate and a silent auction will be featured. All proceeds contribute to the organization’s mission to resolve the problem of unwanted…

Santa Rita Park to be fertilized Tuesday and Wednesday
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Santa Rita Park to be fertilized Tuesday and Wednesday

June 25, 2017

Durango Herald file Best management practices are promoted in the stewardship of city lands to ensure safe enjoyment of parks in the community. For additional information, call the park maintenance…

Pine River Library to offer canning workshop
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Pine River Library to offer canning workshop

June 25, 2017

Jerry McBride/Durango Herald The workshop is open to all, and will focus on current recommendations for high-altitude canning equipment, canning methods and successful canning. For more information, call 884-2222, ext.…

Calendar for June 26-30
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Calendar for June 26-30

June 25, 2017

Prayers for Our Children, all-day event, Christian Science Reading Room, 1166 East Third Ave., 247-0218. Paul Wilbert memorial passeggiata, 4:30 p.m., Buckley Park, 1200 Main Ave., www.durangogov.org/cleancommuteweek. Clean Commute Week…

Navajo State Park to hold fishing event for kids
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Navajo State Park to hold fishing event for kids

June 25, 2017

Journal file Registration will be held at the amphitheater, and participants will be entered into a drawing for prizes. Children 15 and younger can participate with an adult chaperon and…

CDOT to resurface road in Rico
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CDOT to resurface road in Rico

June 24, 2017

Jerry McBride/Durango Herald A chip-seal process will be used to improve the durability of the roadway. Motorists can expect five- to 15-minute delays, lane shifts and single-lane closures in both…

Robert Baer to visit Durango, talk with public
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Robert Baer to visit Durango, talk with public

June 24, 2017

Baerdu1-i-syn Baer is considering a challenge to U.S. Rep. Scott Tipton in 2018. Community members are encouraged to attend the public meeting and share their concerns and ideas. Baer was…

Durango senior center to offer picnic
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Durango senior center to offer picnic

June 24, 2017

Durango Herald file Entertainment by the Trumpet Geezers will be featured. The cost of lunch will be a suggested donation of $4 for seniors 60 and older and $7 for…

Florida Grange to offer free breakfast
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Florida Grange to offer free breakfast

June 23, 2017

Durango Herald file Pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, breakfast burritos and gluten-free waffles will be served. The event is open to all. For more information, call Amy Peterson at 749-9374 or…

Street repaving to begin Monday in Durango
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Street repaving to begin Monday in Durango

June 23, 2017

Durango Herald file June 26: roadwork will occupy 11th Street between Narrow Gauge Avenue and East Second Avenue.June 27: roadwork will occupy Prospector Avenue in Three Springs.June 28: old asphalt…

Chuck-wagon fundraiser to be held at Old Fort
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Chuck-wagon fundraiser to be held at Old Fort

June 23, 2017

The Journal file Dinner will cost $10 and include chili, cornbread and cobbler prepared in a chuck wagon. The event will also feature wagon rides, silent and live auctions, and…

DHS class of 2007 to hold reunion
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DHS class of 2007 to hold reunion

June 20, 2017

Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file A family event is planned before the celebration from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fassbinder Park, 140 West Park Ave.

Durango Friends to offer movie night
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Durango Friends to offer movie night

June 20, 2017

du1-i-syn The film “What you Need to Know about Natural Gas Production” will be shown, with popcorn provided. The event is free and open to all, and attendees are welcome…

Weed spraying scheduled in Durango
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Weed spraying scheduled in Durango

June 19, 2017

Durango Herald file The city, which contracted with Tres Mesa for noxious weed abatement, promotes best management practices to ensure safety. Herbicides include 2,4-D Amine and Perspective. The weed control…

Calendar for June 19-23
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Calendar for June 19-23

June 18, 2017

Prayers for our children, 10 a.m., Christian Science Reading Room, 1166 East Third Ave., 247-0218. Local Licensing Authority, 2 p.m., City Hall, 949 East Second Ave., 375-5000, www.durangogov.org. “Kids in…

Animas Valley Grange to host fire-and-rescue talk
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Animas Valley Grange to host fire-and-rescue talk

June 16, 2017

Durango Herald file Deputy Chief Randy Black and Fire Marshall Karola Hanks of Durango Fire Protection District will speak about the services provided in the Animas Valley. Refreshments will be…

Glacier Club maintenance briefly impacts water supply
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Glacier Club maintenance briefly impacts water supply

June 16, 2017

Glacier Club asked members to conserve water as it switched its main source of water supply.Shaun Stanley/Durango Herald file The club asked members to conserve water earlier this week, as…