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Slow-moving storm rolling region’s way
Rainfall not expected to be as dramatic as last week’s deluge
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Starved dog recovering at shelter
Humane society would like to identify those responsible
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Eliminating the stigma about mental illness an aim for group
Task force recommends 8-pronged approach for wellness
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Durango woman forming group to help those who are mildly depressed
An initial meeting is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in an upstairs meeting room at Durango Public Library. Support groups exist for almost every other ailment or cause,…
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Skate park to close this week
The city of Durango’s skate park in Schneider Park will be closed for maintenance next week.Durango Herald file photo The skate park will be closed Monday through Friday to perform…
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Ignacio might get Family Dollar store
“We had a discussion with Family Dollar. They are excited about trying to come to town,” Town Manager Lee San Miguel told trustees. But he advised that the recently re-activated…
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State senator cites wildfire hazards at candidate forum
People choose to live in hazard zones, Roberts says
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BHS still scoring
BHS sophomore Findlay Marshall, right, moves in for a defensive swipe Tuesday against Montezuma-Cortez High School. The Wolverines played better than the 4-1 score suggested, controlling the ball for much…
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Calendar of Events
Brisket dinner & Bar D Wranglers performance for Bayfield Heritage Days, 5:30 p.m. old Bayfield Middle School on South Street. Tickets on sale at Pine River Valley Bank, First National…
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Bayfield Heritage Day and Sheep Trailing schedule
Events tonight, Saturday as the sheep come baaaaaack!
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Cowboy poets will gather next weekend
The gathering features an array of events in downtown Durango, with headquarters at the Strater Hotel. A complete schedule and ticketing information can be found at www.durangocowboypoetrygathering.org or by calling 749-2995. This…
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Music is a gas
The Bayfield High School Marching Wolverines performed Saturday at the AmeriGas customer appreciation day in Bayfield. The company donated proceeds from its sales of propane for barbecue tanks to the…
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County treasurer requires integrity
I actually AM a licensed CPA, and having queried our well-respected current treasurer, it is clear his is not an accounting job. Treasurer is a position of great responsibility, of…
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Valley in brief
Upper Pine River Fire District Auxiliary will sell breakfast burritos, coffee and hot chocolate downtown Saturday morning for Bayfield Heritage Day. Proceeds benefit the auxiliary’s projects supporting local firefighters and…
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Assessor explains 2012 property values
This time of year, assessors measure the growth in last year’s economy using our Aug. 25 Abstract of Assessment, much like a gardener. We look at all property types and…
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Bobcats climb uphill after Cortez
Enduring undoubtedly one of the hardest nights in program history, the bedeviled Bobcats’ 66 to 6 road loss to Montezuma-Cortez means now that any postseason hopes depend solely upon dominant…
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Maria’s bookshop celebrating 30th
Today’s events includes “30 Years of Favorites”, an extensive list of bestsellers at a 20-percent discount. . 30th anniversary commemorative mugs will be given free all week with a $30…
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Fort Lewis’ first ‘student-athlete’
Ray Dennison, killed playing football, echoes through NCAA history
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Service academy deadlines loom
High school seniors have until Oct. 6 to apply for a recommendation to the military academies and the Merchant Marine Academy. The U.S. Air Force Academy tends to be a…
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Local Briefs
The Regional Housing Alliance of La Plata County offers a free monthly Homebuyer Education Class. The class is an eight-hour program designed to help participants purchase and own a home.…
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Oil, gas task force kicks off
La Plata Commissioner Lachelt would rather have ballot questions
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Dayplanner Friday
Sunrise Yoga, 7-8 a.m. and 8:15-9:15 a.m., Boys and Girls Club of La Plata County, 2750 Main Ave., $5, 259-0385. Durango Early Bird Toastmasters meeting, improve communication, presentation and leadership…
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Mesa Verde entry is free Saturday
Mesa Verde National Park will waive entrance fees on Saturday. Among the main attractions in the park is Spruce Tree House.Cortez Journal file photo The occasion is National Public Lands…