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Womenade grateful for donors
Community

Womenade grateful for donors

August 13, 2019

We would like to also thank Kirk Komick and Diane Wildfang for providing the space for our fundraiser at the Rochester’s Secret Garden. Their continued support of our efforts allows…

Team Rubicon grateful for volunteers
Community

Team Rubicon grateful for volunteers

August 13, 2019

Team Rubicon had 38 volunteers from Utah, New Mexico, Arizona and Colorado who logged 1,296 hours. These volunteers provided wildfire mitigation, clearing of hazard trees, debris removal and heavy equipment…

Thank you from Mountain Studies Institute
Community

Thank you from Mountain Studies Institute

August 13, 2019

The concept of having our community participate and see what goes into restoration and the makings of a healthy forest is vital to our community, and we credit Mary Monroe…

Hillcrest Women’s Golf Association grateful to donors
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Hillcrest Women’s Golf Association grateful to donors

August 13, 2019

Thanks for the golf course donations: Adobe Creek National Golf Course; Aztec Municipal Golf; Black Canyon Golf; Black Mesa Golf; Bookcliff Country Club; Bridges Golf; Cattails Golf; Cedaredge Golf; Chipeta…

CHAMP seeks public comment on industrial hemp issues
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CHAMP seeks public comment on industrial hemp issues

August 12, 2019

The meeting will be held in partnership with Fort Lewis College and the Southern Ute Indian and Ute Mountain Ute tribes for the purpose of gathering public comment about specific…

Photo: Early view of north Durango
And the West is History

Photo: Early view of north Durango

August 10, 2019

When this picture was taken in 1885, this was the northern end of Durango. While Durango had only been in existence for about four years, many buildings had been constructed.…

U.S. Christians hold diverse views on climate change
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U.S. Christians hold diverse views on climate change

August 10, 2019

Christians incorporate the environment into their faith in a variety of ways.Durango Herald file Politicians realize that many voters care about this issue. A 2018 survey conducted by Yale and…

Durango Bird Club to meet at Fort Lewis College
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Durango Bird Club to meet at Fort Lewis College

August 10, 2019

The meeting will explore the ways birds react to human-caused noise in their environment and how their habitat is indirectly affected by noise. The program will follow a short 15-…

City announces roller hockey leagues
Community

City announces roller hockey leagues

August 9, 2019

Play at Chapman Hill in the adult and youth roller hockey league for ages 6 and older. Youths will play at 6 p.m. and adults will play at 7 p.m.…

Durango Photography Club to host train photographers
Community

Durango Photography Club to host train photographers

August 9, 2019

Sharing their expertise will be longtime train photographers Jerry Baumann, Yvonne Lashmett, Eric Pahlke and Darel Crawford. The meeting is free and open to the public. All ages, skill levels…

Ignite Gymnastics to hold registration
Community

Ignite Gymnastics to hold registration

August 9, 2019

Those interested in registering for classes are invited to attend. Any questions about classes and registration can be answered during the event. For more information, call 403-2636.

Colorado Proud to make stop at Durango Farmers Market
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Colorado Proud to make stop at Durango Farmers Market

August 9, 2019

The tour focuses on consumers’ “appetite” for locally-grown food, agricultural relationships and innovation. Colorado Proud media spokesperson Wendy White will be there to connect with Colorado residents and share conversations…

Forest Fire prevention icon Smokey Bear is turning 75
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Forest Fire prevention icon Smokey Bear is turning 75

August 9, 2019

The icon of the longest-running public service campaign in the U.S. is being honored with birthday parties around the country this week, a celebration that includes a social media campaign…

San Juan Basin Archaeological Society to meet Aug. 14
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San Juan Basin Archaeological Society to meet Aug. 14

August 9, 2019

Archaeologist Richard Friedman will present “Using Computer Technology to Aid in the Identification, Documentation and Visualization of the Chacoan Landscape (Built Environment).” Friedman combines diverse skill sets in geology, remote…