Southwest Lifestyle

2 million U.S. teens are vaping marijuana
Health

2 million U.S. teens are vaping marijuana

September 17, 2018

A school-based survey shows nearly 1 in 11 U.S. students have used marijuana in electronic cigarettes, heightening concern about the new popularity of vaping among teens. E-cigarettes typically contain nicotine,…

Free introduction to mindfulness offered Sept. 25
Health

Free introduction to mindfulness offered Sept. 25

September 17, 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…

The sweet secret of spiced-pear muffins
Food

The sweet secret of spiced-pear muffins

September 16, 2018

When you’ve had it up to here with pumpkin spice: Pear Spice Muffins.Goran Kosanovic and Lisa Cherkasky/Washington Post Date sugar is not a true sugar; it is a naturally sweet…

Don’t let jet lag be a drag on your dream vacation
Travel

Don’t let jet lag be a drag on your dream vacation

September 16, 2018

Jet lag sets in when we cross three or more time zones because it upsets on our circadian rhythms.Associated Press file Exhaustion. Gastrointestinal discomfort. Headaches. Difficulty concentrating. Trouble falling asleep…

San Juan Regional to offer arthritis class
Health

San Juan Regional to offer arthritis class

September 16, 2018

People with joint pain will learn how to lead a more active lifestyle and how to keep their joints healthy. Orthopedic surgeons will explain available treatments for joint pain and…

Fort Lewis College Calendar
Community

Fort Lewis College Calendar

September 14, 2018

Saturday Lecture, “OTZI, the 5,300-year old Tyrolean Iceman Mummy and the World’s Oldest Tattoos,” 6:30 p.m., $10, Student Union Ballroom. Sunday Skyhawk’s Women’s Soccer: Regis University vs. Fort Lewis College,…

Thank You Letters
Community

Thank You Letters

September 14, 2018

The La Plata County Historical Society and Animas Museum wish to thank all those who helped with putting together our annual Culinary Heritage Dinner at the Strater Hotel in August.…

Bridge Scores
Community

Bridge Scores

September 14, 2018

Sept. 6 Non-Life Master First: A. Davis/J. Mullins Second: S. Croom/J. Goldstein Third: L. Hawk/C. Schadt Fourth: R. Davis/K. Hasz Fifth: S. Letteney/S. Mondin Sixth: N. Burpee/J. Fusco Seventh: R.…

High Noon Rotary to meet Thursday
Community

High Noon Rotary to meet Thursday

September 14, 2018

Club committee activities will be discussed. Community members are welcome to attend. Lunch is available for $17. For more information, visit www.durangohighnoonrotary.com.

Daybreak Rotary to meet Wednesday
Community

Daybreak Rotary to meet Wednesday

September 14, 2018

On Wednesday, Susan Atkinson and John Purser from Citizen’s Climate Lobby will speak. Daybreak is known as the “hands on” club with projects that include wood delivery to people in…

Pope summons bishops for February abuse prevention summit
Religion

Pope summons bishops for February abuse prevention summit

September 12, 2018

Pope Francis leaves at the end of his general audience in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on Sept. 12.Alessandra Tarantino/Associated Press Francis’ key cardinal advisers announced the decision Wednesday,…

Health Education Center to offer scholars program
Health

Health Education Center to offer scholars program

September 12, 2018

The enhancement program is part of a national and state AHEC Organization and Health Resources and Services Administration initiative to prepare health professionals to serve rural communities. It consists of…

Matter of Balance class offered in Farmington
Health

Matter of Balance class offered in Farmington

September 11, 2018

Classes are open to those 60 and older who are concerned about falls. Participants will learn to: view falls as controllable; set realistic goals for increasing activity; make changes to…