La Plata Health Watch Manage your medications responsibly If you think about it, a century ago, with the exception of aspirin, few effective chemical treatments existed. For instance,… December 21, 2014
John Peel Winter: Yay or nay? The snow and chill bring smiles to some, frowns to others December 21, 2014
Action Line Wag more, bark less with annual Christmas doggerel The public art at the intersection of U.S. Highway 550/160 became one of the most talked about stories in Durango… December 21, 2014
Creating Community Gratitude can bring substantial health benefits Medical researchers are now asking, could gratitude be rewarded with better health? No pills? No strict diets or exercise regimens?… December 20, 2014
Adventures in Motherhood Gift of gratitude better than any material present We celebrated the first night of Hanukkah with butternut squash-potato latkes topped with green chile and chokecherry-applesauce, cheap red wine… December 20, 2014
The Travel Troubleshooter How was man billed $3,374 for 1-day car rental? The reason? A tire on Bonney’s car went flat only a few hours before his flight back home to Alaska,… December 20, 2014
From our Congressman Needed assessments How else do we tell if instruction is working? December 20, 2014
From our Congressman Session will convene soon with full plate I’ve received my committee assignments, and they include chairing the Senate Judiciary Committee and serving as vice-chairwoman of the Agriculture,… December 20, 2014
From our Congressman Tips for coping with stress of holidays – or any tests Earl That’s right, it’s finals season for students and holiday season for adults. During this potentially tear-jerking time of mental… December 20, 2014
Neighbors Blankets = comfort for kids Founded in 2001, the members of Project Linus put their creative and craft talents to good use by knitting, crocheting,… December 19, 2014
Red Cross and you Gifts too big for stocking: Time, talents, compassion At the American Red Cross, we rely heavily on our volunteer workforce to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the… December 19, 2014
Downtown Lowdown Ski season is here: it’s time to celebrate For the last decade, Ska Brewing Co. has partnered with Venture Snowboards, the Silverton-based snowboard company, to welcome winter in… December 18, 2014
Your Ecological House Doing your part can improve our future He was talking to two other friends who had been to the “People’s Climate March” held in September in New… December 17, 2014
From the Extension Office This parasitic plant gives us reason to pucker up at holidays That one actually turned out wonderfully, as we all enjoyed the last moments of sunlight and warmth that were gobbled… December 17, 2014
What's Up Downtown Doesn’t our downtown look spectacular? From one end of downtown to the other, everyone truly has stepped up. Thousands of people came out to celebrate… December 15, 2014
View from the Center For arts center, many reasons to celebrate in 2014 At the Durango Arts Center, we have a tremendous amount to celebrate this year. In November, we became the proud… December 14, 2014
La Plata Health Watch Herd immunity is strong case for vaccination The young child developed infection of the lining of the brain, known as meningitis, as well as bacterial blood infection.… December 14, 2014
Action Line Roads gifted with spa treatment, its amenities It was a pampering spa day for some lucky local roads. Well, sort of. Let’s let our good friend Levi… December 14, 2014
Creating Community Unequal health-care access can have profound effect Many of us equate ADA access with reserved parking spots, ramps and automatic doors. Physical access is essential, but there… December 13, 2014
Gulliford's Travels A tragic tale in Ouray A failed mining dream and the origin of ‘Danny Boy’ December 13, 2014
From our Congressman Preserve your inheritance as separate property Vette In Colorado, if you are married, all property acquired subsequent to the date of your marriage is deemed to… December 13, 2014
Neighbors The holidays are in full swing The Reading Club of Durango holds its holiday luncheon Thursday at the Strater Hotel with festive decorations. In front are… December 12, 2014