Southwest Life

Dr. Laura Warner appointed to State Behavioral Health Taskforce Subcommittee

At the direction of Governor Jared Polis, the mission of the task force is to evaluate and set the roadmap…

July 4, 2019

Locals complete hyperbaric medical team training

This 40-hour training included information on the history of the medical uses of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, medical research and protocols…

July 3, 2019

Travel

Chief says shorthanded TSA will handle July 4 travel surge

Passengers wait in line at a Transportation Security Administration checkpoint at the Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia. The chief of…

July 2, 2019

Health

Future is in doubt for cheaper versions of biologic drugs

Chuck Pope, left, and wife, Nina, talk about his ongoing battle with rheumatoid arthritis and trying to afford medications to…

July 2, 2019

And the West is History

Photo: Animas City Independence Day

And the West is History: Animas City Independence Day

July 1, 2019

Travel

Go to Grand Junction: Food, drink, art and outdoor options you can’t miss

Food, drink, art and outdoor options you can’t miss

June 30, 2019

Health

Vaccine no match against flu bug that popped up near end

A medical assistant at a community health center gives a patient a flu shot in Seattle. U.S. health officials say…

June 29, 2019

Travel

E-bikes encounter rocky road to approval despite popularity

They’re something more than a bicycle, something less than a motorcycle

June 29, 2019

Community

Friends of the Arts grateful for successful show

Dennis Elkins, a former Fort Lewis College professor, came to town to do his self-written, one man show. Appreciation goes…

June 28, 2019

Community

Mercy Regional Medical Center May births

Mary and Tyler Wancura, Ignacio, CallieLonna Teddy, 7 lbs. 7 oz., 4:38 p.m. May 6. Anne and Matthew Ryals, Durango,…

June 28, 2019

Community

July library events

1900 East Third Ave., 375-3380, www.durangopubliclibrary.org. Ongoing events 1900 East Third Ave., 375-3380, www.durangopubliclibrary.org. Tuesdays, 2 p.m.: Baby Storytime. For…

June 28, 2019

Community

Vallecito Lake announces Independence week schedule of events

Saturday 9 a.m., Vallecito Conservation and Sporting Association Members 3D Archery Shoot, County Road 501 north of Coolwater Ranch. $25.2-5…

June 28, 2019

Community

Silverton to host July Fourth Celebration

The daylong celebration will begin with a fun run and continue with events for the whole family. The 2K, 5K…

June 28, 2019

Community

Conundrum to host The Great Independent Scavenger Hunt

The hunt will send participants out to explore Durango, local businesses and history. Solve clues, puzzles and challenges set up…

June 28, 2019

Community

Rotary to host July Fourth breakfast

The breakfast bar will offer mimosas, bloody Marys and margaritas for an additional cost. There will be live patriotic music…

June 28, 2019

Community

Man to Man prostate cancer support group to meet

Anyone with prostate issues, cancer diagnosis, high PSA or questions about treatment is welcomed. The group advocates an open dialogue…

June 28, 2019

Community

Gentle yoga class offered at St. Marks Church

The classes are ideally suited for seniors, those new to yoga or those who want to relax and restore. Drop-ins…

June 28, 2019

Community

City of Durango announces Fourth of July events

Rotary Park Events 7:30-11:30 a.m., The 12th annual Rotary All-American Gourmet Breakfast. Full breakfast and coffee. Mimosas, bloody Marys and…

June 28, 2019

Community

Durango DeColores Civitan Club to meet Tuesday

The speaker will be Nicole DeRuiter, who will speak about a new drop-in child care program she hopes to start…

June 28, 2019

Community

Heart Safe La Plata to offer CPR, first aid classes

3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday: Community basic first aid.6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday: Community adult/child/infant CPR. 6 to 10 p.m.…

June 28, 2019

Community

FLC to host Fourth at the Fort

Join FLC alumni, families and friends at FLC for music, food, beer and the best view of fireworks for the…

June 28, 2019

Community

Senior Center to host picnics in July

Entertainment will be provided. On Wednesday, live jazz will be provided by Taylor Smith and Dan Carlson. Linda Carter will…

June 27, 2019

Travel

30 tents abandoned by climbers add to trash pile on Everest

Budget expedition companies charge as little as $30,000 per climber, cutting costs including waste removal. Everest has so much garbage…

June 26, 2019

Health

New drug to boost women’s sex drive approved in U.S.

The medication Vyleesi, approved June 21 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, is only the second approved to increase…

June 26, 2019