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New Mexico announces vaccine self-scheduling for people 60 and older

New Mexico Department of Health on Thursday announced that To do so, log in to www.vaccineNM.org using a confirmation code and date of birth, choose a location and then select from availab...

DATE: Apr 8, 2021 | CATEGORY: New Mexico

Durango Muffler and Brake announces rebranding

Durango Muffler and Brake announced a rebranding to reflect the company’s evolution into an all-encompassing, auto repair business. The new company name is now Durango Automotive Repair, to ...

DATE: Apr 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Business

Community Foundation Serving Southwest Colorado provides grant funds

San Juan Development Association announced that microloan funds continue to be available to help San Juan County, Colorado, businesses, and because of funding by the Community Foundation ser...

DATE: Apr 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Business

Tim Papi joins Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties

Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties announced that Tim Papi has joined its team as a full-time independent sales associate to its Durango office. For more information, visit ww...

DATE: Apr 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Business

Wildlife closures remain in effect until April 16

Hikers and mountain bikers using trails in Durango are reminded that wildlife areas remain closed until April 16. The closures, which went into effect Dec. 1, are designated to provide safe ...

DATE: Apr 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

San Juan Regional Medical Center to host blood drive

San Juan Regional Medical Center will host a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday in the main parking lot, 801 W. Maple St. Donors may schedule appointments at www.bloodhero....

DATE: Apr 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: New Mexico

Farmington Electric Utility System upgrading payment software

Farmington Electric Utility System switched its online payment provider to offer added benefits for customers. The new system is live and available at FEUS tested the new online payment pr...

DATE: Apr 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: New Mexico

Flags lowered in honor and remembrance of Congressman Alcee Hastings

Gov. Jared Polis has ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings until sunset Wednesday, as a sign of remembrance and honor for his former colleague, Rep. Alcee Hasting...

DATE: Apr 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Marilyn Harris elected secretary of Colorado Republican Central Committee

Marilyn Harris of Pagosa Springs was elected to the office of secretary of the state of Colorado Republican Central Committee. Harris is also the county chairwoman of the Archule...

DATE: Apr 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Humane Society emergency surgeries increase

La Plata County Humane Society has seen an immense increase in emergency medical cases since the beginning of the year. Recent case include, Douglas, a cat brought in as a stray ...

DATE: Apr 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County commissioners seeks applicants for boards, commissions

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners is seeking residents who want to serve in an advisory role on volunteer boards and commissions. Applications for these commissio...

DATE: Apr 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Commissioner Matt Salka to offer phone-in office hours

La Plata County Commissioner Matt Salka will hold office hours by telephone from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, instead of in-person, in an effort to follow public health guidance about social distan...

DATE: Apr 5, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News