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From the Extension Office A little bit of planning can help make your summer travel safe

This seems like a logical weekend to think of getting into the mountains. With such high temperatures this summer, heading to the mountains is looking better and better. Last year...

DATE: Jul 2, 2016 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Orlando copes with aftermath of 3 tragedies

Eva Dickerson’s recent Orlando visit ended on a less-than-magical note. Her family vacation coincided with the shocking murder there of singer Christina Grimmie. Over the next few...

DATE: Jul 2, 2016 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

We are committed to adapting to best serve our community

Sometimes, when we have done something the same way for so long, it can be tough to see other options. We need a bit of a shake-up to push us to the next big thing. We need a challenge that ...

DATE: Jul 2, 2016 | CATEGORY: Creating Community

Shortages felt in third wartime Christmas

The first two Christmases of World War II had come and gone and the season was not what it used to be. Children found this out when toys, such as electric trains and iron toys, became scarce...

DATE: Jul 2, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Grupo Cementos de Chihuahua finally gets its own private haul road

Along a winding country road, far away from the sight of the city of Durango, a group of neighbors live in harmony among serene nature. For about 4 minutes. Suddenly, as if on cue, a rumblin...

DATE: Jul 2, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Dairy Queen will be missed, but do we need another fast-food joint?

The hand-printed sign on the door reads “Closed for good.” Those words are being read by many disappointed people this holiday weekend, despite our cooler temperatures. And they c...

DATE: Jul 2, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

GOP Senate candidate Glenn wins unlikely but remarkable primary

Landlocked Colorado is not known for big-wave surfing, except perhaps by kayak during the peak runoff season. Do not tell that to Darryl Glenn. A county commissioner from El Paso...

DATE: Jun 30, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Music in the Mountains is like summer camp for adults

One of my favorite parts of summer in Durango is Music in the Mountains. It’s not only a time to enjoy great music, it’s a time to say hello to musician friends I see only during this amazin...

DATE: Jun 30, 2016 | CATEGORY: View from the Fort

Experiencing Cuba’s fine fly fishing

Cigars, old cars and saltwater fly fishing

DATE: Jun 30, 2016 | CATEGORY: Flies & Lies

Outcome of DA primary should largely settle direction of 6th Judicial District

Outcome should largely settle the direction of the 6th Judicial District

DATE: Jun 30, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Early diagnosis of diabetes can limit its damage

Type 2 diabetes mellitus is one of the most common chronic health conditions among adults in the United States. The hallmark of this disease is resistance to insulin. Insulin is ...

DATE: Jun 29, 2016 | CATEGORY: La Plata Health Watch

Speak out for quiet users on forest trails in Rico/West Dolores Area

The Dolores River watershed and backcountry needs your support. The Dolores District of the San Juan National Forest recently released a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for t...

DATE: Jun 29, 2016 | CATEGORY: Thinking Green