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And the West is History

100 years ago: “Graden company is now curing pork loins in a way that renders ham somewhat doubtful, their boneless cased pork all ready to slice and fry is something new to Durango.” ...

And the West is History

100 years ago: “Silverton was hard hit by the Sunnyside fire, loss in the lay off of men is greater than will occur from absence of ore shipments. Rebuilding at this season of the year is ex...

And the West is History

100 years ago: “In regular session the city commissioners passed the appropriation ordinance for the year 1914, totalling $71,230 for distribution among the various departments of the city. ...

Health Briefs

Acupuncture clinic available to veterans A Durango Veterans Acupuncture Clinic will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Mondays and from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at 635 East Fifth Ave. ...

Whooping cough shot stops illness, not spread

Keeps people from getting sick, but doesn’t halt contagion

Data reveal vaccines’ benefit

100 million saved from disease

Tongue pierce lets paralyzed pilot wheelchairs

WASHINGTON – An experimental device is letting paralyzed people drive wheelchairs simply by flicking their tongue in the right direction. Key to this wireless system: Users get th...

Cancer battle inspires a book

Durango woman shares experience, offers advice

And the West is History

100 years ago: SILVERTON – “Fire originating from an unknown source destroyed the tramway, terminals, ore bins, ore houses, stables and all buildings at Sunnyside Mine, north of this place, ...

Travel gifts to keep organized, connected

NEW YORK – Today’s travelers want to be comfortable, organized and connected. With those themes in mind, here are some gift ideas, starting with suggestions from three people who travel for ...

Travels with Fido

Tales – and horror stories – from pet-friendly destinations

Be prepared before flying with your pet

Millions of people travel during the holidays to visit relatives and friends. But if you must board a plane to see grandma or your best buddy, should your dog or cat come along? O...