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And the West is History

100 years ago: “It is predicted by men who are in position to know that there will be at least four mines near May Day spur shipping ore to the Durango smelter this summer. Indications a...

Timelooper app takes you back in history

In London, the past is just a look away

Exploring the sea cliffs and sad stories of Molokai

Thousands with leprosy once quarantined along dramatic northern shore

Why to consider TSA’s PreCheck program

NEW YORK – Fliers facing extremely long airport security lines this spring and summer might want to consider becoming members of the Transportation Security Administration’s PreCheck, an exp...

And the West is History

100 years ago: “Considerable interest is being manifested in the section beyond Molas Lakes and around the head of Cascade Creek. Several parties have reported seeing tungsten bearing ve...

And the West is History

100 years ago: “Durango smelter men are jubilant. A decision was reached by the company to increase their wages 15 cents a day, thereby making them the highest paid smelter employees in ...

And the West is History

100 years ago: “You are invited to the Red Men Hall dance tonight. Talented vocalists will sing the choruses. Moonlight dances. Good music, good floor, good time.” 75 years...

Durango photographer captured intimate moment with Townes Van Zandt

For the avid music lover, a hurried rush to the men’s bathroom at Open Shutter Gallery quickly turns into a moment of curious distraction: How did a picture of Townes Van Zandt playing in Si...

Blood test for concussions? Researchers report some progress

CHICAGO – New research bolsters evidence that a simple blood test may someday be used to detect concussions. It suggests that a protein linked with head trauma may be present in b...

Earth Briefs

Projects planned for wildfire mitigation National Wildfire Community Preparedness Day will be held May 7. The National Fire Protection Association selected 125 communities to rec...

Health Briefs

Cardiovascular health to be discussed San Juan Basin Health Department’s Promoter Program will present “Cholesterol – Good or Bad?” from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. April 8 at the Durango Community Re...

And the West is History

100 years ago: “We deliver Sunday until noon packed so you can serve Sunday evening. Herbert Sample, who has just arrived from Iowa, will be at the head of our ice cream department. Get ...