Was the Bitcoin White Paper Intentionally Published on Halloween?
Key Takeaways The Bitcoin white paper was published on Oct. 31, 2008. Did Satoshi Nakamoto choose Halloween on purpose? Several theories explore the significance of the date. One of the more intriguing aspects of Bitcoin lore is that Satoshi Nakamoto’s original white paper was published on Halloween in 2008. But is there any significance to the date, or was it merely a coincidence of timing? You May Also Like Technology Tech Stock...
Annual Ski Swap
Annual Ski Swap Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 • 8:00 am – 4:00 pm La Plata County Fairgrounds • 2500 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 MapEvent Website Event Description More than 10,000 items to choose from! New and used ski and snowboard equipment for sale at prices that cannot be beat. In addition to the vendors, local individuals will have their equipment for sale as well. Buyers will experience further bonus as they discover hiking...
Register Now for Inaugural ‘Four Corners AI Conference’ in Durango
Register Now for Inaugural ‘Four Corners AI Conference’ in Durango Posted on October 29, 2024 by Post Contributor Get ready for a deep dive into the world of AI at the Four Corners AI Conference! Our journey begins here. The La Plata Economic Development Alliance is pleased to announce the inaugural Four Corners AI Conference on Friday, December 6, from 8:30am until 4pm. This free, one-day conference will be held at Fort Lewis...
Children’s Halloween Trick-or-Treat & Carnival
Children’s Halloween Trick-or-Treat & Carnival Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 • 4:00 – 6:00 pm Downtown Durango • Durango, CO Map Event Description The little ghost and goblins fill the streets of Downtown Durango on October 31 for the Children’s Halloween Event. This is a fun and safe option for kids to trick or treat in costume at nearly 100 participating merchants. This event is for children 10 and under, accompanied by...
Unexpected Link Between Menthol And Alzheimer’s Discovered in Mice
A recent study found something strange: When mice with Alzheimer’s disease inhale menthol, their cognitive abilities improve. It seems the chemical compound can stop some of the damage done to the brain that’s usually associated with the disease. In particular, researchers noticed a reduction in the interleukin-1-beta (IL-1β) protein, which helps to regulate the body’s inflammatory response – a response that can...
The Rocky Horror Show
The Rocky Horror Show Select dates from Oct 25 – Nov 2, 2024 Durango Arts Center • 802 E 2nd Ave, Durango, 81301 MapEvent Website Event Description Come and be a part of the Rocky Horror experience at the DAC. Sing and dance the “Time Warp” along along with Brad and Janet as they discover the wonders “over at the Frankenstein place” as they learn about love, life, and transvestite aliens. One fateful night, Brad Majors and his...
Halloween Bike Parade and Powerhouse Party
Halloween Bike Parade and Powerhouse Party Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 • 4:00 – 6:30 pm Animas River Trail • Durango, CO MapEvent Website Event Description Get ready for a ghoulishly good time at the Devo Halloween Costume Parade and Party! All Ages – Wear your costumes! All members of the public are welcome! Join us for a parade along the picturesque Animas River Trail, ending at the Powerhouse for an epic Halloween Party! Get...
Glaucoma Symptoms, Testing and Diagnosis
For years, Andrew Iwach, executive director of the Glaucoma Center of San Francisco, has been trying to convince patients to kick their smoking habit. Words like emphysema and lung cancer aren’t always successful. But when people learn that puffing could increase their risk of glaucoma, well, that’s a different story. “I’ve helped more patients quit smoking by letting them know smoking affects vision loss,” says Iwach, a spokesperson...
60-plus inches of snow could fall in upcoming Colorado blizzard
The National Weather Service has released their snowfall forecast for a storm that’s expected to hit Colorado this weekend – and it’s looking like it’ll be a doozy. For a bit of context, it’s worth noting that the National Weather Service releases three key maps related to potential snowfall – an ‘expected snowfall’ map (80% chance), a ‘high-end amount’ map (10% chance), and a...
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is blowing its last whistle for the fall
DURANGO, Colo. (KREX) – The historic Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is blowing it’s last whistle for the iconic Silverton steam train excursion and closing for the fall. There’s only two weeks left to experience the fall colors on this historic railroad. The last steam locomotive will depart on Saturday, Oct. 26. Railroad officials with the railroad tell WesternSlopeNow the train museum in Durango will be closed from Oct....
