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DENVER (KDVR) — Snow has been falling for several days across Colorado, and while some areas have seen little to no accumulation, other parts of the state have seen nearly 3 feet of snow so far. Denver weather: What to expect as snow falls through end of week The snow started on Tuesday, with some areas collecting almost a foot of snow within 24 hours. Denver also saw its first measurable snowfall this season, during this storm. While...
Veterans Day Durango
Veterans Day Monday, November 11, 2024 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Main Street and 1550 Main Avenue Durango, CO 81301 !550 Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301 Veterans Day is a Special Day set aside to honor all our veterans for their service to this nation. The Day starts with a Veterans Day Parade which starts at 11:00 on Main Street. If you wish to join the Parade please contact us. The Parade is followed by an Air Force Fly Over....
Battle of the Bards
Battle of the bards At a loss for words right now? Well, you’re in luck. This Sat., Nov. 9, dozens of local poets will be filling the intellectual and literary void as they face off (as much as poets can) in Durango’s first Poetry Contest at 7 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center. This idea for the event was hatched a little over a month ago with a call to the community for poetry submissions. A panel of local judges reviewed the...
Scheduled Opening Day Festivities November 16 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Scheduled Opening Day Festivities November 16 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm The 2024/2025 ski season is scheduled to kick off at 9am on Saturday, November 16th! We are stoked to welcome you back to the mountain! Thanks to all of our hardworking team members and mother nature for getting the mountain ready for the season. As always we will bring the stoke and have “Powder”ed Pancakes! Come enjoy some early season turns and celebrate our opening...
History of Halloween
Halloween is among the oldest traditions in the world as it touches on an essential element of the human condition: the relationship between the living and the dead. The observance evolved from ancient rituals marking the transition from summer to winter, thereby associating it with transformation, which is still a central theme of the holiday. Every recorded civilization has created some form of ritual observance focused on...
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...
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