Durango Local NEWS by LNN
Don’t Ignore Sudden Loss of Sight
Drs. Sara Haug and Moss Fenberg with Southwest Retina Consultants explain why it’s so important to see an ophthalmologist is you experience sudden vision loss in one eye.
Will Tax District Save Our Rural Libraries?
Neighbors of the Durango Public Library branches at Fort Lewis Mesa and Sunnyside elementary schools want to preserve their local libraries, but they may have to establish a new taxing district to ensure stable funding.
How to Elevate Civility in School Sports
Two long-time Durango coaches want to return to a focus on sportsmanship, both on the fields and in the stands, with a new non-profit to train coaches in transactional leadership and coaching styles.
Snowdown Ready for 41st Year of Fun
Snowdown is ready to launch on Jan. 30 through Feb. 3, and if you’re wanting to attend the Follies or the Fashion Do’s and Don’t Luncheon, get ready to line up early on Saturday, Jan. 19, for ticket sales.
Third-Annual Women’s March Jan. 19
A march and rally celebrating the record number of women elected to public office in November’s election will be held on Saturday, Jan. 19. Get the details here, on Durango TV News.
Gun Shops Help with Suicide Awareness
Gun shop owners have become unlikely partners in the community’s fight to reduce suicides. Find out how Cole Hyson, owner of the Colorado Trading Company, is helping raise awareness about gun safety and suicide.
Business Offers Refills to Reduce Plastic
Tired of all the plastic that accumulates after you’ve used up the product? WeFill, a new company in town, offers bulk refills of organic soaps, bath products and household cleaners to reduce the amount of plastic used.
DFRA Demonstrates How to Conduct a Cold-Water Rescue
It takes special equipment to rescue someoine who’s fallen into freezing water.
Healthy Living: Seek Support When You’re Attempting to Lose Weight
Dr. Ashley Lucas, founder of PHD Weight Loss, explains why support from other people is critical to meeting your weight-loss goals.
Made In Durango: Sheet Metal
If you can’t find a part you need for your equipment, many local manufacturing companies turn to Holt Sheet Metal. But did you know that they also make potato-processing machinery sold worldwide?
Healthy Living: Blood Pressure & Eyes
Find out how doctors can detect early warning signs of high blood pressure through regular eye examinations in this edition of Healthy Living with Dr. Moss Fenberg, ophthalmologist with Southwest Retina Consultants.
Volunteers Protect Cultural Sites
An army of volunteers monitors Ancestral Puebloan cultural sites in Montezuma County to reduce vandalism and erosion to the sensitive archaeological treasures.
It’s Your Money: Making Life Changes
When a major life event or life change occurs, it’s helpful to have a financial advisor to keep on top of money issues.
Events Coming Up in the Durango Area
A few holliday events you may want to consider placing on your calendar.
Why Most Diets Don’t Work
Healthy Living in the Four Corners brings you Dr. Ashley Lucas, a registered dietician and found of PHD Weight Loss, who explains the science behind weight gain and weight loss, and why most diets and exercise regimens fail.
Winter Heating Safety Tips from DFRA
Do you use wood-burning stoves or fireplaces to warm your home in winter? While they may be convenient and inexpensive, wood-burning appliances can be dangerous. Here are a few safety tips for winter heating.
The Art of Gift-Giving at Solstice Market
Original paintings, sculptures, pottery, jewelry, textile art and clothes, you’ll find it all at the Durango Art Center’s annual Winter Solstice Market. Find out what curator Peter Hay looks for in his selections.
IT’S YOUR MONEY: New Tax Bill & Business
Pat Barrett with Tafoya Barrett and Associates explains the biggest changes to business income tax laws.
Congress Considers Legalizing Hemp
Congress will consider taking non-psycho-active hemp off the Schedule 1 dangerous drugs list. If that happens, local Montezuma County businesses are poised to take advantage of new markets.
Trail Closures Start Dec. 1
Winter closures to protect wintering deer and elk beging Dec. 1. Check out this story and our map to see what’s open and closed this winter.
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