Health
DIY Rustic Up-cycled Home Décor
Green living is both easy on the earth and beneficial for our health. It can also be easier on the wallet as well. When we make an effort to reuse and recycle old things into new, we save money and create one- of-a- kind pieces. When we craft things ourselves we can often save hundreds of dollars to get the same unique stylish look that’s found in upscale design magazines and home décor boutiques. Some of these treasures can even be...
Farmers Market Opens
The Durango Farmers Market opens for its 20th Anniversary Season at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 14.
Hospice Construction Begins
Nearly a thousand fans descended on Buckley Park last week to greet two members of the championship Broncos football team. There’s a reason why they included Durango in their fan tour… Will a new business park boost the Southwest Colorado economy? And a group of fifth-graders from Riverview Elementary School hope to raise $16,000 for a trip to the International Destination Imagination STEAM Competition in Knoxville, Tenn....
MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE!
Durango has been good to us. We believe in giving back to the community we love. Mary and Bailey, our Cavalier King Charles Certified Therapy Dog, are active members of the Durango therapy dog group. These highly trained pups bring joy and comfort wherever and whenever needed. From weekly visits to the Cottonwood Rehab Center and Pediatric Partners to special visits to the Park Elementary class rooms when tragedy struck, these dogs...
FLC Student Success Program
Do you have a hard time finding family-friendly activities for your kids in Durango? A new web service hopes to become the go-to site for families in the Four Corners. One woman got the surprise of her life at the Silverton Skijoring competition over the President’s Day weekend. Find out what it was… And learn how to make the perfect Moscow Mule during this week’s Chef’s Secrets, sponsored by the Durango...
Durango Indoor Recreation Options Keep Residents Active
With winter in full force in Durango, many of us locals are trying to stay in shape and keep active to uphold our New Year’s Resolutions. Yet how does a person do that with snow outside? Of course, there are a ton of outdoor exercise options available, but we are also fortunate to have some state-of-the-art facilities that cater to indoor recreation. Summer and winter alike, these places stay busy and have options for everyone. The...
Commodity Village at Wolf Creek
Com·mod·i·ty – /kəˈmädədē/ noun – a raw material or primary product that can be bought and sold, such as copper or coffee. Although relishing the opportunity to be outside in such a pristine place, I reminded myself I was in this meadow for a reason… The sight of these two posts in the marshy ground, brought me back to my mission here on this lonely pass in Southern Colorado. “This all could be gone”, I...
Trail Magic – Crossing the Bridge
Seven years ago, I crossed the same bridge I stand upon now, both figuratively and literally. Looking back upon completing this circle 9000 miles from home, I realize this decision has been one of the most influential of my life. That being, to humbly submit myself to the unknown, and dance with it… Again, emphasizing the title of this series, “Trail Magic”… I’ve traveled through time, lost myself to the...
New Owner Steps in as Purgatory Celebrates it’s 50th!
Durango Mountain Resort announces that James Coleman, a local Durango businessman, finalized the purchase of the resort operations (not the real estate) on February 25, 2015. In honor of Purgatory’s 50th anniversary (resort was founded in 1965), Coleman will re-launch the popular “retro” logo with the red and white inverted triangles. Coleman grew up skiing at Purgatory. Coleman’s resort portfolio includes four southwest ski areas: ...
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics. ALL DRESSED UP: Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame. Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and Trick-or-Treat bags for...
Local Music Producer Tributes the Animas – “Orange River”
“Orange River” – The Chava People “I recorded this song because of the lack of oversight that was going on…”, states songwriter and producer, James Mirabal. “When all that mine waste rushed into the Animas I was really shocked and confused. Then I felt mislead and then finally angry… because this could have been prevented…” Soulful and lamenting notes pierce this hard and...
Preventing Skin Cancer
Tips for not Getting Burned in the Colorado Sunshine Summertime in Durango is an epic time of year. Hiking, biking, rafting, boating, climbing, and the list continues make for many hours spent in the outdoors. One of the greatest things about living and playing in the Southwest is all of the sunshine, but there is a darker side. Exposure to UV Rays is a known carcinogen that may lead to various types of skin cancer. Furthermore, skin...
Modern Herbalism in the Southwest
It’s been five years since I interned with Deb Buck. At the time I was an ambitious college student looking for some practical knowledge about the ecosystems of the Southwest. I bought a few guide books about native edible and medicinal plants and very quickly realized how hard it was to learn about plant identification from books. After explaining my challenges to a good friend, who recommended I talk with Deb, I got...
The Legacy and Future of Mining in the San Juan Mountains
The residents of La Plata County mourned the tangerine-colored river two weeks ago, and are now digesting the water quality data that the EPA and third party research institutions, like Mountain Studies Institute (MSI), have put forth to try and understand what this means for us and the future of the Animas River. Unfortunately, the events of early August were not a singular incident. They were a harsh reminder of a truth that exists...
Three Springs Farmers Market Starts Th. 6/18, 4-7PM
Local Farm Fresh Veggies Every Thursday to Three Springs Plaza Tierra Vida Farms is bringing fresh produce to Three Springs Plaza. The farm stand will be open beginning this Thursday, June 18th from 4:00 – 7:00 PM, and will continue every Thursday at the same time throughout the season. The new weekday farmers market will bring convenience to healthy eating and living, as area residents can stop by and pick up fresh produce on the way...
National Public Health Week
San Juan Basin Health Invites Community to Open House on April 8, 2015 Durango, CO – San Juan Basin Health’s Executive Director Liane Jollon would like to personally invite you to their open house. In order to help celebrate National Public Health Week, San Juan Basin Health is opening their doors, Wednesday, April 8 from 4-6 PM to help showcase all of the programs and services they provide Archuleta and La Plata counties. They...
La Plata County FREE Legal Clinic at the Ignacio Community Library on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 FREE LEGAL CLINIC – LA PLATA COUNTY: ALL FREE FREE LEGAL CLINIC at your IGNACIO COMMUNITY LIBRARY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM in IGNACIO A free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney, will be featured from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM on the second FRIDAY of each month at the Ignacio Community Library at 470 Goddard Avenue in Ignacio. By computer link, volunteer attorneys will...
Weight Watchers Tips the Scales for Heath Care Professionals
The Daily Meal Partners with MedPage Today and Everyday Health to Determine Best and Worst Weight-Loss Programs New York, NY(May 14th, 2014) – The Daily Meal – Spanfeller Media Group’s (SMG) mega food site – today announces its latest report, 12 Best and Worst Weight-Loss Programs According to the Experts, in partnership with Everyday Health and MedPage Today. Tapping into the MedPage Today audience of health...
Fort Lewis College joins the national campaign for “real food”
Pager item text :Fort Lewis College Image:Fort Lewis College joins the national campaign for “real food” Durango, CO – Fort Lewis College is only the second college in Colorado to sign the Real Food Challenge (RFC) Commitment. To commemorate this milestone, the College is hosting the Real Food Chow Down on March 18th in the Student Union’s San Juan Dining area. The Chow Down showcases the RFC’s definition...
Mind Body Green
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