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An Evening with Karla Bonoff
Karla Bonoff has been described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation. That description is not hyperbole. With a career spanning four decades, Bonoff has enjoyed critical acclaim, commercial success, enduring popularity and the unwavering respect of her peers. In addition toncharting with her own recordings, Karla has seen her songs become hits for Bonnie Raitt, Wynonna Judd and Linda Ronstadt. Many of Bonoff’s...
The Mousai
THE MOUSAI (Muses) were the goddesses of music, song and dance, and the source of inspiration to poets. They were also goddesses of knowledge, who remembered all things that had come to pass. featuring three female singers in each act a sort of celebration of women in music J-Calvin PJ Moon & The Swapper The Ghost Tapes Henry Strater Theatre – Friday September 27th. Doors open at 8pm show begins at...
PCC Dean Focuses on Building Community
Sam Dosumu, the new executive dean for Pueblo Community College Southwest, wants to put the ‘community’ back in community college. We visit with him on the first day of the fall semester
Discuss Estate Plans Before You Die
Pat Barrett explains why it’s a good idea to discuss the disposition of your estate with your family before you die so that your heirs are prepared and you can explain your decisions.
Healthy Living: Wear Eye Protection
When you work on projects that could damage your eyes, you know you should wear eye protection. However, you may be surprised how many everyday activities also warrant eye protection.
Haviland Lake to Be Drained This Fall
The Haviland Lake dam and outlet are in need of repair, so Colorado Parks & Wildlife plans to drain the lake following Labor Day. Get out your pole (and fishing license) no bag limit for now! _
Four Corners Motorcycle Rally
Labor Day weekend is upon us, and in Durango that means one thing: it’s time for the annual Four Corners Motorcycle Rally! It’s a full weekend of bike rides, music, giveaways, and food. Durango Harley Davidson is one of the hubs of activity throughout the weekend. They’ll have vendors, food, and a bar during the day on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There will also be special events such as live music, an arm wrestling contest, and...
The Cell Phone Radiation Scandal: Top Brands are Lying About Safety
As the controversy over 5G networks and cell phone radiation continues, it turns out that manufacturers aren’t playing fair. In a groundbreaking expose by the Chicago Tribune, popular phones by Apple, Samsung, and Motorola were found to produce radiation that exceeds federal limits. The new data has forced the FCC to investigate – and could be a major blow to the industry. The question has been asked about as long as mobile phones...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Temptation
“I can resist everything except temptation.” – Bailey Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office. Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
Real Men Run a Mile in Women’s Shoes
The Women’s Resource Center seeks a few good men (well, quite a few, actually) who are willing to run a race in high heels. Find out more about this hilarious fund-raiser!
IT’S YOUR MONEY: Why Records Count
The first thing a potential business buyer wants to see are the books. What do sales look like? How about expenses? How much did the company net? And they’ll want them electronically.
Healthy Living: Children and Obesity
Dr. Ashley Lucas, founder of PHD Weight Loss, encourages parents to reduce sugar in their children’s diets to prevent childhood obesity and future weight problems as adults.
Demand for Local Food Boosts Local Ag
The number of farms and acreage in crops has grown by more than 4 percent in La Plata County during the past five years, largely due to a growing demand for locally grown food.
Jarabe Mexicano featuring Ballet Folklorico de Los Angeles – “Cruzando Fronteras”
San Diego’s breakout Latin band, Jarabe Mexicano honors the past while embracing the future, incorporating the members’ unique mixture (jarabe) of traditional as well as popular genres. A six-member group, most Jarabe Mexicano members have grown up living, studying and working on both sides of the border – which has provided them an intimate understanding of the trans-border demands and the challenges facing millions who live...
Get the LED Out
Back by popular demand. From the bombastic and epic, to the folksy and mystical, Get the Led Out (GTLO) has captured the essence of the recorded music of the renowned Led Zeppelin, bringing it to the concert stage. The band’s accomplished musicians recreate Zeppelin’s songs in all their depth, including the studio overdubs that Zeppelin never performed live. Whether it’s the passion and fury with which GTLO delivers the blues-soaked,...
End of Summer Home Maintenance
School started for many of our local students this week, and with the start of school comes schedules and a change of weather. As homeowners, it’s also time to consider end-of-summer tasks to prepare your home for fall. While the shift from fall to summer in Durango is not as extreme as the shift to winter, there are still several items that should be done to stay on top of home maintenance. Outdoor furniture and appliances: Now is a...
San Juan Brewfest – Saturday 8/24
This Saturday, August 24, is the quintessential event for beer lovers—The San Juan Brewfest. There will be over 50 breweries, more than 100 beers, and live music. The event benefits United Way of Southwest Colorado. The fun takes place at Buckley Park, in the heart of downtown Durango, and will go from 1-5 (unless you have VIP tickets). There will be food available for purchase, with some great options: Mariana’s Authentic Cuisine,...
‘We Should Be Retreating Already From the Coastline,’ Scientist Suggests After Finding Warm Waters Below Greenland
Andrew Yang’s assertion that people move away from the coast at the last Democratic debate is the completely rational and correct choice for NASA scientists in Greenland. “There is enough ice in Greenland to raise the sea levels by 7.5 meters, that’s about 25 feet, an enormous volume of ice, and that would be devastating to coastlines all around the planet,” said Josh Willis, a NASA oceanographer, to CNN....
Mountain Marmot Trail Run
Date: September 21, 2019 Time: 9:00am – 12:30pm Purgatory Resort – #1 Skier Place For all you trail runners out there, the Mercy Foot & Ankle Center Mountain Marmot Trail Run presented by Durango Running Company is the race for you. Have you ever stood at the bottom of a mountain, staring up at the top, thinking to yourself: “I wonder if I could run all the way up there?” Well, now you’re going to find out! Register...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Distorting Facts
“Get the facts first, then you can distort them as you please.” – Bailey Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office. Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
