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HEALTHY LIVING: Allergies Driving You Crazy?
Dr. Sugar Singleton with San Juan Regional Medical Center’s Urgent Care Center offers some tips for dealing with the sniffles, sneezes and other symptoms that arise during allergy season.
Loverboy – Saturday May 18
Saturday, May 18 Sky Ute Casino Resort Events Center Doors open at 7PM • Show starts at 8PM VIP $49 Reserved $39 • GA $29
Artists Celebrate Town Plaza Mural Completion
Meet the artists who created this colorful mural on the Kroeger Building in Town Plaza. The project is part of Local First’s efforts to connect artists and business owners,
The 2019 Durango Wine Experience
The Durango Wine Experience, Inc. is a non-profit organization based in Durango, Colorado. We provide a forum for winemakers to showcase new and existing products. For over 10 years we have donated all our proceeds to various chosen local Durango charities and non-profit organizations. The 2019 Durango Wine Experience Thursday May 2nd – Sunday May 4th Join our annual 3-day event in downtown Durango which includes educational seminars,...
Bird Enthusiasts Head to Cortez for Avian Festival
Hundreds of birding fans are expected in Montezuma County to explore the region’s diverse bird populationsas part of the 15th annual Ute Mountain Mesa Verde Birding Festival.
Easter Events in Durango
Spring has sprung, and we are looking forward to Easter this next weekend! Durango offers a variety of activities over the holiday weekend for the whole family to enjoy. The Easter Egg Scramble, a free community event, will be held on Saturday, April 20 at Smith Sports Complex, starting at 9:45 a.m. This is one of Durango’s annual traditions, and toddlers to 8 year olds are divided by age group for the hunt. Bring a basket to carry...
March La Plata County CAR Numbers
This week, we have the latest real estate numbers for La Plata County for the month of March. The attached charts show a detailed breakdown of several market segments in La Plata County, showing La Plata County as a whole, Durango In-Town, Durango Rural, Bayfield In-Town, Bayfield Rural, Ignacio In-Town, Ignacio Rural, and Durango Mountain Area. These charts indicate the statistics and key metrics for single family homes and...
Durango, a Cultural Hub
Durango, as a cultural hub in the corner of Southwest Colorado is quintessential to small town mountain living. The artisan restaurants, the unlimited access to outdoor activities, and of course, the ease of sitting by the river and enjoying a beer at one of the many microbreweries, all speak to allure that attracts tourists and holds locals here. Magic is around every winding hill in Durango. Admittedly, the urban amenities...
Sorrel Sky / Ben Nighthorse
Durango – 970-247-3555 Rocky Mountain PBS Features “Ben Nighthorse Campbell” High school dropout, artist, Olympic athlete, Senator – meet Ben Nighthorse Campbell Shop Online At: www.SORRELSKY.com Or Check out Sorrel Sky’s Blog for New Ideas + Inspiration
Picking Your Real Estate Location In Ever-Changing Durango
The population in Durango continues to grow at over one percent above the national average, and real estate is feeling the pressure. Infrastructure problems have hit the north east, according to The Journal, and work is continuing apace to develop the region. Those looking to get involved in real estate, either as an investor or home buyer, should conduct close research; between non-profit developments and new green investments,...
Hozhoni Days celebrates young and old through dance
Hundreds of people crowd into FLC’s Whalen Gymnasium for powwow By Bret Hauff Herald Staff Writer Sunday, April 14, 2019 3:52 PM Native Americans of all ages from around the nation drummed, sang and danced Saturday at Fort Lewis College’s Hozhoni Days Powwow, a celebration of multigenerational culture. Hundreds of people from around the region packed into the Whalen Gymnasium this weekend for an annual celebration of Native American...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Bank’s
“A bank is a place that will lend you money if you can prove you don’t need it.” – 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
7 Life Changing Health Benefits of CBD for Seniors
In the last few years, CBD has sparked a massive shift in the health and wellness communities as people everywhere are finding natural relief for their health conditions. Based on the findings from multiple research studies, CBD can provide natural relief for over fifty conditions including arthritis, multiple sclerosis (MS), epilepsy, numerous stress-related disorders, and more. While its properties can certainly benefit individuals...
Rite Aid will start selling CBD products in Washington, Oregon
Rite Aid stores in Oregon and Washington will start selling CBD hemp oil products this month, citing interest from several customers hoping to buy those items. A spokesperson said they would be bringing CBD products to more than 200 of their stores across Oregon and Washington. More people looking for pain relief are turning to these products. Producers are able to extract the CBD oil from cannabis plants, taking out the THC,...
Comedy Showcase April
The Durango comedy scene is finally making a live comedy album! Come be a part of the show, as your favorite comedians put their jokes on wax, in the upcoming comedy compilation that everyone will be talking about. Where: Henry Strater Theatre Date: April 27th @ 8pm Cost: $12.00
WATTS UP: Learn How to Support ‘Green’ Energy
If your home isn’t situated well to install solar energy, you still can support the renewable energy industry through LPEA’s Local Green Power Fund and Direct Offset Fund.
HEALTHY LIVING: Sugar Is a Weight-Loss Enemy
Eating foods high in sugary carbohydrates may satisfy an immediate craving, but it just sets up a vicious cycle of energy booms and busts that contributes to formation of body fat.
Winter Snows Expected to Fill Area Reservoirs
With snow/water content in the mountains measuring at 150 to 200 percent of median this spring, area water managers say spring run-off is expected to fill all area reservoirs, and the drought is over.
Ranky Tanky
The soulful songs of the Gullah culture are brought to life by this band of native South Carolinians who mix the low country traditions with large doses of jazz, gospel, funk, and R&B. The word “Gullah” comes from West Africa and means “a people blessed by God,” and “Ranky Tanky” translates loosely as “Work It,” or “Get Funky!” From playful game songs to ecstatic shouts,...
Lake Nighthorse – READY for Summer
Lake Nighthorse, only 3.5 miles from downtown Durango, was stocked with 150,000 fingerling Kokanee Salmon last week. It is now open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through the month of April. Beginning May 1st, the lake will be open 7 days a week. Lake Nighthorse is a fee area. Season and 5-punch passes are now available for purchase at the Durango Community Recreation Center, located at 2700 Main Avenue. Season, 5-punch and day use...
