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Flight from big cities INCREASES despite end of pandemic with record numbers
Flight from big cities INCREASES despite end of pandemic with record numbers of homebuyers relocating from coastal cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York and Seattle to more affordable areas to beat inflation and work from home A report shows 32.3 percent of Redfin users were looking to move to a different metropolitan area in the first quarter of 2022 Those numbers are up from 31.5 percent a year ago and 26 percent in 2019 ...
LPEA awards $102,000 in scholarships to nine local high school seniors
DURANGO, Colo. – La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) awarded $102,000 in scholarships to nine local high-school seniors to support their continued education. The cooperative received 56 applications for this year’s scholarship programs. Recipients were selected based on merit by a local committee comprised of 13 individuals from across LPEA’s four districts. “It’s so important to the future of our communities that employers support a...
Over 11 acres in Trappers Crossing
Description As soon as you pull into the driveway, you can see that this one-level, 3,933 square foot home was thoughtfully planned to be a work of art. Located on over 11 acres in the illustrious Trapper’s Crossing neighborhood. The home was custom designed for entertaining, and ease of living all on one level. As you enter the home you will see the custom details throughout: custom wood doors (handmade in Silverton), hickory...
Impressions of Durango and Beyond
Purgatory to Expand, BMX News, Housing Updates
Durango, Colorado– beautiful 365 days a year!! Spring rain is here!!
Durango, Colorado– is beautiful 365 days a year!! Spring rain is here!! We love our Spring moisture. Locals and tourists alike love the variety of the Four Seasons, and the ever changing light show on the 14,000 foot mountains that surround the town. Today we welcome the rain and snow as it nourishes the trees and plants and brings much needed moisture to our region. For a local weather report visit us...
Wendy’s Journey with PHD Weight Loss – Episode 3
Fun with a Purpose = Great Futures
Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary breaks down his crypto portfolio
Venture capitalist and “Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary — also known as Mr. Wonderful — casts a wide net for his cryptocurrency and Web3 investments, with each bet based on his decades of experience as a financial services pro and index investor. As there are currently 11 sectors of the S&P 500, most experts typically advise putting no more than 20% in any one sector, and no more than 5% in any one stock....
Superfoods That Boost Energy
If you’ve ever eaten a giant bowl of cacio e pepe for lunch only to find yourself struggling to stay awake three hours later, you are not alone. “Refined carbs, like pasta and bread, cause an immediate spike in blood sugar, which leads to a rapid rise in insulin, and then a swift plunge in blood sugar. This blood sugar roller coaster causes fatigue and drowsiness,” says Jeffrey Morrison, M.D., a New York City-based physician and...
What Fauci sees coming with the BA.2 coronavirus subvariant in the U.S.
The U.S. could follow the trend of the United Kingdom and see a surge in COVID-19 cases driven by the BA.2 subvariant of the coronavirus, according to Dr. Anthony Fauci. The chief medical adviser to President Biden said that though cases are still trending down across the U.S., some states are seeing a rise. “I think without a doubt that we are going to see a turnaround as people get out more and into the inside venues without...
Meet Rebecca Balboni from Durango Horse Properties
Rebecca knew from the moment she first arrived in Durango in 2002 that this was the community for her. She is a certified Real Estate Negotiation Expert and designated Seller’s Representative Specialist. Her commitment to ongoing training, professionalism, integrity, enthusiasm for the Durango area, creativity, and keen problem-solving skills fuel results!
MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS
For over 30 years, Music in the Mountains has produced an exceptional summer music festival with musicians of the highest caliber. We have entertained, educated and delighted audiences with the richness of classical music, and complemented concerts with year-round educational programs for youth. Join us in 2022 for Music in the Mountains from July 7- July 31. Performances will take place at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis...
How Eggs Promote Elderly Health
Eggs have long been thought to have a high level of cholesterol commonly associated with heart problems, though this notion is not entirely true. Despite the cholesterol content, eggs actually have numerous health benefits, especially for the elderly. Anchorage part-time care experts want to share some of the ways eggs can help keep your senior loved one healthy. Protein is one of the most important dietary elements required by the...
Family-Friendly Cafe, Middle of Downtown
Local Artists and High Teas
Durango Colorado Real Estate
Durango Colorado Real Estate durangocoloradorealestate.com and the SW Colorado Real Estate Region Meet Kris Daly Impeccably maintained, move-in-ready four-bedroom home with 3 car garage Great property for immediate and productive Ag use and future potential homesite(s) A great investment property located in Durango FUN things to do in Durango and SW Colorado Restaurants Whatever you're craving, Durango...
9 Good Reasons to Eat Salt
By: Cat Ebeling, RN, MSN-PHN, co-author of the best-sellers: The Fat Burning Kitchen, The Top 101 Foods that Fight Aging & The Diabetes Fix Salt. The salt of the earth. A vital electrolyte for our bodies to function—without salt, we can die. However, salt is almost always at the top of the “foods to avoid” list. It seems the entire medical profession and along with most dietitians and nutritionists hate salt. Why is salt...
House passes landmark marijuana legalization bill
April 1, 2022, 6:50 AM MDT By Rebecca Shabad WASHINGTON — The House passed legislation Friday that would legalize marijuana nationwide, eliminating criminal penalties for anyone who manufactures, distributes or possesses the substance. Lawmakers approved the measure 220-204 in a largely party-line vote. Republicans Tom McClintock of California and Matt Gaetz and Brian Mast of Florida voted in favor of the legislation, while...
