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New stimulus check requirements? How the eligibility qualifications could change
As the negotiators of the next stimulus package work on the new bill, could more members of your household be eligible for the second $1,200 stimulus payment? Here’s the status of who would qualify under the relief bill. As talks on the next coronavirus stimulus bill grind into their second weekend, negotiations between the White House and Democrats are teetering on the edge. “We want to reach an agreement,” House...
Virtual 360 Tour! Terrific Townhome!
Sophisticated charm fills this like new mountain contemporary 2 bedroom 2 bath townhouse in the popular Three Springs subdivision. Walking distance to the park, the hospital, restaurants and shopping. The open concept design is perfect for entertaining. This townhouse has central air conditioning.Everything is on one level except for a large loft which would make a great office, exercise room, gameroom, media room or bedroom. The open...
HP & Me – It’s Not Over Until It’s Over
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! In the world of business, global politics, or baseball, the final fiat accompli is NOT necessarily the final fiat accompli –when there’s comeback with extra life. Remember life is part of a living continuum which can provide understanding of our lives connected with the ongoing breath of evolution that does not stop with Mother Earth. Life is a calling to the inner river of higher...
Bailey’s Bits
Bailey’s Bits “The biggest lie I tell myself is ‘I don’t need to write that down, I’ll remember it.'” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Meet Bailey at https://homesindurango.com/meet-bailey
New Video: Look Through Our Most Transparent Electricity-Generating SolarWindow™, Ever
VESTAL, N.Y., July 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SolarWindow Technologies, Inc. (Symbol: WNDW) today released first-person video footage demonstrating its new, highly transparent electricity-generating glass to its stakeholders, building owners, developers, and architects. Click here to see first-hand, your own clear view through our most transparent electricity-generating SolarWindow™. SolarWindow™ transparent...
What regions pose biggest COVID-19 threat to Southwest Colorado?
New technology allows health officials to identify where visitors are coming from Through new technology, local health experts are able to better pinpoint what outside regions pose the biggest risk to Southwest Colorado for COVID-19, and the results boil down to two of Durango’s biggest tourist pipelines. Brian Devine with San Juan Basin Public Health said several new software applications have been developed by the state of Colorado...
Take a walk in the park by the river… Durango’s parks are OPEN!!
Take a walk in the park by the river… in one of Durango Colorado’s many parks! Or if you prefer take your bike or your boat and enjoy the float!! Durango’s 800 acres of beautiful clean safe parks by the Animas River are open. Time for a walk or take your bike, kayak, tube or raft… the river is calling. The river trail goes through the parks and allows you to hike and bike and enjoy the gorgeous scenery and...
HP & Me – You Have to be Hungry to Win
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! In a world of hard knocks and disappointments we need to come back up from the floor of bad investments in time and energy. The fine tuning of our soul can be a shining mirror of how our soul can be reawakened and strengthened from the higher values of art, music and new science. Here the creating of a personal “sound space for soul growth”, or a little room for positive thinking,...
Bailey’s Bits
Bailey’s Bits “It would be nice to spend billions on schools and roads, but right now that money is desperately needed for political ads.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Meet Bailey at https://homesindurango.com/meet-bailey
U.S. government engages Pfizer to produce millions of doses of COVID-19 vaccine
July 22 (Reuters) – The United States government said on Wednesday it will pay $1.95 billion for Pfizer Inc to produce and deliver 100 million doses of its COVID-19 vaccine candidate in the United States. The agreement allows the U.S. government to acquire an additional 500 million doses, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Defense said. (Reporting by Ankur Banerjee in Bengaluru; Editing by Shounak...
Did you miss our herding trial last weekend?
Did you miss our herding trial? Kudos to our hard working, dedicated lovers of Herding events! Two highly successful days of herding fun and competition this past weekend! Special recognition goes to: Incredible Trial Chairpersons- Mia Stovall and Kay Rizzardi Amazing Trial Secretary- Kris Read Superb Course Director- Jim Lewis Purveyor of Gourmet Luncheons- Karen Lewis, assisted by Gail Gardner Photographer...
Featured Broker Team: Mary and Charles Rigby with Bailey
Mary and Charles Rigby with Bailey are one of the most respected and beloved teams for local Durango Area Real Estate– As one of the area’s leading real estate teams, Charles combines his more than 25 years in the title insurance industry with Mary’s more than two decades of experience as a Realtor. Together they provide each and every one of their clients with a simply unparalleled level of service they can depend on....
Promising Coronavirus Research Looks at Elderberry
Over the past few months our ability to successfully combat COVID-19 with medications has been disappointing. There was some early hope with hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin. More recent studies strongly suggest no benefit and maybe even increased mortality. Remdesivir, an anti-viral medication, is showing some benefit in early animal studies. Human studies are underway. The drawback to medications is that they are utilized once an...
Fertility rate: ‘Jaw-dropping’ global crash in children being born
The world is ill-prepared for the global crash in children being born which is set to have a “jaw-dropping” impact on societies, say researchers. Falling fertility rates mean nearly every country could have shrinking populations by the end of the century. And 23 nations – including Spain and Japan – are expected to see their populations halve by 2100. Countries will also age dramatically, with as many people...
HP & Me – Bad Luck Can Break You or Make You
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! As we mature we realize that misfortunes and so-called “Bad Luck” can break one’s spirit, or serve as a spring-board for new understanding of Life. Remember, there are no problems, only solutions for those who can grasp the greater light. This is the time that what the ancient prophets and mystics called Hesed, or heartfulness, can give us permission to explore new directions of...
Monsoon Season is kicking in… expect some rain this weekend!!
We got a little rain on Monday- .11 inches, but expect more as Monsoon Season is kicking in… expect some rain this weekend!! Our Durango area Monsoon Season lasts from July 1 to September 30. Some weather professionals are suggesting that we will get less rain than normal this year. Let’s prove them wrong and ask the rain season to settle in an bring moisture to our parched region. Rain Rain come today and come...
REC Center Reopens!
Recreation Center Reopening – Welcome Back! Durango Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce that the Durango Community Recreation Center has reopen! The health and safety of the community is our top priority, and the City appreciates your patience and flexibility in the navigation of this first phase of reopening. Recreation Center guests are asked to abide by the guidelines below to keep the staff and the community safe...
Bailey’s Bits
Bailey’s Bits “Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Meet Bailey at https://homesindurango.com/meet-bailey
Local Fourteeners
As we all find creative ways to explore and practice social distancing, we are continually grateful to live in a place that offers space and distance for adventures. One of Colorado’s unique features is our Fourteeners—Peaks above 14,000 feet. Colorado has roughly 58 of these beautiful peaks, and we live close to a few. One of the local favorites is Handes Peak. It’s only a couple hours’ drive from Durango, and it’s easy and...
Community Concerts Reimagined
One of the unique aspects of the pandemic we have all seen is the creative thinking and ideas of so many people. We have all had to make new traditions, think “outside of the box” for special occasions, and find new ways to entertain ourselves. On a local level, we have seen this with a rise of virtual and at-home experiences. One of the unique ideas comes from The Community Foundation serving Southwest Colorado. They are offering...
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