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Bailey’s Bits
Bailey’s Bits “The love of a family is life’s greatest blessing.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Meet Mary, Bailey and Charles at https://homesindurango.com/about-charles-mary
Trump hints at ‘generous’ second coronavirus stimulus check. Here’s how much you could get
President Trump signaled Monday that he’s open to a second stimulus check for Americans still reeling financially from the coronavirus pandemic and the related economic lockdown. Asked during an interview by Scripps reporter Joe St. George whether he plans to give another cash payment to some Americans, Trump said: “Yeah we are. We are.” “We will be doing another stimulus package,” he added....
US Stock Market Enters Parabolic Price Move – Be Prepared, Part I
After the recent COVID-19 virus event and the global market concerns that will warrant caution for skilled traders and investors, the US stock markets have entered an upside parabolic trend that will likely end with a massive price collapse – extremely volatile and aggressive in nature. Our research team continues to warn of the unpredictable nature of the current price rally and the fact that the upside parabolic price trend appears...
Our Lovely Local Animas River
One of our favorite features about Durango is the Animas River, as it runs through the middle of town. For years, this river has provided a variety of outdoor adventures. According to this article on the Duranglers website, “The Animas River is the major stream draining the high alpine terrain of the Needle Mountains. It heads in small meadows on the flanks of Cinnamon Mountain north of Silverton, then plunges through wild canyons as...
Virtual 360 Tour! Executive Masterpiece!
Spectacular executive home on 5 acres with mountain, pond and some Lake Nighthorse views. Horses are allowed and the land is all usable. Dramatic great room with tongue and groove vaulted ceiling and a magificent stone fireplace. The open concept kitchen features granite countertops, custom designed cabinets, built in refrigerator, wine fridge, a very large breakfast bar and lots of windows for plenty of natural light. Check out the...
Hottest day ever recorded north of the Arctic Circle; reached 100.4 F; 80 years faster than expected
Even if a small fraction of the Arctic seafloor carbon is released to the atmosphere, we’re fucked. Climatologist Dr. Jason Box, Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland We all have our hands full at the moment, with multiple catastrophes occurring at once. Before scrolling past the headline of this diary, I implore you to explore this diary, as the vigil we keep over the climate crisis has accelerated beyond our wildest...
In pictures: Rare solar eclipse darkens Asia on the summer solstice
Skywatchers in parts of West Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, South Asia, southern China and Taiwan have been treated to a dramatic solar eclipse. Photographers have taken photos of the annular eclipse – also known as a ring of fire – where the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, leaving just a thin ring of light visible. This eclipse coincided with the summer solstice – the northern hemisphere’s longest...
CAR Numbers May 2020
This week, we have the latest real estate numbers for La Plata County for the month of May. The below 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, Vallecito, and Durango Mountain Area. These charts indicate the statistics and key metrics for single family homes and...
Lake Powell
Each week we feature a lifestyle blog on activities in and around Durango. This week, our feature is not on a Durango activity, but It’s a local favorite place to visit: Lake Powell. Many of us venture to Lake Powell throughout the year—whether for fishing, hiking, or boating and water activities, there is a plethora of adventure. Best of all, the lake is open now! Lake Powell is over 2,000 miles of shoreline and is about 186 miles...
A Reminder that Durango’s Face-Covering Order has been Extended Indefinitely
The city of Durango extended its mandatory face-covering order indefinitely in response to the coronavirus pandemic. On Tuesday, June 16th, Durango City Council voted unanimously to extend the order, which had been scheduled to end Friday. Face coverings have been hotly debated locally and nationally. Councilors made the decision after considering public input, business needs, tourism concerns and the most recent research available...
HP & Me – A Gift From God
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! Life can really be a roller coaster until we find the ‘ocean of peace’ in this moment. That is when we give our self to the inner retreat, our place of being where we nourish ourselves by the ‘Peace’ that God brings. We overcome depression and limitation by learning how to expand our consciousness through new heights, breaths, depths, and lengths that come with the visualization of...
Bailey’s Bits
Bailey’s Bits “In my defense, I was left unsupervised.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Meet Bailey at https://homesindurango.com/meet-bailey
Virtual 360 Tour! Mountain Dream Catcher!
This is a dream home come true! This beautifully maintained home is nestled on a 1 acre lot in the tall pines. Walls of windows bring the outdoors in and provide an abundance of natural light. This open concept design boasts a spacious family room with a soaring vaulted/cathedral ceiling, a gas fireplace and gorgeous laminate wood floors. The light and bright kitchen is open to the family room and has a large breakfast bar which is...
Durango Planning E-Bike Trial At Twin Buttes
At the end of June, the city of Durango will allow pedal-assist electric bikes on 10 miles of trails at Twin Buttes Open Space. Although this one-year trial is the second of its kind in Durango, it’s the first time e-bikes will have been allowed on natural trails. Durango City Council gave Parks and Recreation the go-ahead for the project at a recent City Council meeting. Important preparations The trial will only permit Class One...
Purgatory Opens for Summer Activities!
June 20 marks an exciting day for Durango—Purgatory opens for the summer season! Each year, Purgatory hosts several fun activities for locals and tourists alike, and we are excited to see 2020 is no exception. Of course, most people know it as our local ski resort, but summertime is also a fun time to enjoy the outdoors at Purgatory. There is a morning session and an afternoon session available to help minimize crowds. The Alpine...
Mydecine Innovations Group Inc. Signs Partnership Agreement With Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation
VANCOUVER, British Columbia , June 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Mydecine Innovations Group Inc. (MYCO.CN) (NLBIF) (0NF.F) (“Mydecine” or the “Company”), is pleased to announce the establishment of a research division agreement with Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation (“API”), a translational commercial drug development institute hosted in the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Pharmacy and...
Therapy Dogs to the Rescue for Airport Stress
You may have seen guide dogs for visually impaired people at the airport, and if you’ve spent much time there, you’ve no doubt noticed security dogs that are able to sniff out a wide range of smuggled objects and substances, going far beyond illegal drugs and explosives. Some dogs have been so highly trained they can detect live, illegally transported animals sold via the black market, poached rhino horns and harmful plant species. A...
SOCIAL DISTANCING/SHELTER-IN-PLACE HUMOR
Laughter is The Best Medicine! Please Enjoy! Love is the most powerful force in the Universe. It’s a great day to be creating miracles.
HP & Me – It’s the Little Things That Count
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! Do not be fooled by the illusion of “big things” or false posture. The little things in life add up and train us to nourish ourselves deeply and unfold our true self into the world, molecule by molecule. We go onward and forward in life no matter what by being the avant-garde for the little sparks of life we can cultivate each day. It’s the Little Things That Count – S1:E11...
Durango Concert Series Online
Charles Leslie, director of the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, says the popular Music in the Park summer concert series will head online with artists performing from the concert-hall stage and from their home studios.
