Bottoms Up

With the inevitable winter season lurking around the corner, Durango’s longtime no kill dog shelter, Annie’s Orphans, needed a helping hand preparing its dog-town digs for the cold. Providing aid, humor and handy-man skills to get the job done were none other than the fine folks of Rent-a-Man. Building and repairing dog houses, spreading straw and keeping the furry k9 pals in good company, were just a few of the helpful tasks volunteered. Here’s a look:
 
  • Day in the Life
    Forest Bello lays down a warm blanket of straw over the Environmental Center’s demonstration garden at Fort Lewis College.
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    A snowmobile catches some early morning rays at Durango Mountain Resort.
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    Feathery hoar frost grows on a willow branch near Cascade.
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    The sole chairlift at Ski Hesperus awaits...

In this week's issue...

January 25, 2024
Bagging it

State plastic bag ban is in full effect, but enforcement varies

January 26, 2024
Paper chase

The Sneer is back – and no we’re not talking about Billy Idol’s comeback tour.

January 11, 2024
High and dry

New state climate report projects continued warming, declining streamflows