The Pole

On most days, Tracy Harwood spends her time as a court clerk for the City of Durango. But next Thurs., June 4 – International Corgi Day – she hopes to bring something entirely different to town: short legs, wiggly butts and oversized personalities.

It’s a mash-up made in Westernwear heaven. Sort of. Seems Chaco, the purveyor of the iconic strappy dirtbag river rat footwear, has joined forces with Wrangler, as in tight jeans, big belt buckles, bull riding and snap shirt fame.

Wondering what’s up with the old 9-R Admin building at the end of E. 2nd Avenue that was going to be a fire department, then wasn’t going to be a fire department and is now going to be City Hall and the Police Department?The City of Durango will demystify plans for the historic building during a public session Wed., May 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Durango Recreation Center.

Turns out, blondes do have more fun, or at least they get more awards. Last week, Ska Brewing won the gold medal for its True Blonde Ale in the English-Style Pale Ale category at the 2026 World Beer Cup. This is the third win for the Blonde at the World Beer Cup, held in Philadelphia on April 22 and pegged as one of the world’s most prestigious beer competitions.

After hitting the pause button in 2025, Blue Lakes is again open for business  – with a few changes to how you do your, uh, business.

The fastest man on two skis in the United States will be making a quick stop in Durango this Sunday. Of course we’re referring to former resident Ross Anderson, who holds the U.S. speed skiing record of 154.06 mph, which was set in 2006 in Les Arcs, France.

A small local company has made a splash around the world – literally. Aztec’s very own Jack’s Plastic Welding, well-known purveyor of rafts, paco pads, dry bags and other essential river gear, was tapped to supply the recovery rafts following splashdown of the Artemis II mission on Fri., April 10, on the waters off San Diego.

Are you a dominator of the Dutch oven or a champion of the coals? Then why not put your culinary river chops to the test – and maybe win some gear money for your next river trip – at 4 Corners River Sports’ 4th annual Cast Iron Chef Competition? The cook-off takes place next 1-3 p.m. next Sun., April 19, in conjunction with the store’s annual gear swap, which happens all weekend long.