La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase
Image:La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase Following comment period, rate increase to begin Jan. 1, 2013 Durango, CO – The La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Board of Directors today, Monday, Nov. 19, 2012, gave preliminary approval for an average electric rate increase of approximately 11 percent. Specific increases will depend on the rate classification of each residential, commercial and industrial...
Durango Dollars Makeover
Pager item text :Durango Dollar Program Image:Durango Dollars Makeover Changes in Durango Dollar Program Announced Durango, CO – Durango Dollars just got a whole lot easier to use, both in purchasing and spending. Beginning November 15, 2012 Durango Dollars will now be issued in a new “gift card” format. So, the good news is now you can purchase Durango Dollars in any increment with a $25 minimum, and you will...
Plan your Colorado mountain vacation
Image:Plan your Colorado mountain vacation Durango, CO – Welcome to Durango’s magical winter season filled with adventure, history and beauty in Southwestern Colorado. Fresh powder blankets our Colorado mountains for winter delights from skiing to sleigh rides, and our vibrant and historic downtown is bursting with charm. Step outside and enjoy a snow vacation. Plan your visit at www.durango.org. Holidazzle:Noel Night, The...
Steamworks’ Happy Hour fundraiser raises $730 for Annie’s Orphans
Image:Steamworks’ Happy Hour fundraiser raises $730 for Annie’s Orphans Portion of beer sales plus additional donations to help pups this winter Durango, CO – Steamworks Brewing Co. has presented a $500 check to Annie’s Orphans, the non-profit sanctuary for abandoned, neglected and abused dogs, proceeds from the “Happy Hour” fundraiser held on Nov. 7, 2012, during Firkin Friday. Annie’s...
The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College to stage John Denver: “The Tribute” on Dec. 1
Pager item text :John Denver: “The Tribute”Image:The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College to stage John Denver: “The Tribute” on Dec. 1 Durango, CO – John Denver: “The Tribute” featuring the John Adams Band comes to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012, for a 7 p.m. show. “The Tribute” offers a nostalgia experience with not only the music, but the...
Selecting Key Health Concerns in our Community
Image:Selecting Key Health Concerns in our Community Durango – San Juan Basin Health invites community members to the next step in creating a Public Health Improvement Plan for Archuleta and La Plata Counties by participating in a summit on Thursday, December 6th. There will a presentation of results from the recently completed Community Health Priorities survey. Individuals will then have the opportunity to help select one to...
Durango Area Tourism Office Welcomes New Group Sales Manager
Pager item text :Durango Area Tourism Office Image:DATO Welcomes New Group Sales Manager Patti O’Brien joins local tourism team Durango, CO – The Durango Area Tourism Office (DATO) welcomes Patti O’Brien as the Group Sales Manager. Ms. O’Brien brings more than 20 years of experience in sales, marketing and management. Raised in Durango in the tourism and hospitality industry, Patti studied economics at CSU then...
The 2013 Be Local Coupon Book: Available on November 18th, 2012
Pager item text :Buy Local FirstImage:2013 Be Local Coupon Book will be availalbe on November 18th, 2012 Durango, CO – The 2013 Be Local Coupon Book will be arriving in stores November 18th, 2012. Our 5th annual book is bigger and even better than before. It features 279 special offers from 207 local businesses. Look for it in many of your favorite locally owned independent businesses the week of Thanksgiving About Local...
Registration is open for the Iron Horse Training Program
Image:Registration is open for the Iron Horse Training Program Durango, CO – Registration is now open for Iron Horse Bicycle Classic training. The comprehensive 6 month training program is offered at Fort Lewis College and the Durango Rec Center. This is the 9th year for the program. Iron Horse Training offers a six month training program starting on December 3th and continuing through May. The Iron Horse Training...
County Offers Information On Snow Removal And Driving Safety
Image:County Offers Information On Snow Removal And Driving Safety Durango, CO – During the winter months, snow removal is the primary responsibility of the La Plata County Road and Bridge Department. To keep over 600 miles of county roads clear, County Road and Bridge crews drive in excess of 1,500 miles for every winter snow storm. (This does not include state highways, such as 160, 550, 140 and 172, any roads within...
