Fort Lewis College and San Juan College partnering to produce tomorrow’s scientists

Image:Fort Lewis College and San Juan College partnering to produce tomorrow’s scientists DURANGO, CO – Producing more graduates in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields is becoming increasingly important in a world where advances in these fields are coming faster than ever. This fall, Colorado’s Fort Lewis College was awarded almost $600,000 over the next five years from the National Science...

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San Juan Ski Company Celebrates 15 years with Monthly Specials and Discounted ‘Cats

Image:San Juan Ski Company Celebrates 15 years with Monthly Specials and Discounted ‘Cats Colorado’s Largest Snowcat Operation welcomes early powder in Durango Durango, CO – Colorado’s largest snowcat skiing operation, the San Juan Ski Company, turns 15 this year and is ready to rock and rip this season. To celebrate its anniversary, the independently-owned, Durango Mountain Resort-based catskiing outfit, is...

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La Plata County Releases Proposed Licensing Regulations for Medical Marijuana

Image:La Plata County Releases Proposed Licensing Regulations for Medical Marijuana for Consideration by the Board of County Commissioners on December 13, 2011 Durango, CO -La Plata County has released proposed Licensing Regulations for Medical Marijuana which, if adopted, will apply to optional premises cultivation and medical marijuana infused products manufacturing facilities.  The proposed licensing regulations are...

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“Nutcracker” Returns to Durango Colorado

Pager item text : Nutcracker Returns to Durango Image: State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara’s Traditional “Nutcracker” to be staged Dec. 9-11 at the Community Concert Hall As has become tradition at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, the magical holiday ballet, “Nutcracker,” performed by the highly-acclaimed State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara, will usher in the holidays with two matinee...

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A Workshop for Mothers and Fathers To-Be Everything you need to know to feed your baby with ease

Image:A Workshop for Mothers and Fathers To-Be Everything you need to know to feed your baby with ease by Joy Frazer, ND, RN, LMInternational Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) When: Wednesday, December 7th. 6:00pm – 8:00pmWhere: Kid’s Rock, 1032 Main Avenue, Durango We will discuss:• Why breast is best – the benefits for baby AND mom• Proper latch and positioning• How you know your baby...

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LPEA Director Ken Fox earns electric utility credential

Image:LPEA Director Ken Fox earns electric utility credential Receives Credentialed Cooperative Director Certificate from NRECA DURANGO, Colo. – Pagosa Springs resident Ken Fox, member of the La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) board of directors representing District 1 (Archuleta County), has completed the required courses and earned his Credentialed Cooperative Director Certificate from the National Rural Electric Cooperative...

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Capture Media Attention

Image:Capture Media Attention DATE: November 16TIME: 4:00 – 5:30pmLOCATION: DurangoSpace 1221 Main St.COST: None! Discover how to craft and pitch a message that will get noticed by radio and press. The bonus here is that the same principles apply to engaging customers and prospective customers online. RSVP to [email protected], reply to this message, or call DurangoSpace at 970-828-1340....

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Calling All Youth Artists!

Image:Calling All Youth Artists! Durango, CO: The City of Durango’s Public Art Commission invites all youth artists (9th-12th grader in the school year of 2011-2012, as well as 2011 high school graduates) to submit an application to the City’s Art on Loan program for a special installation in the Botanical Garden at the Durango Public Library. The Art Commission is seeking existing or proposed works of art to be displayed...

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Diapering Durango’s Tiny Heinies!!!!

Image:Diapering Durango’s Tiny Heinies!!!! What: Diapers, Formula, Baby WipesWhere: First National Bank of Durango main lobby; First National Bank- Bodo Location 10AM-3:00PM; First National Bank in Bayfield, Boxes in the entries of City Market North and South, Albertsons beginning the 17th, or call and we will gladly pick them up.When: November 9th – December 9th Recipients: Manna Soup Kitchen Advocacy for La Plata Durango...

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CDOT Continues Traffic Signal Safety Improvements on US 160/US 550 Through Durango

Image:CDOT Continues Traffic Signal Safety Improvements on US 160/US 550 Through Durango Note to motorists: the signals will be properly timed when the project is completed; CDOT thanks you for your patience and cooperation in the meantime. DURANGO – The Colorado Department of Transportation has an ongoing traffic signal improvement project, which is scheduled to end on Friday, November 18, on US 550/US 160 through the city...

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