The acclaimed Ailey II dance company returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Feb. 1

Pager item text :Ailey Dance CompanyImage:The acclaimed Ailey II dance company returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Feb. 1   Ailey II, the highly-acclaimed dance company that continues to invigorate the American dance scene, returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Tuesday, Feb. 1, 7 p.m. Ailey II merges the spirit and energy of the country’s best young talent with the passion and...

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DURANGO MOUNTAIN RESORT REAPS REWARDS OF EPIC STORM

Pager item text :Durango Mountain ResortImage:  DURANGO MOUNTAIN RESORT REAPS REWARDS OF EPIC STORM41″ already and up to 36″ addition in forecast Durango, Colorado – December 21, 2010 (3pm MST). The storm of epic proportions, forecast to hit the San Juan Mountains, has delivered 41″ of new snow and continues to pound Durango Mountain Resort with snow falling at the rate of 1-2″ an hour. “I have...

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Celebrate the New Year at First Night Durango

Pager item text :New Year’s EveImage:Celebrate the New Year at First Night Durango First-ever downtown New Year’s Eve celebration set for December 31st Durango, Color. – Eco Logic Events in partnership with the City of Durango, Downtown Business Improvement District, Durango Chamber of Commerce and Durango Area Tourism Office is excited to introduce the first annual First Night Durango, a New Year’s Eve...

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Snow Falling on The San Juans… Adventure Is On

The San Juan Mountains are ideal for winter escapades: snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, and snowmobiling. Hundreds of miles of great trails weave in and out of the San Juan Mountains making any trip out on a wintery day in Durango exhilierating. Make memories this year. Treat yourself and your family to a scenic train ride to Cascade Creek on the infamous Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. The fun doesn’t...

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John Brown’s Body plays Abbey Theatre Friday, Jan. 11
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John Brown’s Body plays Abbey Theatre Friday, Jan. 11

Pager item text :John Brown’s BodyImage:John Brown’s Body plays Abbey Theatre Friday, Jan. 11   Doors @ 9PMReggae / Jam / FunkAll Ages20$/25$Tickets Available @ www.abbeytheatre.comDRINK SPECIAL – ONE DOLLAR PBR UNTIL BAND STARTS!! John Brown’s Body’s “Future Roots” uses reggae as a foundation, but incorporates dub, drum and bass, and electro to create a sound both timeless and forward....

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Head for the Hills plays Abbey Theatre Friday, Dec. 10

Pager item text : Head for the Hills Image: Head for the Hills plays Abbey Theatre Friday, Dec. 10   Tickets are available online at www.abbeytheatre.com DRINK SPECIAL – 1$ PBR UNTIL THE BAND STARTS!! Rooted in the tradition of bluegrass, the music of Head for the Hills is a vibrant mixture of homegrown compositions, traditional harmonies, and an innovative approach to improvisation. The group’s lyrical nature and...

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FINANCIAL REPORTING AWARDED TO LA PLATA COUNTY

Image:CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT FOR EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL REPORTING AWARDED TO LA PLATA COUNTY   The certificate of achievement for excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to La Plata County by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada for the County’s 2009 comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in...

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COUNTY OFFERS INFORMATION ON SNOW REMOVAL AND DRIVING SAFETY

Image:COUNTY OFFERS INFORMATION ON SNOW REMOVAL AND DRIVING SAFETY   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...

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CDOT to install signal back-up system US 160 & SH 3 intersection

Image:CDOT to install signal back-up system US 160 & SH 3 intersection Power out at intersection for several hours Sunday morning   The Colorado Department of Transportation will be installing a battery back-up system in the control cabinet of the traffic signal at the intersection of US 160/550 and SH 3 this Sunday morning. This system will allow the signal to run for approximately two hours without utility power, and...

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Public Meetings About the Animas River Trail North Extension

Image:Public Meetings About the Animas River Trail North Extension Because of continued community interest in the extension of the Animas River Trail north from 32nd Street to the northern City limits, the City is sponsoring a series of public meetings.  Updated information will be posted on the City website at www.durangogov.org and can be accessed by clicking on Animas River Trail North Extension under “Items of...

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