After performing virtually during last year’s pandemic shut down, the San Juan Symphony returns to live concerts in Durango and Farmington for its 36th season under the direction of Maestro Thomas Heuser. Sponsored by Alpine Bank

On Friday, October 8th, the 16th annual Style and Stones event to benefit the Cancer Coalition of Southwest Colorado will host local artists. Come enjoy local, hand-made jewelry and help support a local non-profit through donations and purchases. Featuring interviews with Carol McGuire, Jama Crawford, and Nancy Frederick Conrad. By Hannah Robertson

On September 14, the second annual Men in Heels event kicked off successfully, with teams of men running in heels to help raise money for the Women’s Resource Center in Durango. Lots of laughter, food, and camaraderie made for an exciting afternoon activity with a good cause. Story sponsored by Alpine Bank

Dan Korman, owner/broker with Alpenglow Properties, provides a quick update about the housing market in August and also discusses the state of Colorado’s efforts to address homelessness and affordable housing. Sponsored by Alpenglow Properties

The annual Parade of Homes returns this September after last year’s pandemic-induced hiatus, and it promises to be as inspiring as ever to those who are planning to build a new home or who want to dive into their own do-it-yourself remodel. Sponsored by Homebuilders Association of Southwest Colorado

Archuleta County resident Marina Zimmerman says she wants to bring sanity back to the Republican Party and to Congress as a candidate for the Third Congressional District seat in the House of Representatives. Sponsored by TruWest Auto and Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings

The Durango Fire Protection District’s new, four-story fire-training tower will provide the region’s firefighters with in-depth, realistic experiences fighting fires and rescuing victims. Sponsored by FASTSIGNS and Serious Texas Barbecue

The pandemic changed the world of work irrevocably, and that’s what the 2021 Economic Summit will address on Sept. 21. Find out who the speakers will be. Sponsored by Durango Party Rental and Tafoya Barrett & Associates

Scientists continue to learn more about what causes Alzheimer’s Disease and are slowly nearing a cure. Your participation in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease on Sept. 9 can help make a difference. Sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware in Durango and Choice Building Supply Ace Hardware in Cortez

In this edition of #LPEAwire, learn more about LPEA’s upcoming member appreciation lunches, annual meeting, and available rebates to get your home winter ready. Sponsored by La Plata Electric Association