It’s Your Money: Get Ready for Tax Day ‘20
We hate to say it, but Tax Day 2020 is only five and a half months away. It may seem like an eternity right now, but you may wish to start planning now for deferring income to offset your tax liabilities.
Veteran Gets Forever Home in Bayfield
Retired U.S.A.F. TSgt. Matthew Slaydon lost his sight and his right arm while on a mission in Baghdad. He and his wife have received a mortgage- free home in Bayfield from the Sinise Foundation.
Business Matters: ‘My Dog Made Me Do It’
No, Durango resident Lou Galinson’s dogs did NOT make him put the cute kitties in a cage. But his dogs did inspire him to open the Pet Haus 10 years ago. Since then, he’s adopted out more than 750 Humane Society kittens from his store.
Airport Invests $1.7 Million in Infrastructure
The $1.7 million investment may not seem like much from a passenger’s view, but the behind- the-scenes improvements will make room for a third carrier and more efficient baggage handling.
Thanksgiving Dinner – Purgatory Resort
Enjoy a fantastic Thanksgiving dinner at Purgy’s with options for the whole family. We have a great menu planned for this buffet-style Thanksgiving feast. Reservations required. Thanksgiving Dinner Purgy’s serves Thanksgiving dinner with seatings at 12 noon, 2:30pm, and 5pm. Buffet Prices: Adults $65 (plus tax) | Children (ages 4-12) $22 | Children Under 3 FREE Reserve Now This traditional dinner includes two types of...
Tips to Winterize a Vacation Home
Last week we mentioned ways to winterize homes for our clients who live in winter weather all year. However, many of our friends and clients utilize their homes in La Plata County as vacation homes, and they leave for the winter. If this is the case, there are additional preparations that should be made to ensure a home’s safety through the cold season. Below are some tips we recommend. Turn Water Off: Be sure to turn water off if you...
56th Annual Ski Swap / Saturday November 2nd
Saturday, November 2nd 8am to 4pm La Plata County Fairgrounds More Than 10,000 Items to Choose From Almost 20 vendors from Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah will have new and used Ski/ Snowboard equipment for sale at prices that cannot be beat. In addition to the vendors, public individuals will have their equipment for sale as well. Buyers will experience further bonus as they discover hiking gear, packs, car racks, and many other...
Top Dining Trends to Try Out in Durango
As 2019 comes to a close, those in the culinary industry are already excited to share the news of trends to watch out for in 2020. Whole Foods, for instance, published its list of top upcoming food trends just this week, announcing the prominence of trends like West African cuisine and regenerative agriculture. Durango itself has a thriving culinary industry, with various restaurants and bars that are definitely on the ball when it...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Problems
“An intellectual solves a problem. A genius avoids it.” – Bailey Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office. Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
Bruce Cockburn
One of Canada’s finest artists, Bruce Cockburn has enjoyed an illustrious career shaped by politics, spirituality, and musical diversity. His remarkable journey has seen him embrace folk, jazz, rock, and worldbeat styles while travelling to such far-flung places as Guatemala, Mali, Mozambique, and Nepal, and writing memorable songs about his ever-expanding world of wonders. “My job,” he explains, “is to try and trap the spirit of...
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