Biting Bugs Tax Mosquito District Staff
The growth in the human population in the Animas Mosquito Control District is making it difficult for the small staff to control mosquito infestations. That’s why the district seeks a tax raise.
Keeping an (Electronic) Eye on 9-R Kids
In a world of almost daily mass shootings, Durango School District 9-R is spending $1.1 million on security measures, including a new, video-surveillance system that can be accessed on the Internet.
Jazz on the Hill presents Joyce Lyons with the Phil Aaron Trio
Serzen Endowment Fundraiser Dinner and Concert – $125 – Includes: 5:30 p.m. Hors de’ouvres and Libations and an elegant dinner on the Concert Hall Stage 7:00 p.m. Jazz by Joyce Lyons and the Phil Aaron Trio Seating is limited. Jazz on the Hill features an evening of fine food and music in support of the Community Concert Hall. Guests dine on the Concert Hall stage, and are treated to a performance from Joyce Lyons. Lyons’...
WholeExpo 2019
This weekend the WholeExpo comes to the La Plata County Fairgrounds. “WholeExpo brings together like-minded individuals and businesses and services that promote healthy, holistic, living and ecological awareness.” The event will be held Saturday and Sunday (September 7 and 8) at the Main Exhibit Hall. One of the key facets to the expo is focusing on our consumption and how we treat the world around us. Exhibitors include: essential...
The Short Shoulder Season
Last week we mentioned that many of our local schools are back in session, and you may have noticed downtown Durango is a bit quieter now. This is typical for our area—the end of summer and beginning of fall is often considered a “shoulder” season for La Plata County real estate. For the next few weeks (generally until about mid-September), we may see the market slow a bit. Many people are adjusting to school back in session and...
Happy Fall, Y’all! News from the Durango Arts Center
Happy Fall, Y’all! So much to see and do at at YOUR local Art Center! Scroll down to learn more! Durango Arts Center Buy your fundraiser tickets here!! The Durango Autumn Arts Festival Sept. 21 & 22, 10 am-5 pm along E. 2nd Ave. Over 90 juried artists from all over the country! FREE live music in the DAC theater from 11 am-5 pm, cash bar, includes a lineup of local favorites from Robby Overfield to Pete Giuliani and more!...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Preparing for Tomorrow
“The best preparation for tomorrow is to do your best today.” – 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
Social Marijuana Use Areas Are Cropping Up in Colorado
Marijuana Bars, Cafes & Lounges Approved by CO Governor On May 29th, 2019, Governor Polis signed the act allowing “Marijuana Hospitality Establishments” in Colorado. The effective date for this act was in early August 2019! Which means marijuana cafes, lounges, dispensary tasting rooms and other social-use businesses are now legal to open in Colorado. The businesses must apply for a license from local and state...
Botanic Garden Tours
Join a DBS Docent every Saturday morning at the Durango Botanic Gardens that surround the library. The free tours begin in May and run through September from 8:30 am to 10:00 am. You can tour the Demonstration Garden, the Crevice Garden Along the Trail, the Gabbro Miniature Tree Garden and the new Arboreta. The Docents can also answer any of your gardening questions. You may also come and enjoy the comradery of others who love gardens...
An Evening with Karla Bonoff
Karla Bonoff has been described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation. That description is not hyperbole. With a career spanning four decades, Bonoff has enjoyed critical acclaim, commercial success, enduring popularity and the unwavering respect of her peers. In addition toncharting with her own recordings, Karla has seen her songs become hits for Bonnie Raitt, Wynonna Judd and Linda Ronstadt. Many of Bonoff’s...
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