Heather Leavitt, Durango’s “arts community” champion, has begun a new chapter
Image:Summary:In 2004, Heather Leavitt furthered her effort to build Durango’s arts community by founding Arts Perspective magazine. Now “bigger” than Leavitt, the magazine is moving with its founder to a “next phase” at the Durango Arts Center. Heather Leavitt, Durango’s “arts community” champion, has begun a new chapter DURANGO, Colo. – Heather Leavitt is taking up the challenge of programs and...
4CORE now offering “Insulate and Seal” rebates for homeowners
Image:Summary:Non-profit organization receives $25,000 matching grant from Governor’s Energy Office for the program. ” DURANGO, Colo. – In an effort to further Colorado’s New Energy Economy, the Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency (4CORE) is administering distribution of insulation and weatherization rebates to homeowners in La Plata and Archuleta counties. The Colorado state Governor’s Energy Office (GEO)...
Cosmopolitan, now established at the top of the Durango restaurant ladder
Pager item text :CosmopolitanImage:Summary:Early summer 2007, Cosmopolitan restaurant, already well-known in Telluride, opened in Durango, bringing its “old” world, “new” world concept of fine food and service to town. But now there’s more. The restaurant will soon go “Neapolitan.”Cosmopolitan, now established at the top of the Durango restaurant ladder, soon to open for lunch DURANGO, Colo. – As the interiors of what had once...
“Look Local First” campaign seeks to protect La Plata County’s economy
Pager item text : Look Local First Image: DURANGO, Colo. – As gas prices rise and financial markets slip, a diverse coalition is hoping to insulate La Plata County’s economy with a multifaceted campaign to explain the benefits of keeping purchases close to home. More than a year in the making, the “Look Local First” campaign is a joint effort of the Durango Chamber of Commerce, La Plata Economic Development Action Partnership...
The Half Price Tees and Durango Embroidery and Print coming back from the fire, better than ever
Six months ago, Half Price Tees garnered national, even international fame due to the fire that destroyed a portion of the 700 block on Durango’s Main Ave. What has come to light, however, in the wake of this tragedy is that this is no mere “t-shirt shop.” DURANGO, Colo. – When fire devastated the 700 block of Main Ave. in February 2008, Half Price Tees was almost the afterthought in the national and international news. Two popular...
Durango Parks and Recreation accepting team registrations for adult volleyball, basketball and soccer
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – Durango Parks and Recreation is now accepting team registrations for fall adult leagues. Register for volleyball (men’s 4-on-4 and women’s 6-on-6), basketball (co-ed and men’s) or soccer teams (coed team 11-on-11). Young adults, ages 14 through 17, may participate with parental permission. League manuals and rosters are available at the Durango Community Recreation Center, 2700 Main Avenue. ...
Second Annual Tour de Farms Durango Bike Tour Sept. 6
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – The second annual Tour de Farms Durango Bike Tour, celebrating healthy eating, active living and all that is unique and homegrown in Durango, is set for Sept. 6. The 2008 Tour de Farms feature two routes: a leisurely 5-mile in-town short route and a 35-mile loop out to Hesperus. Cyclists will travel along the Durango bike path system and county “safe-routes.” Participants will tour the Durango Farmers’...
Heart Safe La Plata putting “life saving” in the hands of the people
Thanks to the effort of a handful of concerned citizens, a growing number of automatic external defibrillators, backed by trained lay-personnel, are in place throughout La Plata County. In the event of sudden cardiac arrest, life-saving assistance is likely right around the corner. DURANGO, Colo. – It’s likely that La Plata County residents have a long list of “pluses” for living in the region, be it the natural beauty, access to...
Young Durangoan helping others learn about Cystic Fibrosis
Summary: If Annelise Heinicke had been born 50 years ago, she likely would have seen only a couple of birthdays, if that. Annelise is today, however, a vibrant four-year-old, and the future for this young cystic fibrosis patient is more than merely hopeful. DURANGO, Colo. – As Jen Heinicke notes of her daughter Annelise, “If you didn’t know, you wouldn’t know” that the vibrant, inquisitive four-year-old has cystic fibrosis. “One...
Leadership La Plata selects 2008-2009 Class
Image:DURANGO, Colo. – Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2008-2009 class. The LLP Selection Committee – comprised of Sheryl Ayers, Cissy Anderson, David Burke, Pam Patton and Buck Skillen – selected 18 candidates from a highly qualified field of dynamic individuals. Among this year’s...
