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May 2021 CAR Numbers
May brought spring flowers as well as an interesting real estate market. Every month the Durango Area Association of Realtors provides a breakdown of key metrics to our La Plata County area real estate activity. We will be looking at May 2021 activity versus May 2020 as well as year to date statistics. In La Plata County, there have been 120 new single-family listings making a total of 467 since January 1, which is 7 less for the...
LPEA 2021 director election results announced
DURANGO, Colo. – Results of the 2021 La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) director election were announced today at the cooperative’s partial virtual annual meeting. This meeting was held solely for the purpose of electing and seating new directors. The remainder of the meeting is postponed until later this year. In accordance with LPEA Bylaws, one seat in each of LPEA’s four districts comes up for election annually. This...
MOVIES IN THE PARK
NOW THROUGH AUGUST 20 EVENT DESCRIPTION The City of Durango is presenting a free Movies in the Park series this summer. Movies will be projected on a 20′ screen and there will be plenty of space for blankets, chairs, family, friends & a night of fun. There will be popcorn and beverages available for purchase. Movies begin 15 minutes after sunset, with seating starting at 7:45 PM. LOCATION Buckley Park June 4: The Lion King...
LPEA re-opens lobbies to the public
DURANGO, Colo. – La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) today re-opened its lobbies in Durango and Pagosa Springs to the public. Members are welcome to come in for face-to-face service and support during normal business hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Telephone and drive-through services are also still available during those hours. LPEA is a member-owned, not-for-profit, electric distribution cooperative serving La...
RIDE THE ROCKIES NOW THROUGH JUNE 18
EVENT DESCRIPTION Ride The Rockies in an event of The Denver Post Community Foundation. The Denver Post Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, serves to improve and enrich the lives of those in our community by raising and distributing funds to metro-area and Colorado nonprofit agencies serving the areas of arts, youth, education and human services. Ride The Rockies route changes every year, but always includes a...
Bar D Ranch and Chuckwagon
Cowboy Music and Comedy Stage Show with songs of the Old West, comedy and lively instrumentals to please the whole family. The Show ticket includes a chuckwagon supper and an evening’s entertainment. The Chuckwagon Fare is sliced roast beef or chicken breast simmered in our famous barbecue sauce, a combo that includes both beef and chicken, or an optional flame grilled ribeye steak all served with a Potato, Oven Baked Beans,...
Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering – Outdoor Concert and Barn Dance with the Tim Sullivan Band
Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering – Outdoor Concert and Barn Dance with the Tim Sullivan Band Sunday June 13 at 5:00pm Prices: $20.00 – $20.00 Share This: River Bend Ranch 27846 Hwy. 550 Durango, CO 81301 Map & Directions Phone: 970-769-3126 Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.durangocowboygathering.org The 7th Annual Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering Outdoor Concert and Barn Dance featuring the Tim...
Animas River Days June 3rd to June 6th, 2021
Animas River Days includes these sporting events: river surfing, stand-up paddling, freestyle kayaking, boatercross, raft and kayak slalom, an inflatable rodeo and the local’s favorite costumed river parade. The Animas River is the heart and soul of our community! That’s we have dedicated this year’s event to bringing our community back together. We are buying items from local businesses for our silent auction and...
Introducing Piinu Nuuchi community skatepark!
Southern Ute tribal member, Cyrus Naranjo was among the first to get some action on the recently unveiled Piinu Nucchi skate park located within SunUte Park in Ignacio, Colo. Fences came down in April, and since that time the park has been open to the public. When the SunUte Skatepark opened to the community in April of 2021, the park did not have an official name. The naming of the park was left to the Sunshine Cloud Smith...
San Juan String Band to play at campgrounds
The San Juan String band will perform free concerts at the Junction Creek Campground June 10 and at the House Creek Campground June 12. Shows start at 7 p.m. The group is made up of San Juan National Forest personnel who have combined their passion for the environment with their love of music. Members include hydrologist Joni Vanderbilt (mandolin/vocals), forest volunteer Carol Calkin (fiddle/vocals), forester Laurie Swisher...
LA PLATA COUNTY FAIR IS BACK
For 71 years, generations of families, friends and neighbors have come together to showcase their animals, garden products and other creations, and compete with others for ribbons and awards. It is a time for family groups and friends to enjoy the great talent, great music, good eats and exciting entertainment the Fair offers each year. The La Plata County Fair has always been a showcase of our Country’s best, from scrumptious...
Farmer’s and Flea Markets are Back!!!
2021 Market Season will begin May 8th! Saturdays – TBK Bank Parking Lot 8 AM to 12 Noon (9 AM in October) ! (no pets/dogs allowed at the market) The Durango Farmers Market is proud to make daily contributions to the well being of our customers, vendors and community. We believe that by featuring locally produced foods and goods, we provide a healthier, more enjoyable quality of life in the Durango region. We are proud to...
LPEA does not endorse specific candidates for board elections
DURANGO, Colo. – La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is committed to “the fairness of elections, impartiality, confidentiality, transparency, and integrity of the voting process” as per LPEA Policy 105. The independent Election Supervisory Committee (ESC), tasked with ensuring a fair and honest LPEA director election, found this week that Bill Waters violated LPEA Policy 105 in his bid for a seat on the LPEA Board of Directors. Mr....
LPEA board approves special retirement of $1.5 million in capital credits to LPEA members
DURANGO, Colo. – The La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Board of Directors today approved the special retirement of $1.5 million in capital credits to LPEA members. This retirement passes the benefit of Tri-State’s proposed 2% rate reduction directly to LPEA members as quickly as possible. LPEA’s power costs are budgeted at roughly $70 million annually, so the $1.5 million represents more than 2% of that total. Thanks to legal...
Colorado woman killed in rare black bear attack, authorities say
A 39-year-old Colorado woman died in an apparent black bear attack, just the fourth fatal mauling in the state since records began in 1960, authorities said on Saturday. The woman’s boyfriend found her body on Friday night near the town of Durango, about 350 miles south-west of Denver, Colorado Parks and Wildlife said. The man told police he arrived home around 8.30pm and found the couple’s two dogs outside and his girlfriend missing....
New Carrier and New Routes for DRO. Welcome back Frontier!
Tony Vicari, Aviation Director for the Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) just announced today that Frontier Airlines will be establishing year-round nonstop service between Durango and Las Vegas’ McCarran International Airport (LAS), and seasonal nonstop service to Denver International Airport (DEN). Service to Denver will start June 4, 2021, and service to Las Vegas will start June 11, 2021. Flights to Las Vegas will be operated...
Lake Nighthorse opens on Friday, April 2 for non-motorized recreation
Lake Nighthorse Recreation Area will open for the 2021 season on Friday, April 2. The lake will be open for non-motorized recreation 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, April 2 through May 9. Daily operations will begin May 14, and motorized recreation begins May 15. Find the full schedule, including wakeless & quiet hours, below. New amenities to the swim beach include an inflatable play structure (May through...
WHAT’S NEW IN DURANGO FOR 2021
What’s new in Durango, Colorado: hotels, restaurants, bars, shops, new things to do in Durango and what’s coming in 2021! Blues, Mtn & Soul Blues Mtn & Soul is a brand new art studio & shop on Main Avenue. Graphic illustration artist Brian Banash has filled the building with wall-sized recreations of his work. He plans to operate his own art business, Banash Illustrations, out of downtown Durango. His pieces...
The Immersive Photography of David Yarrow
The Immersive Photography of David Yarrow Posted on March 4, 2021 by sorrelskygallery Durango — shot at the Diamond Belle Saloon, Durango, Colorado, USA We’re pleased to announce the representation of David Yarrow. Known for his oversized, monochromatic images, David’s approach is as immersive as it can be. Both his Wild West and Wildlife series are now available in person at...
International Woman’s Month Treasure Hunt
International woman’s day was Monday, March 8th and here in Durango Co you can celebrate this by participating in the 2021 Treasure Hunt from March 1st through the 25th. Women’s History Month 2021 Please see “Steps to start your Treasure Hunt” below! The 2021 National Women’s History month theme is “Valiant Women of the Vote: Refusing to be Silenced.” Tired of being at home? Join us for our 1st ever Treasure Hunt! The Women’s...
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