Posted on Feb 22, 2023
The Durango La Plata County Airport earned a reward from the Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association for the runway project, completed last fall. The City of Durango encourages eligible residents to apply for the food tax rebate program and utility refund program, and TBK Bank opened its TBK Bank Scholars Program scholarship to current high school seniors. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings and The Payroll Department
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Posted on Feb 21, 2023
For the first time in its history, Animas High School has permanence. After operating in strip malls and mobile units through its developmental years, the school is finally in its permanent home on the campus of Fort Lewis College. Both students and staff feel an important presence from the school’s new structure. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by ServiceMaster Restore and 2180 Lighting & Design Studio.
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Posted on Feb 18, 2023
https://durangodowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/1-APE-LIQUID-4-RUSTY.mp4 This is a video I had made up by my amazing friend Enigmatic Octopi the song is by The Score and is titled Legend. It shows my journey while playing the new groundbreaking, blockchain, turn based, role playing game. For more information check out their website at ApeLiquid.io You can also come and ask questions on their discord at...
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Posted on Feb 17, 2023
Cortez’s WildEdge Brewing Collective, open since 2017 is finally completing an expansion that’s been in the works since before the Covid pandemic. Owner and Brewer Tucker Robinson says the smaller, more intimate space located behind the main taproom can fill a variety of roles. He believes the room can be anything from a meeting space to a lecture site. By Connor Shreve This story is sponsored by FastSigns and The Lor Foundation
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Posted on Feb 17, 2023
The City of Durango has launched a new system to report issues in and around the city called SeeClickFix. The name is fairly self-explanatory – see something amiss, click a photo of the issue (e.g. a pothole on a busy road), and send it off to the City to fix. The process is meant to be more streamlined than the previous reporting tool the City used, and the hope is that it will be more user-friendly for everyone. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Tafoya Barret and Associates and Pop’s Truck & RV Center
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Posted on Feb 15, 2023
After the passing of the Colorado Plastic Pollution Act, many stores are now charging 10 cents for single-use bags. The City of Durango and several non-profit organizations are offering up to two free reusable bags for residents to encourage more people to bring their own bags when shopping. The Durango-La Plata County Airport will soon welcome a larger United Airlines flight, and SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab will have garden plots available for reserving later this month. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by 2180 Lighting and Design Studio and Kroeger’s Ace Hardware
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Posted on Feb 14, 2023
A grant funded visit from the Colorado Springs-based Mobile Earth and Space Observatory brought three days of hands-on education for students at Riverview Elementary School and Miller Middle School. Education concepts included orbit, imaging and gravity among other topics. By Connor Shreve This story is sponsored by Tafoya Barrett & Associates and Happy Pappy’s Pizza & Wings
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Posted on Feb 14, 2023
Centura Health committed four million dollars to Fort Lewis College for a renovation of the Aquatics Center into a state-of-the-art performance, rehab, and wellness center for student-athletes and students. The Centura Sports Performance Center will include training and recovery guided by Mercy Sports Medicine trainers. By Connor Shreve This story is sponsored by the Man Cave Barbers and The Payroll Department
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Posted on Feb 13, 2023
Things To Do For Valentine’s Day As A Couple In Durango HOLIDAYS#events#things to do in durango#valentine’s Valentine’s Day comes just once a year and while Durango is always the perfect spot for a couple’s getaway, the town is always full of unique romantic things to do for this special occasion. Plan in some of these things to do for Valentine’s Day in Durango for the ultimate trip with your...
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Posted on Feb 13, 2023
Let’s go shopping! Thrift stores are infamous for offering well priced clothes, small appliances, books, jewelry, and much more. They support the reuse of items, benefit local organizations, and can provide tax deductions. The La Plata County Humane Society works in coalition with the animal shelter and adoption center and offers a huge selection of items. Profits from the shop goes directly next door to support the animals....
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Posted on Feb 9, 2023
Fort Lewis College announced the start of its Employee Mortgage Assistance program to ensure employees are able to buy homes in Durango. 70% of polled voters are in favor of creating a library district to fund the Durango Public Library and tickets are now on sale for the annual Durango Rocks event recognizing local businesses, individuals, and nonprofits for the work they are doing in the county. By Hannah Robertson This story is sponsored by Pop’s Truck & RV Center and Serious Texas BBQ
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Posted on Feb 8, 2023
Romance on the Rails 2023 Romance On The Rails February 11 and February 12 Romance on the Rails Special Add On Package Available For All Passengers over 21 years of age. LOCATION Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad 479 Main Ave Durango, CO 81301 EVENT DESCRIPTION Celebrate Valentine’s Day as you experience turn-of-the-century ambiance with your love. Ride the historic, steam-powered narrow gauge train and travel...
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Posted on Feb 7, 2023
Durango School District 9-R has a new addition to the teaching staff. Although she’s smaller than most of the students she works with, Misty has already made a significant impact. Assisting students with everything from practicing interview questions, learning how to read facial expressions, learning different types of coding, and hall patrol, Misty the Robot shows a new way to help students learn how to interact with the world around them. By Hannah Robertson This story is sponsored by ServiceMaster Restore and The Payroll Department
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Posted on Feb 6, 2023
TY Sam Rose For The Photo It was another great Snowdown event and on the last day there was a amazing balloon show. “Be not afraid of greatness!” Gazeth thine eyes skyward as the greatest of hot air balloons riseth into the heavens. Mass upgoingeth of hot air balloons floateth gently down the Animas Valley. Viewing can be done from Lone Pine Dr and North Animas Valley neighborhoods. Here was a list of the last day’s events:...
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Posted on Feb 3, 2023
Everything You Should Know About February What do we celebrate in February? What is February famous for? Here’s a short list of holiday happenings and February facts that you should know! The Month of February February comes from the Latin word februa, which means “to cleanse.” The month was named after the Roman Februalia, which was a month-long festival of purification and atonement that took place this time of year. See all the...
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Posted on Feb 3, 2023
The River Roost Apartments offers a different take on obtainable housing in Durango. A hotel conversion apartment complex, River Roost aims to attract residents with a love for the outdoor lifestyle and minimalistic aesthetic. A large common room, a well-equipped fitness center, and a communal working space aid in building the sense of community the Roost brand aspires to have in its complexes. Although the River Roost has only recently opened, the excitement for starting something different is palpable. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Service Master Restore and 2180 Lighting and Design Studio
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Posted on Feb 2, 2023
It’s time to dust off those fat bike tires or ring up your coworker down the street to carpool! Winter Bike to Work day returns as part of the Winter Business Commuter Challenge, hosted by Get Around Durango. You have a chance to make history by voting on the Colorado 150th anniversary commemorative license plate, and prospective City Council candidates need to submit their verified signatures soon for the upcoming City Council elections. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Kroeger’s Ace Hardware and The Payroll Department
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Posted on Feb 1, 2023
NEW EVENT! 8 PM KNIGHT FIGHT NIGHT Animas City Theatre – 128 E College Dr “off with his head” Animas Armored Combat Knight Fight. Live and in person! Representatives from some of your favorite local bars and breweries compete in armor for their first time against each other with a big prize for the winners. Professional fighters will also be doing MMA style fights in medieval armor. Hard hitting and adrenaline pumping. Must be...
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Posted on Feb 1, 2023
FREE special shuttle offered for Snowdown Light Parade Friday February 3 from Fairgrounds to Transit Center every 20 minutes. Starts at 3 pm, last shuttle leaves Downtown at 8 pm. Brought to you by Snowdown, City of Durango, and the Durango Business Improvement District. 6 PM ANNUAL SNOWDOWN LIGHT PARADE Main from College Dr to 12th St Hosted by Purgatory Resort. Let there be light Durango! It’s Durango’s only nighttime light parade...
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