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The Right Tool for the Job
Ever been working on a home improvement project and find out you’re missing a specific tool? Durango Tool Library is here to help you find all the tools you need without breaking the bank. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings and the Payroll Department
Parks & Recreation Releases Impressive Figures on Impacts
The Durango Parks & Recreation Department says that every dollar invested in amenities generates more than $2 in economic benefit to the community; next public meeting on downtown’s redesign is on Feb.16, and Fort Lewis College has joined forces with the University of Colorado to create a four-year undergraduate nursing degree. This story is sponsored by Pop’s Truck & RV and Serious Texas BBQ
Cortez Searches for New Airline Service
Boutique Air’s four-year contract to provide passenger airline service at the Cortez Airport ends this September, and two companies have submitted proposals to become airport’s next service provider. Which company should win the contract? The City of Cortez and the U.S. Department of Transportation seek public comment on the proposals. This story is sponsored by FASTSIGNS and Choice Building Supply Ace Hardware
A Magical Mystical Snowdown Wrap-Up
Durango’s 2022 Magical Mystical Snowdown came back with a bang! With events for all ages, everyone had the chance to enjoy the magic of Snowdown. While some events were canceled or altered to accommodate for COVID restrictions, classic events like the Follies and the parade were still able to be had. This story is sponsored by Service Master Restore and Closets Plus
Get Your Head in the Game!
Owner Danny Perez of Guild House Games envisioned a store that would draw in everyone from board game aficionados to people who had never thought to set foot inside a game store before. Now, three nights a week, evening game nights offer everyone a chance to try something different, meet new friends, as well as browse the store’s expanding collections. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings and Closets Plus
New Bar, Lounge Opens in Former Sow’s Ear
A new lounge and bar has opened in the former Sow’s Ear Restaurant, and it’s owners want it to become the kind of place where “everyone knows your name.” This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Closets Plus
Bike to Work; LPEA’s Future Power Supply; DEF Fundraiser
Durango’s semi-annual Bike to Work Day celebrates sustainable transportation options; LPEA will hold a virtual town hall to update members about the latest developments to negotiate a new power supply contract, and the Durango Education Foundation seeks donations to address student achievement gaps that have widened as a result of the pandemic. This story is brought to you by Pop’s Truck and RV Center and Tafoya Barrett and Associates
SunRay Park & Casino Hosts Comedy Nights
Hypnotic comic Rusty Z thrilled the crowd at SunRay Park and Casino’s Laugh ‘Til It Hurts Comedy Night, which includes a delicious buffet dinner, and full bar. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is brought to you by CMIT Solutions and Traegers Bar
They’re BAAAAACK . . . In-Person Screenings, Events at DIFF
They’re BAAACK – in-person screenings of independent films, conversations with filmmakers, and social events that are the hallmark of the Durango Independent Film Festival. This story is brought to you by Alpine Bank
Survey Respondents Support More Outdoor Patios Downtown
This week’s Roundup summarizes a community survey about hopes for a new downtown plan; trash, recycling and sewer rates go up; and where to find free COVID masks. This story is brought to you by The Payroll Department and Serious Texas Barbecue
Buckle Up for Adventure!
Outdoorsy Van Rentals rents camper vans and RVs across the United States, helping to introduce more people to the world of camping, hiking, and outdoor adventures. Outdoorsy uses the same concept as other home- or ride-sharing companies (such as AirBnB and Uber) to facilitate the equipment rentals. This story is brought to you by Express Employment Professionals and Kroeger’s Ace Hardware
The Wheels on the Bus Go Green
Winter 2022 will see the first electric school bus from Durango School District 9-R on the roads. The joint venture between Durango 9-R and the La Plata Electric Association is powered by electricity and might start offsetting energy costs as well as emissions. This story is brought to you by Serious Texas BBQ and Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings
Durango Wine Experience Returns after 2-Year Hiatus
Nonprofits from throughout Southwest Colorado will benefit from wine lovers when they attend the 2022 Durango Wine Experience, now under the direction of the Community Foundation Serving Southwest Colorado. This story is brought to you by Service Master Restore, Ace Hardware of Farmington, Choice Building Supplies Ace Hardware, and Kroegers Ace Hardware
Don’t Feed Wildlife, Don Coram Challenges Boebert
U.S. Congressional Rep. Lauren Boebert has launched an attack campaign and website accusing primary challenger Don Coram of corruption; Coram fights back.This story is brought to you by FASTSIGNS and the law firm of Downs, McDonough, Cowan and Foley
What a Crazy Year for Real Estate in 2021
Dan Korman gives a concise recap of the crazy real estate market in 2021 and why prices soared countywide. Brought to you by Alpenglow Properties
Living with Wolves – Photographic Exhibit
December 18, 2021-March 27, 2022 Location: Historic Boiler Room The Living with Wolves exhibit offers you a rare glimpse inside the lives of wolves. Jim and Jamie Dutcher documented the lives of the wolves of the Sawtooth Pack on the edge of Idaho’s Sawtooth Wilderness. This photographic exhibit explores the science of wolves, vividly depicting wolf family interactions and providing important insights about wolf behavior, ecological...
Snowdown’s Still Conjuring 2022 Celebration
The highly contagious Omicron variant of the COVID virus is prompting a number of event cancellations, but the Snowdown board of directors voted to move forward with Snowdown 2022 – with caveats. This story is sponsored by the law firm of Downs, McDonough, Cowan and Foley and Service Master Restore
Author Speaks Out about Assaults
Durango resident Michelle Lachner suffered 40 years from nightmares, anxiety, depression, panic attacks and anorexia after a friend’s brother sexually assaulted her when she was 16. Telling her secret was the first step on a journey to healing. This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and FASTSIGNS
Design Work Begins on Camino del Rio Pedestrian Underpass
Topics in this week’s Roundup include a COVID update, LPEA’s Round-Up grants, and new license plates. Sponsored by Service Master Restore, Closets Plus, Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings, and the law firm of Downs McDonough Cowan and Foley, LLC
Learning to Live with Grief
The Grief Center of Southwest Colorado offers support and understanding to survivors who’ve lost a loved one so that they once again can find hope and joy in their lives. Sponsored by Express Employment Professionals and The Payroll Department
