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La Plata County Dept. of Human Services offering home heating assistance
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – La Plata County residents struggling to pay their heating bills can now receive assistance through the Colorado Department of Human Services Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP). La Plata County Human Services will accept applications for LEAP from November 1, 2008 through April 30, 2009. LEAP does not pay the entire costs of home heating, and for most households, benefits will be paid...
“Insulate Colorado” rebates extended to second/rental homes
4CORE administering $25,000 grant to promote energy efficiency. ” DURANGO, Colo. – The “Insulate Colorado” program, a $25,000 rebate effort to encourage homeowners in La Plata and Archuleta counties to weatherize and insulate their homes, has been expanded to include rental units and vacation homes. The deadline to apply is Dec. 31, 2008. “Originally the rebate program, which was initiated by the Colorado state Governor’s Energy...
La Plata Electric Association offering rebates for LED holiday light purchase
Image:Summary:Switching to energy-efficient holiday lights saves electricity and dollars. ” DURANGO, Colo. – To encourage consumers to replace old holiday light strings with new, energy efficient LED lighting, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA), in partnership with Tri-State Generation and Transmission, is offering rebates on LED holiday lighting through Dec. 31, 2008. LPEA customers who purchase strings of LED lights can...
Ska Brewing Co. ushers in a new era with its 24,000 square foot “world headquarters”
Pager item text :Ska Brewing Co.Image:Summary:Several years ago, when it became clear to the partners of Ska Brewing Co. that they needed to expand the existing brewery or find a new home, they made the decision to do it “right.” Today, and after a nearly $5 million investment, Ska has opened its new 24,000 sq. ft. “world headquarters.” Ska Brewing Co. ushers in a new era with its 24,000 square foot “world headquarters”...
Seasons Rotisserie & Grill eyes Dec. 21, 2008 for the Phoenix to rise
Destroyed by the fire that tore through the 700 block of Main Avenue on Feb. 22, Seasons Rotisserie & Grill didn’t wallow in self-pity. Instead owner Karen Barger and her team got busy. Now they’ve got their eye on a Dec. 21 re-opening of the much beloved restaurant. ” DURANGO, Colo. – Feb. 22, 2008: a dreary, wet afternoon in Durango. Many restaurants in town were prepping for Chocolate Fantasia, a Volunteers...
Artists announced for Rhythms of Durango Vol. 3
CD featuring the sounds of Downtown to be released Nov. 21. DURANGO, Colo. – Nineteen local musicians and singer/songwriters have been selected for Rhythms of Durango, Volume 3, a music CD sponsored and produced by the Durango Business Improvement District (BID). The CD will be released Nov. 21 at a special release party/concert slated to be held at the Henry Strater Theatre. “The Business Improvement District exists to help all...
The shop “Yarn” making sure “Life’s a Stitch” in Durango
Image:Summary:Kara Walecki and her “knitting” group weren’t inspired by the “old school” yarn offerings in the region, and they yearned for something more comprehensive. A year or so later, in spite of an unexpected loss, “Yarn” opened its doors in Durango. The shop “Yarn” making sure “Life’s a Stitch” in Durango DURANGO, Colo. – Kara Walecki never set out to be the proprietor of a yarn shop,...
Scooter’s Place refining “sound,” making “rock stars” in Durango
Image:Summary:Many Baby Boomers and generations younger have at some time in their lives entertained the fantasy of being a recording artist – or “a rock star.” Those who have succeeded will usually admit to assistance from experts behind the scenes. In Durango, “stars” and beyond are finding that support at “Scooter’s Place.” DURANGO, Colo. – Many Baby Boomers and generations younger have at some time in their lives entertained...
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...
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...
Sunnyside Farms Market soon to relocate inside the new Nature’s Oasis
Summary: Sunnyside Farms Market, the popular home-grown operation offering fresh-cut meats and seafood, has been in a bit of a transition. In September, however, the store will move into its much-anticipated final home inside the new Nature’s Oasis. DURANGO, Colo. – When Holly Zink first opened Sunnyside Farms Market in June 2002, she spent much of her time educating customers about the benefits of eating natural and/or...
Durango’s business community embracing the referral network organization, BNI
The regional director of the business referral organization, BNI had little hope for small-town Durango, but that was before Nick Kapustka and Rachel Coburn came to town. Today, in less than a year and a half, Durango is supporting four BNI chapters. What’s happening? DURANGO, Colo. – The Albuquerque-based regional director of the business referral organization, BNI had little hope for small-town Durango. Building a chapter had been...
With “Railroad Square,” the magic mix may have been found to finally construct a much-needed Downtown Durango conference and events center
Summary: To keep Downtown Durango viable, an evolving group of citizens has for decades championed construction of a conference and events center, and met with repeated blocks from city government. If all goes well with the latest effort, however, in 2010 Durango will be christening a truly unique hotel-conference center complex as only Durango can. ” DURANGO, Colo. – For decades, business folks seeking to level the...
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