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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...
LPEA launches Solar Domestic Hot Water Rebate program
Image:Summary:Governor’s Energy Office approves $25,000 matching grant for LPEA. ” DURANGO, Colo. – In an effort to advance Colorado’s New Energy Economy, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) has been approved for a $25,000 matching grant as part of the Governor’s Energy Office (GEO) Residential Solar Program. Funds will provide rebates for those installing solar domestic hot water systems within LPEA’s service territory. “LPEA...
Singer/Songwriter Dave Mensch, and his band Formula 151, on the precipice of fame?
Dave Mensch of Formula 151 is arguably the hardest working musician in the local market. With an eye on the prize, and admittedly no idea of the path that will take him there, Mensch is Durango’s rock star in the making. DURANGO, Colo. – In January 2007, on the eve of the release of Formula 151’s ambitious double-CD, Yesterday’s Tomorrow, singer/songwriter Dave Mensch was philosophical. If the CD didn’t sell, and music as a...
Aileen Tracy takes the helm of new conservation, energy efficiency non-profit organization
The Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency or “4CORE” promotes energy efficiency, conservation and more. Until last month, it was more a concept than a reality. With the hiring of Aileen Tracy, however, “The Power to Conserve is Ours.” DURANGO, Colo. – Though not yet a household name, a new non-profit organization focusing on natural resource efficiency and conservation is making inroads in Durango and La Plata County: the Four...
Syndicom’s collaborative technology fosters new treatment plans, more effective surgical techniques and life-saving medical devices
Image: Summary: Take revolutionary new software products, add a non-traditional business structure, and it’s a win-win for health care and Durango’s economic development effort. ” DURANGO, Colo. – Two heads are better than one, or so the adage goes. With the advent of Syndicom’s proprietary collaborative technology, a potentially unlimited number of “heads” – or currently, in Syndicom’s case, spine surgeons – is not only...
Schluter Floral is “blooming” in every way that counts
Summary: In an industry with a traditionally heavy carbon footprint, the award-winning Schluter Floral, Durango’s oldest retail operation, is taking steps to “go green” and remove a proverbial thorn from the side of the planet. DURANGO, Colo. – The floral business – from growers to distributors to retailers – has not traditionally been known as the most “eco-friendly” industry. With pesticides and chemicals, long-distance transport,...
A time of new beginnings as Carson Jones steps in as director of the Durango Arts Center
For a decade, many who’ve known Carson Jones have equated her professionally with social work. Now in her new position as executive director of the Durango Arts Center, she’s setting out to serve the public in an entirely new way. DURANGO, Colo. – For more than a decade, many who’ve known Carson Jones have equated her professionally with social work. Now in her new position as executive director of the Durango Arts Center, she’s...
Mercury Payment Systems setting an example for how “business” can be great in Durango
Pager item text :Mercury Payment SystemsImage:Summary:Durango’s economic development folks have long sought to attract a “clean” industry offering great jobs. Homegrown Mercury Payment Systems has succeeded in setting the standard – and the bar is high. Mercury Payment Systems setting an example for how “business” can be great in Durango DURANGO, Colo. – When considering economic diversification, and defining...
Durango’s Eco Home Center bring sustainable building products and finishings to the general public
In 2005, Laurie Dickson’s vision prompted her to open the then cutting edge Eco Home Center, a unique retail outlet for non-toxic and environmentally responsible home building/decorating materials. Now in a new location, the effort to promote sustainable building continues… ” DURANGO, Colo. – Quality of life. Traditionally, it’s one of the reasons most often cited for moving to Durango, but new residents usually were...
Steamworks Brewing Co. launches distribution in NY, Minnesota and Wisconsin
Steamworks is breaking out of its regional beer distribution, now offering the award-winning brews in Minnesota,New York and Wisconsin – the first of many new national markets to come. DURANGO, Colo. – In 1996, a then-unknown Steamworks Brewing Co. was causing quite a stir around Durango. Shiny, new copper kettles and giant fermentation tanks were being carefully lowered into the circa 1920s motor works on East Second Ave....
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