Durango and Around
Phoenix Recycling: not only risen from proverbial ashes but flying high
Phoenix Recycling – with curbside, document shredding and construction recycling divisions – is a bit of a homegrown phenomenon – birthed out the passion of its owners Mark Thompson and Alex Arribau… DURANGO, Colo. – It seems that Durango is always a little bit ahead of the curve, blessed with innovative businesses and forward-think individuals with entrepreneurial vision and drive. One such example is Phoenix Recycling. And in this...
Community celebrates the release of Rhythms of Durango, an eclectic mix of the sounds of Downtown
The hills are literally alive with the sound of music: Rhythms of Durango, Volume Two, celebrates local musicians and supports Historic Downtown Durango… DURANGO, Colo. – The Strater Hotel lived up to its reputation as a venue for live local music on Nov. 23, as its Diamond Belle Saloon was literally alive with the sounds of Durango music during the release of Rhythms of Durango. Lacey Black, Daniel Rottenberg, Greg Ryder,...
Rhythms of Durango, Volume Two, to be released Nov. 23
Image:Summary:Durango Business Improvement District produces second CD of local music. – Rhythms of Durango, Volume Two, an eclectic mix of the sounds of downtown featuring 18 local artists who perform in and around the Historic Downtown, will be released Fri., Nov. 23, at a special reception held 4:00 to 5:30 p.m., at the Strater Hotel’s Diamond Belle Saloon. The promotional CD is produced by the Durango Business Improvement District...
Concerned community members find out what’s up Downtown
The proverbial “shoulder” season is in full swing. The leaf-peeping tourists have fled, and the skiers and riders are yet to arrive. A moment of peace in Downtown Durango? Hardly. DURANGO, Colo. – The proverbial “shoulder” season is in full swing. The leaf-peeping tourists have fled, and the skiers and riders are yet to arrive. A moment of peace in Downtown Durango? Hardly. Some construction is underway, with a few sidewalks and roads...
Durango Business Improvement District celebrates 10th Anniversary
It’s been ten years since the Durango City Council authorized a grassroots coalition of concerned business people to hold an election to form a Durango Business Improvement District. DURANGO, Colo. – Though it’s been ten years since a grassroots coalition of concerned business people petitioned the Durango City Council to form a business improvement district, “The BID,” as it’s often referenced today, is still something of a...
Friends of the Durango Public Library launch “101 Campaign”
As the new library goes vertical, a one-time capital campaign designed to meet the community commitment to the much-needed facility is underway. ” DURANGO, Colo. – One-time; one-on-one; 101 years old. These are the multiple meanings carried in the designation of the Friends of the Durango Public Library’s “101 Campaign,” a capital campaign to help bridge the gap between available city funding for construction of the new library...
The Commons: One stop learning where learning never stops
One building providing an umbrella for educational, career, technical, environmental conservation and family support services – who would have thought? DURANGO, Colo. – One evening Paulette Church, director of the Durango Adult Education Center, was heading along West 7th Street toward Camino del Rio, and it hit her. “I thought, ‘We could fit there,’” she said. Sitting directly ahead of her was the behemoth 701 Camino del Rio, more...
Edgemont Highlands emerging as premier example of sustainable development.
Image: Summary: Edgemont Highlands is, at its core,designed with respect for the natural features of the property – beautiful, but a challenge at best, given the rugged, rocky terrain, studded with dense Ponderosa pine and Gambel oak. By Indiana Reed ” DURANGO, Colo. – Growth. For years the residents of La Plata County in general, and Durango in particular, have heard that there’s no stopping it. As long as quality of...
Say “Yes Ma’am” to “Building a Dream” – Campaign for Breast Care Center underway
Image: Summary: “October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but awareness is also being raised throughout the region for construction of a state-of-the-art Breast Care Center at Mercy Regional Medical Center ” ” DURANGO, Colo. – The dragonfly – a clever marketing messenger – is bringing the news. News of breast cancer awareness, and of the $3.4 million capital campaign under way to fund construction of a...
Durangoans discover “What If? Colorado” By Indiana Reed
Image: Sophie Parrott and Cameron Adl didn’t know quite what to expect when they began their weekend adventure as part of the “What If? Colorado” Reality Competition. DURANGO, Colo. – It’s the middle of the night. The automated reverse-911 system kicks in and the phone rings. Wildfire approaching. Ten minutes to evacuate. Are you prepared? Truth be told, even though many in La Plata County learned the “hard” way about emergency...
Durango Chamber hosts Roberts, Isgar for “Eggs & Issues”
Image:Summary:State Senator Jim Isgar and Representative Ellen Roberts made what turned out to be a rare joint appearance (given their hectic summer schedules) on Sept. 18 at “Eggs & Issues,” a quarterly effort of the Durango Chamber of Commerce designed to keep the community informed of legislative issues. DURANGO, Colo. – Health care, water rights, the gas severance tax and government regaining public trust are merely a...
Steamworks’ Steam Engine Lager takes “Gold” at 4th Annual Foam Fest microbrew competition
Image:Summary:The 4th Annual Foam Fest, or microbrew competition at the Colorado State Fair, Pueblo, Colo., has generated yet another top honor for Steamworks Brewing Co.’s flagship beer Steam Engine Lager, as the popular beer took Gold in the “Amber Hybrid” category. The 4th Annual Foam Fest, or microbrew competition at the Colorado State Fair, Pueblo, Colo., has generated yet another top honor for Steamworks Brewing Co.’s flagship...
4-H Barbecue Cook-off offers old-fashioned camaraderie
“La Plata County’s largest fundraising event proves to be an opportunity for enjoying friendships, good food and a bit of days gone by. By Indiana Reed” DURANGO, Colo. – It was a day for celebration and camaraderie, friendships and food (lots of it) – and a reminder that “small town” Durango, and La Plata County in general, still exists. The Barbecue Cook-off (which challenges the culinary talents of corporate teams...
DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page
Image:Summary:”Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion ” Got News? DurangoDowntown.com wants to know. In an effort to offer a current supply of news, events and specials from in and around Durango at the click of a mouse, DurangoDowntown.com has launched a special community “News” page at www.durangodowntown.com/news. “It is designed to be a one-stop-shop for need-to-know...
Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway
Image:Summary:The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. , Colo. – The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in the following activities and projects designed to enhance the appearance of...
Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update
Image:Summary:Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. DURANGO, Colo. – To confirm the current state of the conference/meetings market and the economic viability of a Durango Conference & Events Center, the Durango Business Improvement District Board of Directors recently commissioned an update of the original feasibility study...
The Smiley Garden: Locally grown food making sense for Durango, the world
Image:Summary:The miracle of nature is now very evident at the Smiley Garden, located along East Third Ave. on the east side of the historic Smiley Building. A model for sustainability, the Smiley Building is owned by Charles Shaw and his wife Lisa Bodwalk. – Tom Bartels has been enjoying the process. Not only is it personally satisfying to take what was once a seldom-used, water hungry lawn and transform it into a lush garden,...
Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind”
Image:Summary:100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Green beer is not reserved for St. Patrick’s Day – especially in Durango, Colorado. One hundred percent of the craft beer produced by Durango’s four award-winning craft breweries – Carver Brewing Co., Durango Brewing Co., Ska Brewing Co., and Steamworks Brewing Co. – is now “Green.” Or more accurately, now being brewed using 100...
City Begins Work on Downtown Sidewalk Design Project
Image:Summary:The City of Durango is undertaking a redesign and upgrade of its downtown pedestrian areas, including sidewalks, curbs, crossings and streetscapes. Durango, CO – The City of Durango is undertaking a redesign and upgrade of its downtown pedestrian areas, including sidewalks, curbs, crossings and streetscapes. The project will begin with a comprehensive design for the enhancement of downtown Durango. The scope of the...
Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class
Image:Summary: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 2007-2008 Class. ” DURANGO—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 2007-2008 Class. Candidates invited to join...
