Durango and Around
4th of July, 5k, Parade, Fireworks
Happy Independence Day from Durango Downtown! Check out what’s going on in and around Durango on the 4th of July! Buckley Park Events Rotary Park Events Downtown Events American Voices: What it Means to be an American By Fort Lewis College 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Buckley Park Readings and music by Fort Lewis College and Southwest Civic Winds All-American Gourmet Breakfast By Rotary Club of Durango 7:30 – 11 a.m....
A Taste of Chiapas in Durango
The new Los Amigos Del Sur Restaurant in the Main Mall brings Durango a fresh taste of Southern Mexico with an unusual cuisine that includes fresh oysters and octopus. Co-owner Tonny Gomez, who left Chiapas at the age of 13, says the restaurant is the epitome of the American Dream come true.
IRON HORSE BICYCLE CLASSIC– May 26th to 28th
46th Annual Iron Horse Bicycle Classic! Friday May 26, 2017 Final Packet Pickup Buckley Park (3pm-7pm) Narrow Horse Swim – http://www.durangoswimclub.org Steamworks Faceplant Party: Beer, live music, vendors and bike parade. At Buckley Park 3-8pm Iron BMX Saturday May 27, 2017 Durango Coca-Cola Road Race (7:30am) McDonald’s Citizens Tour to Silverton (8am) Quarter Horse to Purgatory (8:15am) MBS King/Queen of Mountain...
Who Needs Summer Rains?
The spring runoff peaks this month, and local water experts predict one of the best irrigation seasons in recent memory.
All Breed Dog Show–May 18-19-20-21, 2017!!
May 18-19-20-21, 2017 McGee Park, San Juan County Fairgrounds, Farmington NM FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!!! The McGee Park, San Juan County Fairgrounds is located in the heart of the Four Corners just minutes away from Farmington, Bloomfield and Aztec. the 186-acre fairgrounds is positioned three hours north of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and 40 minutes south of Durango, Colorado. Join us for our second year at this great site! For more...
Who IS the Gum Guy?
And why is he scraping up old pieces of gum from downtown Durango sidewalks? We find out on this edition of Durango TV News.
Does Earlier Run-Off Affect Rafting Season?
The Animas River peaked at 2,370 cfs on April 20. Is that normal for this time of year? What about the rest of the run-off season? Do high flows now affect the rafting season later? You’ll be surprised by the answer.
Want to Catch a 20-Inch Trout?
Colorado Parks and Wildlife wants your help with a survey about a new disease-resistant trout variety that that agency stocked in Pastorius Reservoir.
Hozhoni Days Powwow – 2017
DURANGO, CO – The 53rd Hozhoni Days Powwow, Fort Lewis College’s annual celebration of its unique Native American heritage, begins Friday, April 14 and concludes the following day. The Powwow is one of the largest and longest-running Fort Lewis College traditions and brings hundreds of visitors to Durango each year. This year’s Powwow honors the veterans of all conflicts. Among Friday’s festivities are the Gourd Dance at 5 p.m. and...
“How to Write a Project Narrative People Care About” – SBDC Workshop – Jeff Sand
April 17, 2017 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm at the First National Bank of Durango. Durango, CO – The Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center announces a new workshop entitled, “How to Write a Project Narrative People Care About.” April 17, 2017 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm at the First National Bank of Durango. The program, designed for non-profits, will explain how to craft a stronger story to build partnerships, attract funders and shape...
LPEA adds scholarship opportunity for aspiring Linemen & women
Scholarship designed for those seeking a career in electric utility operations DURANGO, Colo. – Adding to the cooperative’s mix of scholarships, the La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Board of Directors has approved the new La Plata Electric Lineman Scholarship. Applications will be available Monday, April 3, and due by Friday, April 28, 2017 – for use in the upcoming academic year. “We want to support our next generation of...
Alliance Director Moderates Entrepreneurs of the SW Meetup
Roger Zalneraitis, Executive Director of The La Plata Economic Development Alliance, will moderate at the next Entrepreneurs of the Southwest Meetup Bringing Branches to Durango Branches in Durango – no this is not trees! But maybe similar. Durango is a great place to live and work, we all know that, but difficult and perhaps not conducive for large corporations. So why and how do we continue to see branches of very large companies...
Music of America Concert
Music of America Concert Saturday, March 11 • 2:00 p.m. First United Methodist Church • 2917 Aspen Dr. • Durango, CO The Durango Choral Society, the Durango Women’s Choir and the Renaissance Singers from Telluride sing of home, heart, and family with a focus on the music of America. Composers include Randall Thompson, Moses Hogan, and Joseph Jennings. Purchase tickets at the door. Tickets $20/$5...
County Road 250 will be open today at 5 pm
County Road 250 will reopen in 2700 block at 5 p.m. DURANGO –The 2700 block of County Road 250 will reopen to both directions of travel at 5 p.m. today. Northbound traffic up to the 2700 block of CR 250 should not be impacted by the closure. The debris flows that have impacted the road since its February 10 closure have ceased. Road & Bridge crews will spend the day removing remaining debris from bar ditches. They will then...
DURANGO’S CELTIC FESTIVAL IN TOWN THIS WEEKEND!!
DURANGO’S FIFTH ANNUAL CELTIC FESTIVAL IN TOWN THIS WEEKEND!! Durango has no shortage of entertainment and festivals. We are a small town, but we offer so much in terms of culture and activities. This weekend is no exception; we are home to the 5th Annual Durango Celtic Festival. March 9-12, Durango will host this festival, and it’s sure to be a hit. In fact, the last couple of years they have actually sold out of weekend passes, so...
Live like you are dying?
Surprisingly, people ask me if I know when they or a loved one will die. I always give the same answer: Of course I know that! You’re gonna live right up until to the moment you die. And then they laugh — in relief because they didn’t really want to know. So it begs the question, why ask? Many people – many reasons. ******* If you know that you are going to die (which we all know is a fact of life), then why wait until...
Animas River Trail to Extend North
Construction on a two-year project to extend the Animas River Trail north to Oxbow Park and Preserve is expected to begin this spring. The project also includes a new footbridge over the Animas, a pedestrian overpass across 32nd Street, and a new sidewalk for the neighborhood north of 37th Street.
Finally, a Formal Housing Program
The City of Durango is developing a new comprehensive housing plan to address the city’s chronic housing shortage. City planners are seeking input from residents through an online survey to further guide the process.
Chocolate extraordinaire… “chocolate with a passion!”
Chocolate extraordinaire… YUM!! Animas Chocolate Company Not your average chocolate shop! It’s Chocolate with a passion! At least these chocolatiers are passionate about it! Some of you may know that I am a chocolate connoisseur so when we happened upon this little business, tucked sweetly into the the quaint and scenic Durango, you know I’d have to drop in. Walking through the door, we were promptly greeted...
Silverton Skijoring 2017
One of the most unique winter events in the area will be held in Silverton Colorado —the 8th Annual Silverton Skijoring Contest. On Saturday and Sunday, February 18th and 19th, 2017 – Silverton will be overtaken by horses, skiers, and riders. This amazing sport uses a horse and rider to pull a skier behind the horse, who holds on with a tow rope. Imagine waterskiing, but behind a horse and on top of snow! During the race, the...
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