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Durango Indoor Recreation Options Keep Residents Active
With winter in full force in Durango, many of us locals are trying to stay in shape and keep active to uphold our New Year’s Resolutions. Yet how does a person do that with snow outside? Of course, there are a ton of outdoor exercise options available, but we are also fortunate to have some state-of-the-art facilities that cater to indoor recreation. Summer and winter alike, these places stay busy and have options for everyone. The...
Steamworks: A Casual and Unique Durango Dining Experience
It’s no secret that Durango offers a multitude of restaurants. The variety and options make eating out in town an adventure, no matter what type of food you prefer! In addition, Durango has also seen extreme growth in the craft beer industry. So where can you combine these two items and have an all-around great meal? One of the popular options for locals and visitors alike is Steamworks Brewing Company. Located at 801 East Second...
Chamber Celebrates 100 Years
The secret’s out: a new speakeasy opens in town, but you still have to know the secret password to get in. Want to do something special for your valentine this year? We head to Blue Lake Ranch to find out about a great weekend getaway. And a barbershop quartet drops by the studio to promote their singing valentine program. These stories and more, on this edition of Durango TV News.
Public Projects Rankings
Better delayed than dead? Find out who decides when planes land at or leave the Durango La Plata County Airport. It’s not who you’d think… Find out how Durango makes all those “Best Of” lists and whether those awards make a difference in the number of travelers who visit Durango. And learn how to peel garlic the easy way with this edition of Chef’s Secrets, brought to you by the Durango Coffee...
Trail Magic – Crossing the Bridge
Seven years ago, I crossed the same bridge I stand upon now, both figuratively and literally. Looking back upon completing this circle 9000 miles from home, I realize this decision has been one of the most influential of my life. That being, to humbly submit myself to the unknown, and dance with it… Again, emphasizing the title of this series, “Trail Magic”… I’ve traveled through time, lost myself to the...
Chimney Rock’s Future
Purgatory Ski Resort opens for the season with 24 inches of snow on the ground…but when will the new high-speed chair at the Legends Lift 8 open for the season? Does the Durango-La Plata County Airport need a new name? The Airport Commission thinks so. What would you call it? And we re-introduce our cooking feature, Chef’s Secrets, hosted by the Durango Coffee Company and featuring Dave Cuntz, Owner and Executive Chef at...
New Owner Steps in as Purgatory Celebrates it’s 50th!
Durango Mountain Resort announces that James Coleman, a local Durango businessman, finalized the purchase of the resort operations (not the real estate) on February 25, 2015. In honor of Purgatory’s 50th anniversary (resort was founded in 1965), Coleman will re-launch the popular “retro” logo with the red and white inverted triangles. Coleman grew up skiing at Purgatory. Coleman’s resort portfolio includes four southwest ski areas: ...
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics. ALL DRESSED UP: Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame. Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and Trick-or-Treat bags for...
That’s Durango! Finding a Way to Change the Reputation of a Small Town
Everyone was late all the time. Kelly Spitzer, a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker, started showing houses in Durango and many of her potential clients would arrive up to 45 minutes late. “I was talking to people about that, and they said, oh that’s Durango,” explained Kelly. “I said no, that’s just rude. We all have busy lives, and I can’t just wait 45 minutes for people to show up.” After hearing about similar experiences with...
Fall Colors in the San Juan Mountains
Colorado is home to four pronounced seasons. Across the San Juan Mountains, fall is settling in. The ever shortening days, paired with fresh winter storm systems create prime conditions for the fall color change, which peaks mid-September through mid-October (depending on the year). The color change is a spectacular event only offered for a 3-4 week window in which the deciduous trees in the area (Gamble Oaks, Aspens, and riparian...
Local Music Producer Tributes the Animas – “Orange River”
“Orange River” – The Chava People “I recorded this song because of the lack of oversight that was going on…”, states songwriter and producer, James Mirabal. “When all that mine waste rushed into the Animas I was really shocked and confused. Then I felt mislead and then finally angry… because this could have been prevented…” Soulful and lamenting notes pierce this hard and...
Rainbows are everywhere in Durango!!
I love Durango. Rainbows are everywhere. When I first moved here I found a double rainbow in the first hour! And this week alone I have seen two different rainbows on two different days… and a double rainbow graced the skies and filled up Durango just yesterday! So keep a good eye out… the rainbows of Durango may be stalking you! post by Sam Rose Visit Sam on his Great Dane website: ROSEDANES.com ...
New Chairlift Under Construction
Helicopters placed new towers for a high-speed quad that will carry passengers from the bottom of Lift 8 to the top in about 5 minutes! . . . It’s Countdown to Snowdown . . . What will you wear for this year’s ‘Back to the Eighties’ theme? . . . And it’s not too late to catch the changing fall colors . . . Find out where . . . in this edition of Durango TV News.
The Season is Changing
“The season is changing. Animas Valley. Miles out. 600mm lens from my place–” Rich Fletcher Photo provided by local photographer and videographer, Rich Fletcher
Media Mayhem over the Animas River?
Millions watched as the Animas River turned orange from a Silverton mine spill earlier this month, but few saw the Animas recover. Was the massive media barrage more toxic to Durango’s future than the spill itself? A Fort Lewis College program that helps students obtain degrees in science, technology, engineering or math received a five-year million-dollar grant to keep the program going. And learn about the assistance programs...
Animas on the Mend?
The Animas River appears to be on the mend after the accidental release of of toxic water from the Gold King Mine near Silverton. But what happens next? With all the local breweries in the area, scientists at the Old Fort Farm in Hesperus hope to find a strain of hops to create a new cash crop for local farmers. And find out who’s coming to the Fort Lewis College Concert Hall. These stories and more with Ashley Dickson!
Hiking Blind on the Colorado Trail
A blind hiker completes the Colorado Trail with his seeing-eye dog, Tenille. Find out how a local volunteer group helped him on his journey . . . A little Mancos brewery is creating a big splash with the town’s first-ever brewfest . . . And meet the new head-of-school at Animas High School. Watch these stories and more with news anchor Ashley Dickson!
Colorado’s Rainbow Trout Comeback
Colorado trout populations recover from whirling disease, but why are rainbow trout declining in the Animas River? Will a Superfund designation help speed reclamation of mines and reduce pollution int he Animas River near Silverton? And a Durango grandmother takes on a healthier skat e park with Thrasher Thursdays. Join Ashley Dickson for this edition of Durango TV News!
The Future of North Main
City of Durango officials hope to make North Main Avenue more pedestrian and bicycle friendly.
Camping Ban
Squatters living illegally on public lands have forced the San Juan National Forest and Bureau of Land Management to ban camping in several areas around Durango.
