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Journey of Hope
Pager item text :Three SpringsImage:Journey of Hope October 5th, 2013 Mercy Health Foundation, Three Springs: Journey of Hope is an annual 5K run/walk fundraiser event that raises funds for the prevention and treatment of breast cancer. Mercy Health Foundation hosts this event in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For information on next year’s event and other Mercy Health Foundation events visit them:...
Fort Lewis College’s new school year begins with Fall Convocation
Image:Fort Lewis College’s new school year begins with Fall Convocation Durango, CO – Fall Convocation, the official kick off of the new school year at Fort Lewis College, will take place on Friday, August 30 at 4 p.m. in Whalen Gym. FLC President Dene Thomas will give the Convocation Address. Fall Convocation is a tradition that brings the incoming freshman class and transfer students, along with their families, together...
La Plata Electric Association welcomes two new Journeyman Linemen
Pager item text :LPEA Image:La Plata Electric Association welcomes two new Journeyman Linemen Veteran industry professionals join crews in Durango and Pagosa Springs Durango, CO – Veteran Journeyman Linemen Bill Holtsford and Gregg Smith have joined the Operations team at La Plata Electric Association (LPEA). In the electric utility industry, linemen are responsible for constructing and maintaining electric power transmission...
Community Concert Hall to host second season of The Met: Live in HD
Pager item text :The Met: Live in HD 2013-14Image:Community Concert Hall to host second season of The Met: Live in HD Metropolitan Opera performances transmitted live in High-Definition to FLC campus Durango, CO – Following a successful inaugural season, the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College will once again partner with The Metropolitan Opera to screen performances of The Met: Live in HD during the opera’s...
D&SNGRR Railfest August 15-29, 2013
Pager item text : Railfest Image: Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Rairoad’s Railfest will be August 15-19, 2013 “Legend and History” Durango, CO – True West Railfest is the perfect mix of legend and history. “History may be a compilation of words, objects, and the processes, but it translates into the human character traits of strength, courage, creativity, perseverance, morality, and the ability to...
Studies indicate Four Corners Motorcycle Rally to boost local economy
Pager item text :Durango BIDImage:Studies indicate Four Corners Motorcycle Rally to boost local economy Motorcycle tourism growing worldwide; communities seizing opportunities DURANGO, Colo. – There’s a well-warn cliché in Durango, uttered when the signature whistle of the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad interrupts conversations as it moves through Downtown: “That’s the sound of...
An Imperial IPA taken to the next level at Firkin Friday Steamworks Brewing Co.
Image:An Imperial IPA taken to the next level at Firkin Friday Steamworks Brewing Co. taps specialty beer at the brewpub on Aug. 2, 3 p.m. Durango, CO – Firkin Fridays continues at Steamworks Brewing Co. with the monthly “firkin” tapping Friday, Aug. 2, 2013, featuring a special West Elk IPA. The cask will be tapped at 3 p.m. For the West Elk IPA, Steamworks Brew Master and Certified Cicerone® Ken Martin has...
Leadership La Plata announces 2013-2014 Class
Image:Leadership La Plata announces 2013-2014 Class Durango, CO – Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced its new class for 2013-2014. Eighteen were selected from a highly qualified field of dynamic individuals. New class members include Amber Beye (community organizer, San Juan Basin Health); Chester Brandt...
Last Plaza Pic of the summer at Three Springs!
Pager item text :Back to the Future Image:Last Plaza Pic of the summer at Three Springs! Back To The Future, PG Come early for a seat and enjoy the Three Springs Car Show! Free movie starts at Dusk! When:Friday, August 2nd 2013 Where:Three Springs Plaza Contact:Three [email protected]
Much-anticipated El Moro Spirits and Tavern set to open July 25
Pager item text :El Moro Spirits and TavernImage:Much-anticipated El Moro Spirits and Tavern set to open July 25 Unique new restaurant capitalizes on Durango’s heritage and cutting-edge cuisine Durango, CO – The much-anticipated new Durango eatery, El Moro Spirits and Tavern at 945 Main Ave., Downtown Durango, is set to open to the public for lunch and dinner, and weekend brunch, on Thursday, July 25, 2013. Embracing...
Motorcycle Mania in Southwestern Colorado
Pager item text :Four Corners Motorcycle RallyImage:Motorcycle Mania in Southwestern Colorado Four Corners Motorcycle Rally draws motorcycle riders to Durango Durango, CO – The breathtaking landscape of Southwestern Colorado beckons many a motorcyclist to escape and enjoy the perfect mix of scenic beauty, high-mountain lakes, national parks and monuments, curves and wide open stretches to release your bike for some of the best...
FLC and Boys & Girls Club joining forces for future college students
Image:FLC and Boys & Girls Club joining forces for future college students Durango, CO – Fort Lewis College and the Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County are coming together for a second summer to offer a three-day program for local high school youth. Sponsored by funding from the US Department of Education, the Future Leaders of Colorado @ Fort Lewis College Summer Program is designed to encourage confidence and reduce...
Community entities step up to “Sock It To Me” for firefighters
Pager item text :Support Our Firefighters Image:Community entities step up to “Sock It To Me” for firefighters BID, DATO, Chamber, DMR, Concert Hall and local merchants encourage purchase of SOCKS Durango, CO – As dry weather persists and wildfires continue to dot the region, Durango entities are partnering to “Sock It To Me” – an effort to support local and regional firefighters with donations of,...
Enjoy a FREE outdoor movie night at Three Springs!
Pager item text :The Lorax at Three SpringsImage:Enjoy a FREE outdoor movie night at Three Springs! Games and bouncy house start at 7pm and movie starts at dusk! When: Friday, July 12th 2013Where: Three Springs Plaza Contact:Three [email protected]
BID to host Coffee & Conversation on July 18 and 25
Image:BID to host Coffee & Conversation on July 18 and 25 Meetings are an opportunity for constituents to contribute ideas, learn plans Durango, CO – In an effort to gather new ideas and learn of challenges, as well as get to know the constituents of the Durango Business Improvement District (BID), the BID Coffee & Conversation (BCC) will continue in July. Up-coming get-togethers are set for Thursday, July 18 at Steaming...
Brandon Little named new LPEA Voelker Memorial Scholarship winner
Image:Brandon Little named new LPEA Voelker Memorial Scholarship winner Scholarship awarded for vocational, technical school or junior college education Durango, CO – Brandon Little, a graduate of Durango High School, is a new recipient of the John Voelker Memorial Scholarship presented by La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) for vocational, technical school or junior college education. LPEA’s John Voelker Memorial...
“Concerts in the Park” kicks off July 11 with Elder Grown
Pager item text :Elder GrownImage:”Concerts in the Park” kicks off July 11 with Elder Grown Community Concert Hall and Alpine Bank offer free summer concert series in Buckley Park Durango, CO – Rock band Elder Grown will kick off the Alpine Bank-Community Concert Hall “Concerts in the Park” series on Thursday, July 11, 2013 at Durango’s Buckley Park, 5 to 7:30 p.m. Alpine Bank of Durango and the...
Sorrel Sky Gallery Recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores
Pager item text :Sorrel Art GalleryImage:Sorrel Sky Gallery Recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores Durango, CO – Sorrel Sky Gallery has recently been recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores by JCK, the leading international jewelry trade show and magazine. The prestigious award is given once a year in Las Vegas, NV to “retail stores who have exceeded the standards of...
Sorrel Sky Gallery Recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores
Pager item text :Sorrel Art GalleryImage:Sorrel Sky Gallery Recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores Durango, CO – Sorrel Sky Gallery has recently been recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores by JCK, the leading international jewelry trade show and magazine. The prestigious award is given once a year in Las Vegas, NV to “retail stores who have exceeded the standards of...
Summer concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park returns
Image:Summer concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park returnsCommunity Concert Hall and Alpine Bank team up for FREE Thursday evening shows Durango, CO- Given the success of the inaugural 2012 series, Alpine Bank of Durango and the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College have once again teamed up to present a special free summer concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park.”Alpine Bank and Your Community Concert...
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