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Durango Public Library Collecting Food Donations
Image:Durango Public Library Collecting Food Donations Durango, CO – People of all ages are invited to bring nonperishable food donations to Durango Public Library as part of the “Dream Big Food Drive” to benefit the Durango Food Bank. The food drive is part of the library’s annual summer reading program. The library has already collected more than 100 food items during the month of June, but hopes to reach a...
Local Residents Called to Contribute to Historic Cancer Research Effort
Image:Local Residents Called to Contribute to Historic Cancer Research Effort Community Involvement Can Answer Critical Questions about Cancer Causes, Prevention (Durango, CO) – (July 1, 2012) – Residents of La Plata County have an unprecedented opportunity to participate in a historic study that has the potential to change the face of cancer for future generations. Men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 who have...
Have You Registered Your Cell Phone or Internet Phone for Reverse 9-1-1 Notifications?
Image:Have You Registered Your Cell Phone or Internet Phone for Reverse 9-1-1 Notifications? Durango, CO – La Plata County’s emergency notification system (commonly referred to as “Reverse 9-1-1”) is used in emergencies by emergency responders to notify residents of incidents that may affect their homes or their safety. Now, residents may register up to five cell phones or VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol)...
LPEA to host lighting workshop in Pagosa Springs, July 12
Image:LPEA to host lighting workshop in Pagosa Springs, July 12 Free informational series to further energy efficiency lighting education Durango, CO – As part of its Free Information Series designed to help members “save their energy,” La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) will host “It’s All About Lights,” Thursday, July 12, 6 to 7 p.m. at the Ruby M. Sisson Memorial Library, 811 San Juan St.,...
LPEA offers rebate for purchase of LED light bulbs
Image:LPEA offers rebate for purchase of LED light bulbs Members can receive $10 per qualifying Energy Star® bulb purchased Durango, CO – La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is now offering rebates to its member/customers for purchase of energy efficient LED light bulbs. A $10 credit to a member’s active LPEA account will be entered for each purchase of a qualified Energy Star® bulb with a lumen output of 300 or...
A “Randy” Firkin to be tapped at Steamworks
Image:A “Randy” Firkin to be tapped at Steamworks Firkin Fridays continues at the brewpub on July 6, 3 p.m. Durango, CO – The brewdogs at Steamworks Brewing Co. were feeling the heat (and wafting sentimental about Austin Powers) and thus created the perfect lusty brew for July’s Firkin Friday, a “shandy-style” beer christened the Randy Firkin. Firkin Fridays continues at Steamworks on July 6, 2012,...
Start a Fire, Go to Jail, Be Sued
Image:Start a Fire, Go to Jail, Be Sued La Plata, CO – With new fires breaking out daily La Plata County Sheriff’s Office issued a word of caution: Anyone who decides to violate the well publicized Colorado Governor’s and La Plata County Commissioners’ bans on fires, including fireworks, could find themselves in jail. “At the least, people setting off fireworks will be issued a summons which carries a...
Summertime Adventures in Durango
Image:Summertime Adventures in Durango Full access to recreation and summer adventures Durango, CO – Durango is fortunate that our summer activities, travel and tourism businesses have not been affected by wildfires. It’s business as usual in the scenic Colorado mountain town. Durango offers cooler temperatures and plenty of water activities for a refreshing Colorado mountain vacation. Enjoy attractions like Mesa Verde...
Fort Lewis College hosting Future Leaders of Colorado summer program
Image:Fort Lewis College hosting Future Leaders of Colorado summer program Durango, CO – Fort Lewis College and the Boys and Girls Club of La Plata County are partnering to offer a three day summer 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 barriers for area youth...
City of Durango Cancels Fireworks Display
Image:City of Durango Cancels Fireworks Display Durango, CO – The City of Durango will cancel its annual Fourth of July fireworks display. The decision is consistent with other communities throughout the State and is in keeping with Governor Hickenlooper’s recent state wide fire ban. “We do not want to send a mixed message to the community,” stated City Manager Ron LeBlanc, “The Governor and local fire...
Fort Lewis College Pitch List
Image:Fort Lewis College Pitch List Durango, CO – Nation taking notice of Fort Lewis College’s environmental efforts Fort Lewis College has been actively improving its sustainability since becoming a charter signatory of the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment, in 2007. Since then, the colleges’ Sustainability Action Plan has led to the construction of “green” buildings,...
Community Concert Hall and Alpine Bank team up for summer concert series
Image:Community Concert Hall and Alpine Bank team up for summer concert series Buckley Park in Downtown Durango to be the venue for FREE Thursday evening shows Durango, CO – Alpine Bank of Durango and the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College have teamed up for a special free summer concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park. “Alpine Bank and Your Community Concert Hall present Concerts in the Park” on...
Riverhouse Children’s Center Receives Grant for Building Project
Image:Riverhouse Children’s Center Receives Grant for Building Project Riverhouse Children’s Center announced today that it has received a $40,000 grant from the Qualistar Colorado Capital Fund to support the building of a new operating facility on Florida Road. Riverhouse Children’s Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, child development center located in Durango, Colorado. The center’s mission is to provide...
Simple Touch Nooks Now Available at Durango Public Library
Image:Simple Touch Nooks Now Available at Durango Public Library Durango, CO – Thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Durango Public Library the Library now has 40 NOOK eReaders for check-out by library patrons. They are preloaded with titles on subjects like Best Sellers, Mystery Series, Business, Durango Literary Festival Authors, Children’s Interactive Books, Fiction and Nonfiction and more. The Nooks come...
Men’s Senior Softball Tournament, July 21-22
Image:Men’s Senior Softball Tournament, July 21-22 Durango, CO – Durango Parks and Recreation is excited to announce the inaugural Conrad Chavez – Senior Men’s Softball Tournament on July 21-22. Teams are guaranteed four slow-pitch games conducted by ASA rules, with some senior variations. Every player must be at least 50 years of age or older. Registrations received by July 12 can catch an early bird team...
Commuter Challenge Winners Announced
Image:Commuter Challenge Winners Announced 800 Durango business employees celebrate Clean Commute Week Durango, CO – The 6th Annual Trails 2000 Commuter Challenge winners were announced Friday night at Carver Brewing Company. Trails 2000 partners with the City of Durango on Clean Commute Week to encourage corporate participation in the week’s events. Clean Commute Week is an effort by the City of Durango to encourage a...
Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College announces 2012-2013 15th Anniversary Season
Image:Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College announces 2012-2013 15th Anniversary Season Durango, CO – Tickets for the 2012-2013 15th Anniversary Season at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College are set to go on sale on-line at www.durangoconcerts.com on Sunday, July 1, 2012, 9 a.m.. On Monday, July 2, tickets will be available on the web site, but also by phone at 970.247.7657, or in person at the Ticket Office...
Durango Featured on Colorado & Company
Image:Durango Featured on Colorado & Company Durango, CO – June 21, 2012 The Durango area was featured on NBC Channel 9 Colorado & Company. Mary Monroe, Executive Director of Trails 2000 and Doug Lyon, Mayor of Durango/Dean of Fort Lewis College School of Business Adminstration were our fantastic spokespeople. Colorado & Company airs across Colorado and reaches an average of 10,000 to 15,000 households in Denver...
LPEA board now accepting applications for a new Director in District 4
Image:LPEA board now accepting applications for a new Director in District 4 Director Pam Patton’s appointment to the PUC leaves vacancy Durango, CO – With La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Director Pam Patton’s appointment to the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC), LPEA has begun the process to find a replacement to fill her seat on the LPEA Board of Directors. Patton officially stepped down from the LPEA...
DAC’S Summer Theater Production: “Beehive, The ‘60’S Musical”
Pager item text :Durango Art CenterImage:Durango Art Center’s Summer Theater Production: “Beehive, The ‘60’S Musical” Durango, CO – Don’t miss the 1960’s summer extravaganza at the Durango Arts Center. Beehive the ‘60s Musical, by Larry Gallagher, will open Friday, June 15, and run Fridays and Saturdays, June 15 – September 1. Bring your families, lovers, and friends to a...
