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SASO to Host the Third Annual Collaborative Chef Showcase
Image:SASO to Host Third Annual Collaborative Chef Showcase Durango, CO – Sexual Assault Services Organization (SASO), is proud to present the Third annual Collaborative Chef’s Showcase, which will take place on November 10, 2011 at the Henry Strater Theatre. This year’s event features a 6 course meal paired with fine wines, and all proceeds will benefit Sexual Assault Services Organization. 2011 participating...
LPEA Quarterly Renewable Energy Generation meeting set for Nov. 3
Image:LPEA Quarterly Renewable Energy Generation meeting set for Nov. 3Progress of possible 4-5 megawatt solar garden on DOE property to be discussed DURANGO, Colo. – La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) representatives will provide an update on the progress of the possible 4-5 megawatt community solar garden in Ridges Basin (Bodo Canyon) at its quarterly Renewable Energy Generation meeting, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011, 9-10 a.m. The...
Second Regional Training for Peer Mentors in October
Image:Second Regional Training for Peer Mentors in October The second regional Peer Mentors training will take place on Sunday, October 23rd starting at 1:00 at the Mason Center in Durango. This program trains high school students who live with challenging health conditions to build communication and leadership skills so that they can be available to meet with other youth in the region with a similar diagnosis. This year’s peer...
Radon in the Home Community Meeting October 25th
Image:Radon in the Home Community Meeting October 25th There will be a community meeting on Radon in the Home at the Riverview Elementary School onTuesday, October 25 at 6:30 pm. San Juan Basin Health Department and Colorado State Extension office representatives will be there to present information and free radon home test kits. For more information, call Marian at 335-2055 or visit coloradoradon.info....
High school juniors invited to apply for Youth Tour to Washington D.C. La Plata Electric Association to hold informational reception Nov. 3
Image:High school juniors invited to apply for Youth Tour to Washington D.C. La Plata Electric Association to hold informational reception Nov. 3 DURANGO, Colo. – La Plata Electric Association (LPEA), in partnership with The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), is seeking high school juniors to be a part of the National Rural Electric Youth Tour to Washington D.C., set for June 14-21, 2012. Application...
OPEN HOUSE & PUBLIC HEARING NOVEMBER 2
Image:OPEN HOUSE & PUBLIC HEARING NOVEMBER 2 US 550 South Connection at US 160 in Grandview – Draft Document Now Available for Review and Comment LA PLATA COUNTY The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announce the release of an evaluation of the alternatives for a US 550 connection to US 160 in Grandview and request comments from the public. The Supplemental Draft...
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Hosts Peanuts™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express
Image:Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Hosts PeanutsTM The Great Pumpkin Patch Express Durango, CO – The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad begins service to The Great Pumpkin Patch on October 15, 2011. The train departs the Durango depot for a two and one-half hour round-trip adventure on October 15, 16, 22 & 23, 2011. Passengers will be greeted by Charlie Brown, Lucy and Snoopy upon arrival at the...
Fort Lewis College offering course in social work, psychology for community members
Image:Fort Lewis College offering course in social work, psychology for community members DURANGO – Interested in learning what social workers and counselors do? Considering a career that combines clinical and community theory and practice? Fort Lewis College is offering a course called “Introduction to Clinical Theories” during the Winter 2012 semester. The three-credit course will cover such topics as theories in...
Acoustic rock/reggae artist Trevor Hall to perform Oct. 29 Community Concert Hall show features special guest Cas Haley
Image:Acoustic rock/reggae artist Trevor Hall performs Community Concert Hall show features special guest Cas Haley DURANGO, Colo. – Trevor Hall, called a breath of fresh air in today’s music scene, comes to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College Saturday, Oct. 29, 2011, 7:30 p.m. Special guest Cas Haley will open the show.A singer/songwriter/guitarist, Trevor Hall embodies a soulfulness, depth and passion...
HAUNTED HOUSE MAKES FOR FRIGHT NIGHTS AT NEW MUSEUM Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum hosts Halloween Haunted House
Image:HAUNTED HOUSE MAKES FOR FRIGHT NIGHTS AT NEW MUSEUM Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum hosts Halloween Haunted House Ignacio, CO – Freak seekers have a treat waiting for them in a specially designed Haunted House at the new Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum, just in time for Halloween. Prepare to be scared in the Monster Room, Meat Cooler and Butcher Room created by Superior Exhibits & Design Inc. The...
ROCKY HORROR SHOW LIVE ON STAGE Takes a 50s Twist—at the Henry Strater Theatre October 27th, 28th & 29th
Image:ROCKY HORROR SHOW LIVE ON STAGE Takes a 50s Twist-at the Henry Strater TheatreOctober 27th, 28th & 29th Durango, Color. Once again the Henry Strater Theatre presents Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show: Live On Stage with an all-star local and out-of-town cast performing. This is the fourth year the Henry Strater Theatre has brought the Rocky Horror Show: Live On Stage to Durango. Performances will be held...
Déjà Vu – Ladies Barbershop Quartet vies for National Prize
Pager item text : Barbership Quartet Image: Summary: Colorado based Ladies Barbershop Quartet wins opportunity to compete in national singing competition! Déjà Vu – Ladies Barbershop Quartet vies for National Prize Deja Vu will represent Colorado in the national phase of the Sing! Competition, which was coordinated by Developers Diversified Realty, owner of thirteen properties nationwide. Aspen Grove Shopping Center in...
The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College welcomes Grammy/CMA award-winner Suzy Bogguss on Saturday, Oct. 22
Image:The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College welcomes Grammy/CMA award-winner Suzy Bogguss on Saturday, Oct. 22 DURANGO, Colo. – Suzy Bogguss, one of the most acclaimed female country singers touring today, returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 7:30 p.m.Bogguss remains a rare artist who continues to please fans and critics alike with her vocal style, musicianship and...
Artist Spots Available for 2012
Image:Artist Spots Available for 2012 Durango, CO: The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. The Recreation Center is currently accepting applications for artwork to display for December 2011 and for 2012 calendar year. Current openings for 2012 include the months of January, April,...
SOLAS show at Community Concert Hall CANCELLED Celtic-folk super group hopes to return to Durango in March 2012
Image:SOLAS show at Community Concert Hall CANCELLED Celtic-folk super group hopes to return to Durango in March 2012 DURANGO, Colo. – Due to weather complications in Denver, SOLAS, the Celtic-folk band scheduled to perform Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011, at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, is unable to get to Durango. The show has been CANCELLED.”We greatly regret any inconvenience this has caused to our...
LPEA wraps up Recharge Colorado “Main Street” lighting retrofit program
Image:LPEA wraps up Recharge Colorado “Main Street” lighting retrofit program Energy assessments, grants, rebates help small businesses save energy and dollars DURANGO, Colo. – The lights in some Durango businesses might be casting a brighter glow these days, but they’re using less energy, thanks to a partnership of La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) and the Governor’s Energy Office (GEO). By the end of...
La Plata Electric warns of potential impersonator Community members alerted to so-called LPEA employee telephoning late-night
Image:La Plata Electric warns of potential impersonator Community members alerted to so-called LPEA employee telephoning late-night DURANGO, Colo. – La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is asking local residents to be alert for an individual (or individuals) supposedly representing LPEA, placing late-night phone calls to homeowners to discuss “unusually high” electricity use at the location and warning of impending...
La Plata Electric Association continues tree trimming and removal
Image:La Plata Electric Association continues tree trimming and removal Crews working to prevent future outages from snow downing branches/trees DURANGO, Colo. – In advance of winter snow storms, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is continuing its routine maintenance of its lines, trimming and removing trees that pose a hazard to the electrical system.Crews will be working in the next two months, weather permitting, along CR...
Library Kicks Off 2011-12 Spoken Word Series
Image:Library Kicks Off 2011-12 Spoken Word Series Durango, CO: Henry James’ classic “The Turn of the Screw” will be the opening offering for the Durango Public Library’s 2010-2011 Spoken Word Series. Selections from the novel will be read by Alane Brown, Sari Ross, and Judy Hook, with background information on the author presented by Shaila VanSickle. The hour-long program begins at 7:00 p.m....
CHILI COOKERS NEEDED!!
Image:CHILI COOKERS NEEDED!! Pine River Community Learning Center’s annual fundraiser for Literacy, Learning and Lifework is coming soon!! The Chili Cookoff features three categories for entry, Traditional Red, Traditional Green and Alternative or Homestyle Chili ( which can include beans and other fillers). Once again this year, Lewis True Value Mercantile is donating the People’s Choice Grand Prize – a fabulous gas...
