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Public Invited to Attend Testing and Certification of Voting Equipment
Image:Public Invited to Attend Testing and Certificationof Voting Equipment Durango, CO – Pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes 1-7-509 (2) (a) and (b), the La Plata County Elections Department invites the public to attend and observe as staff conducts a logic and accuracy test and certification process of the voting equipment for the November 1, 2011 Coordinated Election. The test will take place at the La Plata County...
It’s that Leaf Peeping Time of Year!
Image:It’s that Leaf Peeping Time of Year! With the weather getting a bit cooler and the leaves starting to change, now is the perfect time to check out the high country. The San Juan Skyway, a national scenic byway and designated “All American Road,” should be on your bucket list of scenic drives to take in late September/early October! This panoramic loop takes you along Highway 550 from Durango to Silverton, over...
Durango Colorado – the Next Big Thing
Pager item text :Durango is Next Big ThingImage:Durango Colorado listed In October 2011 Issue of Outside Magazine as “the Next Big Thing” The October 2011 issue of Outside Magazine listed Durango as one of the top 21 best towns of 2011. The article stated, “Think of it as a border town. It has Southwest underpinnings—Mesa Verde National Park is only 47 miles to the west—but because it sits in the lush...
Fuel Tanker Rollover on Hwy 550 Shuts Down Traffic last Friday
Pager item text :Hwy 550 Tanker SpillImage:Fuel Tanker Rollover on Hwy 550 Shuts Down Traffic last Friday U.S. Highway 550 remained closed for several hours on Friday, September 16th after the fatal fuel tanker roll over, 1/10 of a mile north of the Colorado/New Mexico state line. After several hours of cleanup, the highway was reopened at 8pm on Friday evening. The Colorado State Patrol reported that twenty-four-year-old Ruben...
Experience La Plata County History at the Animas Museum of Durango
Pager item text :Animas MuseumImage:Experience La Plata County History at the Animas Museum of Durango Carolyn Bowra tells tales out of school. Well, out of a school, actually. The Historic Animas City School to be specific. Bowra, the Director of the Animas Museum, housed in the old school, is passionate about the history and culture of La Plata County and even more passionate about sharing it with locals and heritage tourists. Bowra...
Film shoot to help bring “Extreme Makeover-Home Edition” to Durango set for Sept. 30
Pager item text : Extreme Makeover to Durango Image: Film shoot to help bring “Extreme Makeover-Home Edition” to Durango set for Sept. 30 Entire community invited to participate in application video “shout-out” on Main Ave. The entire community is invited to participate in the filming of the application video to encourage “Extreme Makeover – Home Edition” to come to Durango and rebuild Annie’s Orphans, the non-profit sanctuary...
Free Pool Party!
Image:Free Pool Party! Durango, CO: The Durango Community Recreation Center will host a pool party for the community this Friday, September 16 from 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. The public is invited to the Recreation Center to swim and play on the newly installed teeter-totter, spraying clam, water cannons and giant castle. The giant castle features two slides, water cannons, and a dumping bucket. Random giveaways...
Treasurer’s Office to be Closed from September 26 through September 30, 2011 for Training
Image:Treasurer’s Office to be Closed from September 26 through September 30, 2011 for Training Durango, CO – The La Plata County Treasurer’s Office is transitioning to an updated and more robust version of their computer system which will require extensive re-training of staff. The La Plata County Treasurer’s Office will be closed to the public from Monday, September 26 through Friday, September 30, 2011...
Schedule for City Parks Fertilization and Weed Abatement
Image:Schedule for City Parks Fertilization and Weed Abatement Durango, CO: The City of Durango has contracted with Scott’s Pro Lawn for spring turf fertilization and broad leaf weed abatement. The fertilizer used is “Pro-Lawn Liquid” and the week control is “Vessel Broad-Leaf”. This spraying is conducted to improve the quality of the City’s park system. Wednesday September 14, 2010...
See the Spectacular Seuss Surprises this Saturday at the Library
Image:See the Spectacular Seuss Surprises this Saturday at the Library Durango, CO: On Saturday, September 17, Durango Public Library will play host to a Dr. Seuss related happening so spectacular that the details are top secret! Starting around 2:30 pm, library visitors of all ages will be wowed by a Seuss surprise. This event is a preview of the community-wide “Seuss on the Loose” celebration that will run from...
Energy Rebate Funds Still Available for a Limited Time
Image:Energy Rebate Funds Still Available for a Limited Time Southwest Colorado: With colder temperatures come increased energy use and the Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency (4CORE) would like to take this opportunity to inform you about rebates that could be available for energy-saving and renewable energy projects at your home or business.The Governor’s Energy Office (GEO) is currently offering rebates through the...
Walk of Fame Artists Announced Second Annual Event Durango Independent Film Festival Fundraiser To Be Held Saturday, September 24, 2011
Walk of Fame Artists Announced Second Annual Event Durango Independent Film Festival Fundraiser To Be Held Saturday, September 24, 2011 Durango, CO -The Durango Independent Film Festival’s popular fundraiser, themed the Walk of Fame, will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2011. This multiple venue event features guided tours to three locations and culminates with a unique Live Auction dubbed Let’s Make A Reel. ...
2nd Annual TOP Event
Image:2nd Annual TOP Event Durango, CO – New Face Productions will host the second annual TOP event on Friday, September 23, 2011 at the Durango Arts Center (DAC). TOP is a juried garment design exhibition and auction fundraiser to support adult programs at DAC. In early summer, artists were provided with a stylish, high-quality t-shirt and invited to refashion it with their own innovative, original design. This year an...
“10-Minute Play Festival” will be on stage at the Durango Arts Center
Image:”10-Minute Play Festival” will be on stage at the Durango Arts Center Durango Arts Center and Durango Lively Arts Company will present the winners of the 2011 DAC 10-Minute Play Contest on Friday, September 16 and Saturday, September 17 at 7:30 p.m. The “10-Minute Play Festival” will be on stage at the Durango Arts Center, corner of 8th Street and East 2nd Avenue. All tickets are...
Low Cost Pneumonia Shots Available
Image:Low Cost Pneumonia Shots Available Low cost pneumonia shots are available for a limited time at San Juan Basin Health’s immunization clinic. Certain people are more likely to become ill with pneumonia. This includes adults 65 years of age or older and children less than 5 years of age. People up through 64 years of age who have underlying medical conditions (like diabetes or HIV/AIDS) and people 19 through 64 who smoke...
COUNTY FIRE BAN LIFTED
Image: COUNTY FIRE BAN LIFTED Durango, CO – Upon the recommendation of Sheriff Duke Schirard and the local fire chiefs, the La Plata County Board of County Commissioners lifted the fire ban for Zone 1 of La Plata County which includes all private lands in the unincorporated areas of La Plata County located south of US Highway 160, excluding those private lands in the town of Bayfield, Ignacio, Durango or any State, Federal...
The Art of Wine, Friday evening, September 16th
Image:The Art of Wine, Friday evening, September 16th Friends of Mountain Middle School present The Art of Wine, Friday evening, September 16th at the Main Mall center atrium from 6-8 as part of the Durango Showcase of the Arts. The evening includes a wine tasting and silent auction bidding on original artwork and four custom wine barrel creations by local artists. Tickets are $25, and can be purchased at...
Proceeds from Steamworks-Animas Valley Half Marathon and beer sales yield more than $3,300 for Marc Witkes Memorial Scholarship
Image:Proceeds from Steamworks-Animas Valley Half Marathon and beer sales yield more than $3,300 for Marc Witkes Memorial Scholarship DURANGO, Colo. – In memory of Marc Witkes, long-time Durango resident and distance runner who was a figurehead for the sport locally, Steamworks Brewing Co. and Star Liquors have announced a joint donation of $3360.91 to the Marc Witkes Memorial Scholarship at Fort Lewis College. Funds were raised...
Fort Lewis College planning events to mark the 10th anniversary of 9/11
Image:Fort Lewis College planning events to mark the 10th anniversary of 9/11 DURANGO – Fort Lewis College will commemorate the 10th anniversary of the September 11th attacks with two special events. First, the FLC Republicans and the FLC American Indian Business Leaders will create a memorial display out of American flags at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, September 9. The flags will honor those killed in the attacks on the...
Community Concert Hall welcomes the return of Sam Bush, Sept. 18
Image:Community Concert Hall welcomes the return of Sam Bush, Sept. 18 “One of Austin’s most interesting new bands” The Trishas opens the show DURANGO, Colo. – The Sam Bush Band returns to Durango and the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011, for a 7:30 p.m. show, with special guest, Austin-based band The Trishas. A perennial Durango favorite, Sam Bush is revered for extending...
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