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9-R News Briefs January 2011
Image: 9-R NEWS BRIEFS – January 14, 2011 THE BOARD OF EDUCATION The next regular School Board Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 18, 2011, at 5:00 p.m., in the 9-R Board Room in the Administration Building. All are welcome. ==================================================== ANIMAS VALLEY ELEMENTARY Huskies of the Week (for Inquisitve and Open-Mindedness) · Second Grade – Ava Watson · Third Grade...
County Commissioner Kellie Hotter Appointed to Serve on the Colorado Workforce Development Council
Image:County Commissioner Kellie Hotter Appointed to Serve on the Colorado Workforce Development Council La Plata County Commissioner Kellie Hotter was recently appointed by outgoing Governor Bill Ritter, Jr. to serve on the Colorado Workforce Development Council. The Colorado Workforce Development Council (CWDC) advises the Governor and the Colorado Legislature on policy matters related to all programs and activities funded by...
SNOWDOWN MONSTER WHOMP PARTY With KRADDY J. Wail feat. Chuck Morris
Pager item text : Kraddy Image: SNOWDOWN MONSTER WHOMP PARTY With KRADDY J. Wail feat. Chuck Morris Known for his intuitive ability to carve beats out of the bits, Kraddy has made a name for himself internationally as a producer and a DJ. His releases on Muti Music, Bless Records, Blunted Funk, Digital Distortions and his own label, Refiner Records have set him apart as a producer with a truly extra-ordinary sound....
SNOWDOWN MONSTER WHOMP PARTY With KRADDY J. Wail feat. Chuck Morris
Image: SNOWDOWN MONSTER WHOMP PARTY With KRADDY J. Wail feat. Chuck Morris Known for his intuitive ability to carve beats out of the bits, Kraddy has made a name for himself internationally as a producer and a DJ. His releases on Muti Music, Bless Records, Blunted Funk, Digital Distortions and his own label, Refiner Records have set him apart as a producer with a truly extra-ordinary sound. Kraddy’s unique tweak has taken...
The acclaimed Ailey II dance company returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Feb. 1
Pager item text :Ailey Dance CompanyImage:The acclaimed Ailey II dance company returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Feb. 1 Ailey II, the highly-acclaimed dance company that continues to invigorate the American dance scene, returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Tuesday, Feb. 1, 7 p.m. Ailey II merges the spirit and energy of the country’s best young talent with the passion and...
DURANGO MOUNTAIN RESORT REAPS REWARDS OF EPIC STORM
Pager item text :Durango Mountain ResortImage: DURANGO MOUNTAIN RESORT REAPS REWARDS OF EPIC STORM41″ already and up to 36″ addition in forecast Durango, Colorado – December 21, 2010 (3pm MST). The storm of epic proportions, forecast to hit the San Juan Mountains, has delivered 41″ of new snow and continues to pound Durango Mountain Resort with snow falling at the rate of 1-2″ an hour. “I have...
Celebrate the New Year at First Night Durango
Pager item text :New Year’s EveImage:Celebrate the New Year at First Night Durango First-ever downtown New Year’s Eve celebration set for December 31st Durango, Color. – Eco Logic Events in partnership with the City of Durango, Downtown Business Improvement District, Durango Chamber of Commerce and Durango Area Tourism Office is excited to introduce the first annual First Night Durango, a New Year’s Eve...
Snow Falling on The San Juans… Adventure Is On
The San Juan Mountains are ideal for winter escapades: snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, and snowmobiling. Hundreds of miles of great trails weave in and out of the San Juan Mountains making any trip out on a wintery day in Durango exhilierating. Make memories this year. Treat yourself and your family to a scenic train ride to Cascade Creek on the infamous Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. The fun doesn’t...
John Brown’s Body plays Abbey Theatre Friday, Jan. 11
Pager item text :John Brown’s BodyImage:John Brown’s Body plays Abbey Theatre Friday, Jan. 11 Doors @ 9PMReggae / Jam / FunkAll Ages20$/25$Tickets Available @ www.abbeytheatre.comDRINK SPECIAL – ONE DOLLAR PBR UNTIL BAND STARTS!! John Brown’s Body’s “Future Roots” uses reggae as a foundation, but incorporates dub, drum and bass, and electro to create a sound both timeless and forward....
Head for the Hills plays Abbey Theatre Friday, Dec. 10
Pager item text : Head for the Hills Image: Head for the Hills plays Abbey Theatre Friday, Dec. 10 Tickets are available online at www.abbeytheatre.com DRINK SPECIAL – 1$ PBR UNTIL THE BAND STARTS!! Rooted in the tradition of bluegrass, the music of Head for the Hills is a vibrant mixture of homegrown compositions, traditional harmonies, and an innovative approach to improvisation. The group’s lyrical nature and...
FINANCIAL REPORTING AWARDED TO LA PLATA COUNTY
Image:CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT FOR EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL REPORTING AWARDED TO LA PLATA COUNTY The certificate of achievement for excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to La Plata County by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada for the County’s 2009 comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in...
COUNTY OFFERS INFORMATION ON SNOW REMOVAL AND DRIVING SAFETY
Image:COUNTY OFFERS INFORMATION ON SNOW REMOVAL AND DRIVING SAFETY During the winter months, snow removal is the primary responsibility of the La Plata County Road and Bridge Department. To keep over 600 miles of county roads clear, County Road and Bridge crews drive in excess of 1,500 miles for every winter snow storm. (This does not include state highways, such as 160, 550, 140 and 172, any roads within...
CDOT to install signal back-up system US 160 & SH 3 intersection
Image:CDOT to install signal back-up system US 160 & SH 3 intersection Power out at intersection for several hours Sunday morning The Colorado Department of Transportation will be installing a battery back-up system in the control cabinet of the traffic signal at the intersection of US 160/550 and SH 3 this Sunday morning. This system will allow the signal to run for approximately two hours without utility power, and...
Public Meetings About the Animas River Trail North Extension
Image:Public Meetings About the Animas River Trail North Extension Because of continued community interest in the extension of the Animas River Trail north from 32nd Street to the northern City limits, the City is sponsoring a series of public meetings. Updated information will be posted on the City website at www.durangogov.org and can be accessed by clicking on Animas River Trail North Extension under “Items of...
Snowmaking Begins at Chapman Hill
Image:Snowmaking Begins at Chapman Hill Durango Parks and Recreation Department will start snowmaking operations on the ski hill at Chapman Hill in preparation for this winter’s ski/snowboard season. City staff will be testing and operating the equipment starting Monday, December 6 and will be making snow for as many hours as possible each day as the weather permits. At least a foot of snow is needed for the...
The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College welcomes international Israeli superstar David Broza, Dec. 17
Pager item text :David BrozaImage:The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College welcomes international Israeli superstar David Broza, Dec. 17 Considered one of the most dynamic and vibrant international performers touring today, Israeli superstar David Broza is set to perform at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Friday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. In his music,...
The Wailers, with special guest Tomorrows Bad Seed, added to Community Concert Hall Winter/Spring Performing Arts Series
Pager item text :The WailersImage:The Wailers, with special guest Tomorrows Bad Seed, added to Community Concert Hall Winter/Spring Performing Arts Series DURANGO, Colo. – Reggae will come to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, as The Wailers and special guest Tomorrows Bad Seed have been added to the Winter/Spring Performing Arts Series....
Bar-D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Dec. 16
Pager item text :Bar-D WranglersImage:Bar-D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Dec. 16 DURANGO, Colo. – Durango’s much-beloved cowboy crooners come off the Bar-D and step on to the stage at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College for the Bar-D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee, Thursday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m....
WHOLISTIC FITNESS- Available Now in Durango
By Brenda Armstrong Perhaps you’ve never heard the term “Wholistic FitnessTM” Yes, you’ve heard of Holistic Living and possibly you even identify with the tenents of such a lifestyle: living in balance with ourselves and our environment. Simply put, if you expand the concept of “living in balance with ourselves,” you get “Wholistic FitnessTM,” or the art of balancing exercise, yoga,...
HOLiDAZZLE to put the “Dazzle” in Historic Downtown Durango
HOLiDAZZLE to put the “Dazzle” in Historic Downtown Durango BID marketing program designed to boost revenues during the holidays More than 30 events or activities will be part of the sixth annual HOLiDAZZLE, the community celebration organized by the Durango Business Improvement District (BID), with support of the City of Durango and Durango Area Tourism Office, to encourage locals and visitors alike to make merry...
