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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...
La Plata County Seeks Volunteers to Serve on Citizens Working Group for the Comprehensive Plan Update
Image:La Plata County Seeks Volunteers to Serve on Citizens Working Group for the Comprehensive Plan Update La Plata County began a Comprehensive Plan Update process in July 2009. Since that time, there has been a citizen group of approximately 16 members working together to help guide the Comprehensive Planning process. As the process enters the final phase, the need has been identified to slightly expand the Working Group...
ANIMAS VALLEY ELEMENTARY RECEIVES DISTINCTION AS “HEALTH CHAMPION”
Image:ANIMAS VALLEY ELEMENTARY RECEIVES DISTINCTION AS “HEALTH CHAMPION” Special Recognition To Take Place In Denver On November 9, 2010 The Colorado Department of Education (“CDE”) has recognized Animas Valley Elementary School as one of five schools in Colorado to receive the designation as a “Healthy School Champion.” The CDE, in acknowledging that there are many exemplary things happening in...
John Oates, of the famed pop duo Hall & Oates takes the stage at the Community Concert Hall, Nov. 13
Pager item text :John OatesImage:John Oates, of the famed pop duo Hall & Oates takes the stage at the Community Concert Hall, Nov. 13 Singer/songwriter and guitarist John Oates, perhaps best known as one half of the successful ’70s pop duo Hall & Oates, brings his acoustic, stripped down sound to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Saturday, Nov. 13, 7 p.m. Oates launched his successful solo career...
ROGER CLYNE & THE PEACEMAKERS with Special Guest D.L. Marble
Pager item text : ROGER CLYNE & THE PEACEMAKERSImage:ROGER CLYNE & THE PEACEMAKERS with Special Guest D.L. Marble ABBEY POWER HOUR $1 PBRS WHEN DOORS OPEN TIL THE SHOW STARTS Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers play the Abbey Theatre Nov. 20th Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers have not only redefined what mainstream radio would have the public believe is “popular,” but they have rewritten the rules on...
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Local Appreciation Train Tickets Now Available
Image:Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Local Appreciation Train Tickets Now Available The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is offering its Local Appreciation fares to ride the Cascade Canyon Winter Train from November 28 – December 17, 2010 on days of operation. This offer is available to residents in Colorado counties: Archuleta, Dolores, San Juan, La Plata, San Miguel, Ouray, and Montezuma; San...
Gear Up for Ski and Snowboard Season
Snow is coming. So are about 1,000 different kinds of skis from over twenty manufactures. It’s time to ask those questions: Do I really need to replace my skis this year? What kind should I buy? How much is that going to cost? Demoing is obviously the best way to answer questions of fit and ride, but it’s not always a possible option. We’ve found a few sites that offer great reviews and guidance on ski selection....
Check Out What’s New at Durango Mountain Resort for the 2010 – 2011 Ski Season
Recent weather systems have Purgatory off to a good start for Winter 2010-2011 With four inches of snow, plus ground-saturating rain from recent storms, Durango Mountain Resort is on track to make its projected Thanksgiving opening date of November 25. Very cold weather is on tap for this week to provide a deep ground freeze for the start of snowmaking operations on Monday, November 1.“The recent storm systems dropped a...
Durango Business Improvement District renewed for 15 years
Image:Majority of BID constituents vote to approve 2-mill levy Following a tally of constituents’ votes on Nov. 2, 2010, the mill levy that funds the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) has been renewed at 2 mills for a period of 15 years. In the special district election, 356 constituents cast ballots, with 246 (69 percent) voting in favor of the mill levy renewal, and 110 (31 percent) voting against....
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