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Huge Building Supply Yard Sale – Three Springs Plaza – Saturday June 22nd
This One Day Only sale benefits Home Builders Association of Southwest Colorado and Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County! Come early! Where: Three Springs Plaza When: Saturday, June 22, 2019 8AM-3PM Contact: Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County [email protected] 970-382-2215
Outdoor Movie Night – A DOG’S WAY HOME – Three Springs – Friday June 21st
Join us for a free movie under the stars at Three Springs! Movie starts at dusk which is between 8:30-9:00pm. Seating is first come, first serve basis. Blanket section and chair section available (you bring your own). A small concession stand will be serving popcorn, candy, soda, etc. *Bad weather may cause Three Springs to cancel this event. Please check our Facebook page for any cancellation notice* When: Friday, June 21, 2019...
Durango’s Newest Restaurants
New EATS in Town… Birds is now open at 2933 Main Avenue by owners of Steamworks and El Moro Chainless Brewing will open Durango’s bike-up brewery soon at 3000 Main Avenue Durango Coffee Co. will be reopening the coffeehouse soon at 730 Main Avenue Hermosa Coffee Roasters is now open at 738 Main Avenue BREAD Bakery is serving fresh-baked goodies downtown at 136 East 8th Street Primus restaurant (specializing in fresh seafood and wild...
Senior Property Tax Exemption
It’s the time of the year many are considering property taxes. One of the nuances of the state of Colorado is the senior property tax exemption, which is available for senior citizens and the surviving spouses of senior citizens. If you qualify, 50 percent of the first $200,000 in actual value of your primary residential property is exempted. This is a great benefit and one that can help senior citizens. Below are the basic...
Animas River Days
Saturday, June 1, Durango welcomes Animas River Days—a celebration of our beautiful Animas River and the life it brings to our community. The weekend is filled with fun river sports and events, for both participants and spectators. Santa Rita Park will offer food and activities, as well as a Ska Beer and Vodka Garden from noon through the rest of the day. Some of the events include: Kayak and Canoe Slalom, Downriver SUP Race, Raft...
A Unique Guide to Durango, Co
Float at Salt 360 I visited Salt 360 for the first time this week. As my first introduction to sensory deprivation tanks, I can say I am highly intrigued and satisfied. At the North end of Durango Salt 360 provides an escape from everyday reality. An entirely relaxing environment awaits you here. The attentive staff accompanies you through the process, which consists of showering, removing contacts and clothes (no bathing suit...
Tackling Bad Business Reviews: Can Your Business Recover From It?
The customers are the building block of any business’ success. Meeting their demands and keeping them satisfied with both the supplied goods and service provided is often at the forefront of any business’ strategy, especially in an ever-changing business environment as Durango. 2018 saw a handful of long-standing local businesses say goodbye to Durango, Colorado and a change in competition in the form of new companies. For those...
Stevia – Top 10 Health Benefits
Botanical Name: Stevia rebaudiana Family: Asteraceae Other Common Names: Sweetleaf, candy leaf, sugar leaf Parts Used: Leaves Actions: Anticancer, antidiabetic, antihypertensive, antimicrobial, diuretic, hepatoprotective Taste: Sweet, bitter (aftertaste) Plant Uses: While stevia is typically used as a sweetener, it also has antimicrobial and liver-protecting properties. As a consequence of replacing sugar with stevia, people may also...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Your Inner Voice
“The “Tiny Voice” in You Always Knows Which Way to Go.” – Bailey Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office. Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
48th Annual Iron Horse Bicycle Classic
It’s Memorial Day Weekend, and for locals in Durango, that means one thing: it’s time for The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. This year is the 48th Annual bike race, and the weekend (May 24-26) is full of activities. The featured race is from Durango to Silverton, heralding back to when one brother challenged another to race to Silverton: steam engine vs. bicycle. That first year, the biker beat the train, and started a trend that’s now...
Rocketry Team Qualifies for Nationals
A local rocketry team is in Washington, D.C., this week to competed on the National Team America Rocketry Challenge. Find out how the students were selected for the competition.
Healthy Living: Dietary Fat & Weight Loss
We’ve been told for years that fat is bad for us, but it turns out, that medical conclusion is based on faulty research. Dietary fat like bacon and butter can help you LOSE weight.
Fashion Forward Students Host Show
Durango High School students in the Fashion and Design class hit the runway last week with their creations. While they learned to design and sew, they learned so much more.
Steel Logs Forged for the Fireplace
A Hesperus craftsman custom designs steel logs for gas fire places. They don’t burn, but they look like they are. More importantly, they increase the heat output of your fireplace.
Grand Funk Railroad
Grand Funk Railroad • Saturday, June 15 Sky Ute Casino Resort Doors open at 7PM • Show starts at 8PM VIP $49 • Reserved $39 • GA $29
Creature Comforts Mutt n’ Strut Festival & 5K For Dogs
Date: June 22, 2019 Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Location: Base area – Purgatory Resort It’s Durango’s dog-friendliest event of the year! Come enjoy a day on the mountain with your best friend. We have a morning full of activities that you and your dog will love. Register Now! All of the following are included in your entry fee: 5k race: Your dog will love this 5k run along some of the most beautiful single-track trails...
How Are Property Taxes Determined?
It’s the time of year many of our clients inquire about property taxes and how they are figured. While this seems like a complicated formula, it’s fairly simple once you understand a few of the basics. In the state of Colorado, we have what is called the Gallagher Amendment, which basically divides the state’s total property taxes between residential and commercial properties. It states that 45% of the property taxes must be collected...
La Plata County CAR Numbers
This week, we have the latest real estate numbers for La Plata County for the month of April. The attached charts show a detailed breakdown of several market segments in La Plata County, showing La Plata County as a whole, Durango In-Town, Durango Rural, Bayfield In-Town, Bayfield Rural, Ignacio In-Town, Ignacio Rural, and Durango Mountain Area. These charts indicate the statistics and key metrics for single family homes and...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Self-Knowledge
“Self-Knowledge Is Worth More Than Personal Achievement.” – Bailey Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office. Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
This Is What Fish Oil Supplements Actually Do
Is fish oil really just snake oil? For centuries, humans have used fish oils, orally or topically, to treat a wide array of ailments, from aches and pains to rickets and gout. The popularity of this supplement has shifted over the years, as have its primary uses. But over the past couple of decades, the hype around fish oil has arguably reached an all-time high. According to National Institutes of Health statistics, in 2012, at least...
