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Robinson promoted at LPEA
August 27, 2014 NEWS For further information contact: Steve Gregg, 970.382.3531 Darrick Robinson, 970.382.3552 Robinson named LPEA Superintendent, System Operations Journeyman Lineman, dispatcher promoted to newly created position DURANGO, Colo. – Darrick Robinson has been promoted to Superintendent, System Operations at La Plata Electric Association (LPEA). In his new position – a newly established position at LPEA – Robinson will...
Inside Durango News 08-28-14
Find out when you can take a tour of the iconic Jakeway House at 11th Street and Third Avenue . . . Are the trees in town turning yellow earlier than normal this fall? And cowboy poetry returns to Durango. Watch these stories and more, along with interviews with Fort Lewis College President Dene Kay Thomas and Athletic Director Gary Hunter, on this edition of Inside Durango News, coming to you from KDUR Community Radio on the Fort...
Inside Durango News 08-28-14
Ice bucket mania hits Durango businesses . . . Durango honors fallen heroes from the 1974 Main Avenue Fire . . . And yet another major access road is closed for construction, causing traffic snarls and delays on U.S. Highway 550/160 corridor. These stories and more on this week’s edition of Inside Durango...
La Plata County FREE Legal Clinic at the Ignacio Community Library on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 FREE LEGAL CLINIC – LA PLATA COUNTY: ALL FREE FREE LEGAL CLINIC at your IGNACIO COMMUNITY LIBRARY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM in IGNACIO A free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney, will be featured from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM on the second FRIDAY of each month at the Ignacio Community Library at 470 Goddard Avenue in Ignacio. By computer link, volunteer attorneys will...
Inside Durango News
The throaty growl of motorcycles means money is rumbling into Southwest Colorado on Labor Day. But how much? . . . How to make the most out of hiring an intern . . . And celebrate the female form with La Femme . . . A one-night show by McCarson Jones. These stories and more on this week’s edition of Inside Durango News.
Open 4 Business by Inside Durango
A new, multi-million-dollar grocery store is in the works for Ignacio. A local coffee company worms its way into the compost business, and a family ag business in Bayfield survives and thrives by changing with the times. These stories and more on this edition of Open 4 Business with Jim...
New CEO selected at La Plata Electric Association
New CEO selected at La Plata Electric Association Michael Dreyspring to take the helm on Sept. 1, 2014 Durango, CO – The La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Board of Directors today (Aug. 20, 2014) announced that Michael Dreyspring has been selected as the new Chief Executive Officer. He will assume his position on Sept. 1, 2014. “Mike Dreyspring was our number one choice, and the vote was unanimous,” said Michael...
San Juan Basin Health Announces Expanded Dental Services
San Juan Basin Health Announces Expanded Dental Services Durango, CO – San Juan Basin Health is pleased to announce the receipt of a two year transition project grant from the Colorado Health Foundation that supports our Southwest Smile Makers Clinic in providing a dental home to patients of the new La Plata Integrated Health clinic. This grant allows SJBH to expand its hours of service and therefore increase the number of...
Inside Durango News 08-21-14
The throaty growl of motorcycles means money is rumbling into Southwest Colorado on Labor Day. But how much? . . . How to make the most out of hiring an intern . . . And celebrate the female form with La Femme . . . A one-night show by McCarson Jones. These stories and more on this week’s edition of Inside Durango...
LPEA Announces New CEO
August 20, 2014 NEWS For further information contact: Michael Rendon, LPEA Board President, 970.375.0855 or mrendon New CEO selected at La Plata Electric Association Michael Dreyspring to take the helm on Sept. 1, 2014 DURANGO, Colo. – The La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Board of Directors today (Aug. 20, 2014) announced that Michael Dreyspring has been selected as the new Chief Executive Officer. He will assume his position on...
Arts and Entertainment – 7/24/14
Arts and Entertainment – 7/24/14 Durango and La Plata County have no shortage of entertainment opportunities. In fact, event organizers often lament that finding a day that doesn’t compete with some other activity is nearly impossible. Pick a passion, and you’ll most likely find it in La Plata...
LPEA to install new drive-through kiosk in Durango
LPEA to install new drive-through kiosk in Durango Durango office drive-through closed for construction Aug. 12-19 Durango, CO – To better serve its members, 24 hours-7 days a week-365 days a year, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is installing a new drive-through kiosk at its Durango office, 45 Stewart St. in Bodo Park. Construction will begin Tuesday, Aug. 12 and last approximately one week, according to LPEA officials....
Oktoberfest Durango set for Sept. 27-28 in Downtown Durango
Oktoberfest Durango set for Sept. 27-28 in Downtown Durango – Business Improvement District takes on event organization Durango, CO- The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) has taken on oversight and organization of the 11th Annual Oktoberfest Durango, scheduled for Sept. 27-28, 2014, in the Transit Center parking lot in Downtown Durango. The revamped event is designed as “family-friendly,” featuring...
Steamworks – Animas Valley Half Marathon and beer sales
Steamworks – Animas Valley Half Marathon and beer sales yield more than $4,500 for Marc Witkes Memorial Scholarship Durango, CO – In memory of Marc Witkes, long-time Durango resident and distance runner who was a local figurehead for the sport, Steamworks Brewing Co. and Star Liquors have announced a joint donation of $4543.69 to the Marc Witkes Memorial Scholarship at Fort Lewis College. Funds were raised through...
Advisor of Year announced by SBDC at Fort Lewis
Durango, CO – The Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center honored Terryl Peterson as the Advisor of the Year for 2014. The award was presented by Joe Keck, Executive Director of the SBDC, at the 5th July 24 in front of the 270 attendees. Peterson has been an advisor for five years, regularly making time to consult with clients regarding the financial aspects of running a business. She helps clients do budgets and...
Inside Durango Entertainment 8-14-14
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Inside Durango News 08-14-14
Durango High School students design an international space station for the moon. What Durangoans … really … think about the giant stone banana at the continuous flow intersection. And amateur athletes get down and dirty during DMR’s annual Muck and Mire Race. These stories and more on this week’s edition of Inside Durango News. Featuring anchors Ashley Dickson, Moni Grushkin, Jordan Alexander & Scotty Smith; Inside Durango News...
Agenda – Sep 2, 2014 (Tue) – Board of County Commissioners
Board of County Commissioners Planning Meeting Tuesday, September 2, 2014 10:00 AM 1060 E. 2nd Ave., Durango, CO 81301 Download PDF Agenda | View Web Agenda Document Modified: 8/14/2014 4:08 PM If you no longer wish to be included in this distribution list you can remove yourself through the meeting web portal or reply to this message. Agenda.pdf
Inside Durango News 08-14-14
Durango High School students design an international space station for the moon. What Durangoans … really … think about the giant stone banana at the continuous flow intersection. And amateur athletes get down and dirty during DMR’s annual Muck and Mire Race. These stories and more on this week’s edition of Inside Durango News. Featuring anchors Ashley Dickson, Moni Grushkin, Jordan Alexander & Scotty Smith; Inside Durango...
Inside Durango News 08-07-14
Are pit bulls vicious dogs . . . or love puppies? Two Durango middle school girls believe they’re the latter. Why you should vaccinate your kids against life-threatening diseases, and long-tim Durango resident Ted Holteen bring you a brand-new Arts and Entertainment feature, all in this edition of Inside Durango News. Featuring anchors Ashley Dickson, Moni Grushkin, Jordan Alexander & Scotty Smith; Inside Durango News covers...
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