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FLC and Boys & Girls Club joining forces for future college students
Image:FLC and Boys & Girls Club joining forces for future college students Durango, CO – Fort Lewis College and the Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County are coming together for a second summer to offer a three-day program for local high school youth. Sponsored by funding from the US Department of Education, the Future Leaders of Colorado @ Fort Lewis College Summer Program is designed to encourage confidence and reduce...
Community entities step up to “Sock It To Me” for firefighters
Pager item text :Support Our Firefighters Image:Community entities step up to “Sock It To Me” for firefighters BID, DATO, Chamber, DMR, Concert Hall and local merchants encourage purchase of SOCKS Durango, CO – As dry weather persists and wildfires continue to dot the region, Durango entities are partnering to “Sock It To Me” – an effort to support local and regional firefighters with donations of,...
Enjoy a FREE outdoor movie night at Three Springs!
Pager item text :The Lorax at Three SpringsImage:Enjoy a FREE outdoor movie night at Three Springs! Games and bouncy house start at 7pm and movie starts at dusk! When: Friday, July 12th 2013Where: Three Springs Plaza Contact:Three [email protected]
BID to host Coffee & Conversation on July 18 and 25
Image:BID to host Coffee & Conversation on July 18 and 25 Meetings are an opportunity for constituents to contribute ideas, learn plans Durango, CO – In an effort to gather new ideas and learn of challenges, as well as get to know the constituents of the Durango Business Improvement District (BID), the BID Coffee & Conversation (BCC) will continue in July. Up-coming get-togethers are set for Thursday, July 18 at Steaming...
Brandon Little named new LPEA Voelker Memorial Scholarship winner
Image:Brandon Little named new LPEA Voelker Memorial Scholarship winner Scholarship awarded for vocational, technical school or junior college education Durango, CO – Brandon Little, a graduate of Durango High School, is a new recipient of the John Voelker Memorial Scholarship presented by La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) for vocational, technical school or junior college education. LPEA’s John Voelker Memorial...
“Concerts in the Park” kicks off July 11 with Elder Grown
Pager item text :Elder GrownImage:”Concerts in the Park” kicks off July 11 with Elder Grown Community Concert Hall and Alpine Bank offer free summer concert series in Buckley Park Durango, CO – Rock band Elder Grown will kick off the Alpine Bank-Community Concert Hall “Concerts in the Park” series on Thursday, July 11, 2013 at Durango’s Buckley Park, 5 to 7:30 p.m. Alpine Bank of Durango and the...
Sorrel Sky Gallery Recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores
Pager item text :Sorrel Art GalleryImage:Sorrel Sky Gallery Recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores Durango, CO – Sorrel Sky Gallery has recently been recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores by JCK, the leading international jewelry trade show and magazine. The prestigious award is given once a year in Las Vegas, NV to “retail stores who have exceeded the standards of...
Sorrel Sky Gallery Recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores
Pager item text :Sorrel Art GalleryImage:Sorrel Sky Gallery Recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores Durango, CO – Sorrel Sky Gallery has recently been recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Designer Retail Stores by JCK, the leading international jewelry trade show and magazine. The prestigious award is given once a year in Las Vegas, NV to “retail stores who have exceeded the standards of...
Summer concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park returns
Image:Summer concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park returnsCommunity Concert Hall and Alpine Bank team up for FREE Thursday evening shows Durango, CO- Given the success of the inaugural 2012 series, Alpine Bank of Durango and the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College have once again teamed up to present a special free summer concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park.”Alpine Bank and Your Community Concert...
Summer concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park returns
Image:Summer concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park returns Community Concert Hall and Alpine Bank team up for FREE Thursday evening shows Durango, CO- Given the success of the inaugural 2012 series, Alpine Bank of Durango and the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College have once again teamed up to present a special free summer concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park. “Alpine Bank and Your Community Concert...
Fun, food, and a great view of the fireworks planned for FLC alumni at 4th at the Fort
Image:Fun, food, and a great view of the fireworks planned for FLC alumni at 4th at the Fort Durango, CO – Durango’s Fourth of July fireworks celebration is among the best shows of the year, and the campus of Fort Lewis College is one of the best places to watch it. For 2013, the Fort Lewis College Alumni Association is introducing the 4th at the Fort Alumni Gathering. The event offers FLC alumni food, fun and the...
Electric co-ops sponsor relief fund for Black Forest Fire victims
Image:Electric co-ops sponsor relief fund for Black Forest Fire victims Colorado cooperatives banding together to help Mountain View Electric members Denver, CO – More than 500 electric cooperative members in Colorado had their homes and businesses destroyed in the June 2013 Black Forest Fire northeast of Colorado Springs. La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) and the state’s 21 additional electric co-ops are inviting their...
Music in the Mountains
Music in the Mountains Durango, CO – For the past 27 years, Music in the Mountains has produced an exceptional summer music festival with musicians of the highest caliber. We have entertained, educated and delighted audiences with the richness of classical music, and complemented concerts with year-round educational programs for youth. from July 7-28, 2013, More than 220 world-renowned musicians will play for audiences in...
Salute to America
Pager item text :July 4th 2013Image:Downtown Durango’s Annual 4th of July Salute to America Durango, CO – July 4, 2013, Following are the events that will be held in Durango: Rotary Park: Freedom Fun Run 9AM, Pancake Breakfast 7:30 Buckley Park: Reading of the Declaration of Independence 11AM, Family Picnic 11-6, Kids Flea Market 12-3, Downtown: Salute America Parade 6PM, Street Dance 6:30, Fireworks 9:15. For more...
LPEA implements measures to help prevent fires
Image:LPEA implements measures to help prevent firesWith red flag warnings across service territory co-op enhancing safety procedures Durango, CO – With continuing dry conditions, high temperatures and blustery winds predicted for the region, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Operations personnel have implemented a series of enhanced safety measures in response to these conditions to help ensure that electrical equipment...
Next “Introduction to Quickbooks” workshop scheduled for June 20
Pager item text :FLC- Small Business CenterImage:Next “Introduction to Quickbooks” workshop scheduled for June 20 Durango, CO – The Small Business Development Center located at Fort Lewis College is among those sponsoring an “Introduction to QuickBooks” workshop on Thursday, June 20. The workshop runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the First National Bank of Durango Training Room. A brown bag lunch break is...
LPEA raising funds for American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Pager item text :Relay for LifeImage:LPEA raising funds for American Cancer Society Relay for Life Variety of events to add dollars to LPEA’s donation Durango, CO – To help raise funds for the up-coming American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, employees of La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) are inviting the community to participate in a variety of fundraising events at LPEA, 45 Stewart St. (Bodo Park), Durango....
LPEA Golf Tournament set for June 22 at Pagosa Springs Golf Course
Pager item text :La Plata Electric AssociationImage:LPEA Golf Tournament set for June 22 at Pagosa Springs Golf Course Fundraising event to benefit the Darin Rome Memorial Scholarship Fund PAGOSA SPRINGS, Colo. – La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) will host its annual Golf Tournament at the Pagosa Springs Golf Course, Saturday, June 22, 2013. Space is limited and registration deadline is June 19. Organized by LPEA’s line...
Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility Services
Image:Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility Services The La Plata Family Center has increased its capacity to assist individuals in accessing Presumptive Eligibility (PE), a program that provides immediate temporary medical coverage (Medicaid and CHP+) for outpatient services for pregnant women and children. The School Based Health Centers also provide PE services for La Plata County. For eligibility and enrollment assistance please call...
VirtualTourist opens voting for the 8th Wonder of the World
Pager item text :Vote for DurangoImage:VirtualTourist opens voting for the 8th Wonder of the World Vote for the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad View from the High Line! Durango, CO – VirtualTourist.com, a leading travel research website and community that is part of TripAdvisor Media Group, is crowning the “8th Wonder of the World” and will announce the winner in collaboration with its media partner,...
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