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Bank Robbery at Vectra Bank
Image:Bank Robbery at Vectra Bank The Durango Police Department responded to a bank robbery today at Vectra Bank, 1101 East Second Avenue at 2:35 p.m. The suspect, a white male in his 20s stole an undisclosed amount of money He is described as between 5’6″ and 5’10” in height, approximately 160 pounds, wearing sunglasses, a dark wool cap and dark clothing. He presented a note to the teller, and was...
Back Country Skiing In the San Juans
“People have to really suffer before they can risk doing what they love…” Chuck Palahniuk, American freelance journalist and novelist, describes the back country ski experience better than just about anyone. While we are on the mountains, slogging up thousands of vertical feet, through thick punchy snow our legs burn with an intensity reserved for Olympic sprinters. We are headed to the alpine terrains of the San...
Final Locals Day of Season to Benefit La Plata Search & Rescue
Pager item text :Final Locals Day at PurgatoryImage:Final Locals Day of Season to Benefit La Plata Search & Rescue Locals Day to round out full lineup of weekend events that include racing, clam bake and FAC Sunday, March 7, is Purgatory’s final of four Locals Days of the season, with $39 adult lift tickets and $25 child lift tickets to benefit KSUT public radio and La Plata County Search and Rescue. Locals Day coupons can...
The Motet to play at Abbey Theater to promote Summer Release of Dig Deep
The Motet will play the Abbey Theater March 26, 2010. With its 6th release, Dig Deep, the band once again proves that it is a group committed to exploring and pushing the sonic envelope, while still remaining dedicated to the musical traditions that have defined their sound. A heavy-horned afrobeat influence countered with a textural blanket of electronica, this album showcases the talents and strengths of the cast of characters that...
Fiery, soulful singer Richie Havens returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College March 14
Pager item text :Richie HavensImage:Summary:Fiery, poignant and soulful singer Richie Havens returns to Durango and the stage at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on Sunday, March 14, 2010, for a 7 p.m. show. Fiery, soulful singer Richie Havens returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College March 14 Fiery, poignant and soulful singer Richie Havens returns to Durango and the stage at the Community...
Dog Barkery…. Err, Bakery!
Dog Barkery…. Err, Bakery! MMM…rrrff!, translation- give me some more! Gourmutt Delights, A Bakery for Dogs has opened it’s doors offering our four-legged furry companions incredible, organic, and natural dog treats. Mary Fletcher, owner of Gourmutt Delights, A Bakery for Dogs, had been making treats for her dogs for years. When she started considering a career change after the crazy economy of 2009 made...
Enjoy Fresh Bounty This Year: Support Local Farms
The best food is that which is grown closest to you. Here in southwest Colorado, we have over 300 days of sunshine annually and sunshine is just what fruits and vegetables need to grow. Sunshine, good soil, and a little TLC go a long way when we’re talking produce. Just ask a local farmer. Locally grown food is most often organic (or is grown without hormones/pesticides/herbicides), is fresh (hasn’t traveled...
Election for four La Plata Electric Association director seats upcoming
Image:Election for four La Plata Electric Association director seats upcoming Candidate election packets available Monday, March 1 Election packets for those interested in running for a seat on the La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Board of Directors will be available Monday, March 1, 2010, at LPEA offices in Durango and Pagosa Springs. To be placed on the ballot, candidates must return completed petitions to the Durango...
Three Fort Lewis College presidential finalists to meet with faculty, staff, students, community
Image:Three Fort Lewis College presidential finalists to meet with faculty, staff, students, community DURANGO – The three final candidates under consideration to become the ninth President of Fort Lewis College will meet with all of the college’s communities when they visit the campus and Durango during the weeks of February 22, 2010 and March 1, 2010, the Board of Trustees for Fort Lewis College announced today....
DHS WINS 2010 COLORADO STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
Image:DHS WINS 2010 COLORADO STATE CHAMPIONSHIP Academic Decathlon Team Makes Durango Proud Over President’s Day weekend, the DHS Academic Decathlon Team squared off against the top 15 academic decathlon teams in the state and brought home a well-deserved state championship. The United States Academic Decathlon (USAD) provides students of all learning levels the opportunity to...
Are you a business working on your taxes?
Image: Are you a business working on your taxes? There are 10 different Colorado income tax credits available to businesses located in an Enterprise Zone designated area. Credits include: Investment Tax credit — provides a 3% State Income Tax credit on business investments, Job training credits –t allows 10% of eligible training expenses to be credited. New Business Facility, expansion, qualified replacement...
City Releases Parks, Open Space, Trails and Recreation Master Plan Draft
Image: City Releases Parks, Open Space, Trails and Recreation Master Plan Draft Durango, CO – The City of Durango has released the draft Parks, Open Space, Trails and Recreation Master to the community. The draft Master Plan has been posted to the City of Durango web site at www.durangogov.org. There will be a public presentation of the draft Parks, Open Space, Trails and Recreation Master Plan on Monday,...
Elder in Residence to speak on “Being Indian in the City” on February 23 at Fort Lewis College
Image:Elder in Residence to speak on “Being Indian in the City” on February 23 at Fort Lewis College DURANGO, CO – Dr. Nancy Lucero will speak at Fort Lewis College on Tuesday, February 23, 2010, as part of the FLC Native American Center’s Elder in Residence Program. Dr. Lucero’s presentation, entitled “Being Indian in the City,” begins at 5 p.m. in the Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum after...
Mayor Leigh Meigs Encourages Durango 7th Graders to Participate in the Annual “If I Were Mayor…” Essay Contest
Image:Mayor Leigh Meigs Encourages Durango 7th Graders to Participate in the Annual “If I Were Mayor…” Essay Contest Durango, CO – Mayor Leigh Meigs is encouraging Durango-area 7th grader to participate in the annual “If I Were Mayor…” essay contest sponsored by the Colorado Municipal League and COLOTRUST. The essay contest, now in its third year, is aimed at keeping...
New Publisher Announced for Arts Perspective Magazine
Pager item text :Arts PerspectiveImage:New Publisher Announced for Arts Perspective Magazine Denise Leslie to Lead Regional Arts Print Venue DURANGO, CO., February 11, 2010 – After six years of successful publication, Arts Perspective magazine names its new publisher, Denise Leslie of Durango. Denise will guide Southwest Colorado’s only quarterly arts publication with full support from previous publisher and...
County Commissioner White Appointed to Emergency Planning Commission by Governor Ritter
Image:County Commissioner White Appointed to Emergency Planning Commission by Governor Ritter Durango, CO – La Plata County Commissioner Wally White was recently appointed by Governor Ritter to serve a two-year term as a local government representative to the State of Colorado Emergency Planning Commission (CEPC). This Commission was created in response to the Federal Superfund and Reauthorization Act (SARA/Title III) that...
Animas River Trail Projects Update
Image:Summary:The City of Durango has begun construction on the portion of Animas River Trail between the Durango Mall and the La Plata County Humane Society. Animas River Trail Projects Update Durango, CO – The City of Durango has begun construction on the portion of Animas River Trail between the Durango Mall and the La Plata County Humane Society. The ¼-mile trail project includes a 250′...
Downtown Sidewalk Project Resumes
Image:Summary:Construction on the downtown sidewalk improvement project resumed this week. The east side of the 600 block of Main Avenue will be completed first, followed by the west side of the same block. Downtown Sidewalk Project Resumes Durango, CO – Construction on the downtown sidewalk improvement project resumed this week. The east side of the 600 block of Main Avenue will be completed...
9-R NEWS BRIEFS – February 12, 2010
Image:9-R NEWS BRIEFS – February 12, 2010 THE BOARD OF EDUCATION The next Board Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 16, 2010, at 5:00 p.m., in the 9-R Board Room in the Administration Building. There will be a budget hearing from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., with the regular session following. – – – – – – – – – – – Durango School District 9-R is pleased to...
Kids Climbing the Walls?
Kids Climbing the Walls? Wreaking havoc on the recently cleaned house and testing mom and dad’s patience only lasts so long! Luckily, we live in a place that offers so many activities for kiddos. Try one of these winter programs that are sure to give mom and dad a break…. the kids probably need one too! Stay Warm Without the Layers, Stay Inside! Durango Recreation Center- Offers classes on everything from ballet to yoga...
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