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New Agreement for former 9-R Administration Building
May24

New Agreement for former 9-R Administration Building

Posted on May 24, 2023

The City of Durango and Durango Fire Protection District have reached a proposed deal for the sale of the former Durango School District 9-R Administration Building. Before school’s out for the summer, make sure to get a Summer Bridge Program Workbook for your elementary- and middle-school-aged students to keep them engaged with learning over the summer. Come join the La Plata County Humane Society for its 19th annual Adopt-a-Thon event, helping find fur-ever homes for the animals at the shelter, and mark your calendars – ticket sales for San Juan Brewfest go on sale June 1st. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Sky Ute Casino

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IRON HORSE BICYCLE CLASSIC
May24

IRON HORSE BICYCLE CLASSIC

Posted on May 24, 2023

IRON HORSE BICYCLE CLASSIC MAY 26 – MAY 28 EVENT DESCRIPTION The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is THE big race! Gear up or just watch as bikers race the train from Durango to Silverton all day. Events include the most popular race, the McDonald’s Citizen Tour, which winds through 50 miles of beautiful Colorado scenery, La Strada La Plata Gravel and the Durango Mesa Cycling Festival. Since 1971, this iconic event has tested man vs....

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Beauty Hangs out at Bayfield Gardens
May23

Beauty Hangs out at Bayfield Gardens

Posted on May 23, 2023

Locally owned Bayfield Gardens is the preeminent place to buy the ginormous hanging baskets you see gracing finer establishments along Main Street in Durango, Farmington and as far away as Santa Fe. But there’s a catch: you must reserve the flower baskets one year in advance. For walk-ins, there’s still plenty to choose from: first-rate veggies, annuals, and perennials. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Serious Texas BBQ

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APR I-dition 2 2023 420 & Jah Shaka with JahMek on M.C. Rasta Stevie’s HEART BEAT OF ZION
May17

APR I-dition 2 2023 420 & Jah Shaka with JahMek on M.C. Rasta Stevie’s HEART BEAT OF ZION

Posted on May 17, 2023

New show by RASTA STEVIE’s HEARTBEATOFZION APR I-dition 2 2023 420 & Jah Shaka with JahMek on M.C. Ras… By RASTA STEVIE’s HEARTBEATOFZION #Reggae #Reggae Fusion #Roots Reggae #Dub Reggae #Reggae Rock ITS 420 2023 !!!! Freshest and newest Ganja Anthems with JahMek’s Tribute to JAH SHAKA !!! It’s the FRESHEST REGGAE MUSIC from Yard and Abroad on M.C. Rasta Stevie’s AWARD WINNING Heart Beat of Zion...

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Escalante Students Off to Washington, D.C.
May17

Escalante Students Off to Washington, D.C.

Posted on May 17, 2023

Five Escalante students who participated in the National History Day competition qualified to compete with students from all over the country this summer. Durango city council members are offering “office hours” to increase accessibility for community engagement, and mark your calendars for public comment sessions for the addition of workforce housing along Florida Road and County Road 250. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Kroeger’s Ace Hardware and Sky Ute Casino

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What Is An NFT? Non-Fungible Tokens Explained
May17

What Is An NFT? Non-Fungible Tokens Explained

Posted on May 17, 2023

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) seem to be everywhere these days. From art and music to tacos and toilet paper, these digital assets are selling like 17th-century exotic Dutch tulips—some for millions of dollars. But are NFTs worth the money—or the hype? Some experts say they’re a bubble poised to pop, like the dot-com craze or Beanie Babies. Others believe NFTs are here to stay, and that they will change investing forever. What Is an NFT?...

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If You Don’t Like the Weather, Wait Five Minutes
May17

If You Don’t Like the Weather, Wait Five Minutes

Posted on May 17, 2023

Lots of changes are coming to the Durango-La Plata County Airport, including a new radar project that brings more targeted forecasting to the Four Corners area. The airport is working with Baron Weather to install the new radar system, filling a gap in weather forecasting systems in the southwest. Previously, the closest weather station to the county was based out of Grand Junction, and the new radar will provide more accurate and up-to-date weather information for the Four Corners region. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Tafoya Barrett & Associates and Serious Texas BBQ

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Local NEWS Network Stands with the City of Farmington
May17

Local NEWS Network Stands with the City of Farmington

Posted on May 17, 2023

The Local NEWS Network stands in solidarity with the community of the City of Farmington and the families of those impacted as a result of the shooting on May 15th. Desert View Family Counseling, Totah Behavioral Health and Farmington Community Health have offered their services if you or someone you know are in need of help.

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Rise and Vibes. May 19-21.
May17

Rise and Vibes. May 19-21.

Posted on May 17, 2023

  Rise AND Vibes Roots & Reggae, RockinG on the River May 19-21, 2023. Just outside of Durango, Co Rise and Vibes Music Festival is an annual music and camping festival that unfolds within the natural beauty of the Animas River Valley. Located between Aztec, NM and Durango, CO, this carefully curated music festival is in the heart of one of the most breathtaking parts of Colorado and New Mexico. Rise and Vibes Music Festival...

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Mother’s Day 2023
May13

Mother’s Day 2023

Posted on May 13, 2023

From ours to yours, Happy Mother’s Day! Working hard, providing, taking care of the family, mother’s do a lot and May 14th is a day to rest and relax. Durango has a wide variety of locally owned and operated shops to put a nice gift together for the do-all mom.   Flowers For a nice bouquet of flowers, visit one of the local florists such as April’s Garden, Adela Flora, or Bayfield Blooms for a colorful, naturally scented,...

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DURANGO FARMERS MARKET IS BACK
May13

DURANGO FARMERS MARKET IS BACK

Posted on May 13, 2023

EVENT DESCRIPTION The Durango Farmers Market offers fresh produce, protein, high-quality artisan crafts and ready to eat food and beverage – all from our local region! Every Saturday you can find us in the parking lot of the TBK Bank on 8th Street in between Main Avenue and Camino del Rio. Free Parking is available at the City Transit Center lot. The market opens at 8 am from May through September and 9 am in October and goes...

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BOOST YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE!!
May12

BOOST YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE!!

Posted on May 12, 2023

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Non-profit Launches Grant for Brewers & Distillers
May12

Non-profit Launches Grant for Brewers & Distillers

Posted on May 12, 2023

The Colorado Grain Chain is awarding four grants statewide to brewers or distillers who craft a beverage using exclusively Colorado grown grain. One grant will be awarded to businesses in each of Colorado’s major watersheds. The non-profit hopes the microgrant improves awareness for Colorado’s grain community. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Serious Texas BBQ

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DOWNTOWN CORNER OFFICE SUITE!
May10

DOWNTOWN CORNER OFFICE SUITE!

Posted on May 10, 2023

This versatile office suite hosts a reception area, five private private offices with large windows, and . . .

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Celebrate the General Palmer’s 125 Years
May10

Celebrate the General Palmer’s 125 Years

Posted on May 10, 2023

The General Palmer Hotel invites you to come celebrate 125 years of providing hospitality and history to Durango. The Government Finance Officers Association awarded the City of Durango for its 2023 budget, and registration for the Southwest Rural Philanthropy Days is now open. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Tafoya Barrett & Associates and The Payroll Department

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Basketball and Cannabis? The NBA gives the OK!
May09

Basketball and Cannabis? The NBA gives the OK!

Posted on May 9, 2023

In a major development for cannabis legalization, the National Basketball Association (NBA) has announced that it will no longer test players for cannabis use. This marks a significant shift in the NBA’s approach to cannabis, which has long been prohibited under the league’s drug policy. The decision to end cannabis testing was made after consultation with the National Basketball Players Association, which had been pushing...

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La Plata County Assessor
May09

La Plata County Assessor

Posted on May 9, 2023

Carrie Woodson, the Assessor for La Plata County, visited The Wells Group to share that the new property valuations are being mailed out to owners in early May 2023. Property values are reassessed every two years. This latest cycle runs from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2022.  La Plata County saw an average of a 20% increase in value.  While this may seem high, it was actually the lowest in all of Colorado.  In comparison, Archuleta...

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TICO TIME BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
May09

TICO TIME BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL

Posted on May 9, 2023

MAY 11 – MAY 14 EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us at TICO TIME BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, May11-14, 2023 at Tico Time River Resort, just 20 minutes south of Durango, Colorado. Lineup includes Yonder Mountain String Band, The Travelin’ McCourys, Kyle Hollingsworth Band, Lindsay Lou, Big Richard, Kyle Tuttle Band, Pixie & The Partygrass Boys, Pick & Howl, and SO MANY MORE! Here at Tico Time Bluegrass festival, we strive to cultivate the...

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Local Band Honored by Strater Hotel
May09

Local Band Honored by Strater Hotel

Posted on May 9, 2023

The Strater Hotel has recognized the Blue Moon Ramblers for working as the hotel’s Sunday house band for over thirty years. Room 223 is now dedicated to the band. The suite includes a plaque on the door with the band’s name, and portraits of the band and its founding members inside the room. The Blue Moon Ramblers are the first musical act to join more than 40 individuals or entities who have rooms dedicated at the Strater. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and The Payroll Department

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Shimmy Mob Back for 12th Year
May08

Shimmy Mob Back for 12th Year

Posted on May 8, 2023

Durango’s Shimmy Mob belly dance troupe is ready to showcase its new choreography for National Belly Dance Day. On Saturday May 13th, the group will dance at multiple stops in downtown Durango. The team’s mission is to raise awareness and money for Alternative Horizons, a local non-profit that provides resources for domestic violence victims. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and Serious Texas BBQ

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