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Life on the road: A recount by Derek Abt of Liver Down the River
We all know the life of a musician is a glorified one. But not all of us realize the all-encompassing commitments of being in a band. As the great Bon Scott of AC/DC said, “it’s a long way to the top if you wanna rock and roll.” Touring really has its ups and downs. I mean, you’re in a 6-person marriage living in a van. For people who have issues regarding personal space, it’s probably not the best career path for you. That being...
Leading Through Uncertainty
People crave certainty. Certainty creates confidence and reduces stress. We model the future, project it based on past experiences, and make educated predictions. As for seeing the future, such ability to anticipate with certainty is the thing of science fiction movies. Like it or not, some level of uncertainty is a passenger on any voyage. Instead of hoping for certainty, frame the future as a range, from predictable to chaotic. It...
Bailey’s Bits: “People who think they know everything…”
“People who think they know everything upset those of us who do.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Visit Bailey at: https://homesindurango.com/
Over 100,000 People have Recovered from COVID-19!
According to Bing’s COVID-19 tracker, 101,383 cases of the Coronavirus have been confirmed recoveries. The worldwide pandemic is showing some hope now that 27% of all cases have recovered, with that metric on the rise. Stay safe out there, Durangatangs, and here are some things we’ve been doing to stay upbeat while we get through this challenge: -Get some fresh air and take a walk outside! -Get out some art supplies and...
Coronavirus updates– no cases in La Plata County
As of 4 pm on Sunday, March 22, 2020, the State of Colorado reports no cases of Corona Virus in La Plata County. No cases have been reported in Montezuma or Archuleta Counties as well! Colorado Case Summary (Updated 3/22/20 at 4:00 p.m.) PDF version Note: This summary only includes data through 3/21 and does not reflect cases since then. 591 cases 58 hospitalized 29 counties 5,436 people tested 6 deaths 5 outbreaks at residential and...
Types of Food in Durango, CO Infographic
Thank you to Megan Ross for this infographic! Data from Downtown Durango and The Durango Herald.
Community Emergency Relief Fund (CERF) Activates in response to COVID-19
CERF (Community Emergency Relief Fund) is designated for broad-based community emergencies in Southwest Colorado. Established in 2008 in response to the Season’s Restaurant fire, CERF has been activated for the Gold King Mine spill in 2015, the Adobe Building fire in Pagosa Springs in 2016, and the 416 Fire in 2018. Donations to CERF are designated for emergency use and distribution of funds is determined by an advisory...
An Update on Developments During the Virus Crisis
We’ve summarized some of the highlights of the changing social and medical environment during the pandemic.
Covid-19 Map from Johns Hopkins
This map from Johns Hopkins University and Medical Center keeps almost up to the minute data on the spread of the Novel Covid-19 virus throughout the world. We’ve shrunk the map to show the USA, but it can be expanded to see other parts of the world. The full map with additional information can be found here – https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html
Bailey’s Bits
“When you are going through Hell… keep going!! Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Visit Bailey at https://homesindurango.com/
Council Explores Animas Trail Options
A proposed pedestrian bridge that crosses the Animas River adjacent to the traffic bridge on 32nd Street has been in the planning stages for 15 years, but last-hour protests have spawned another look.
Ward Off COVID-19 by Keeping Your Immune System Strong
From Harvard Medical School: Your immune system is your body’s defense system. When a harmful invader — like a cold or flu virus, or the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 — gets into your body, your immune system mounts an attack. Known as an immune response, this attack is a sequence of events that involves various cells and unfolds over time. Following general health guidelines is the best step you can take toward keeping your...
Veterans Breakfast
The Durango Veterans Breakfast will be held at the fairgrounds banquet hall. Sunday, March 15, 2020 at 9 AM – 11 AM La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center 2500 Main Ave, Durango, Colorado 81301 All veterans, their families and guest are invited to the breakfasts, featuring the VFW Post 4031 homemade sausage gravy and Southern home-style biscuits, eggs, smoked bacon, sausage, O’brien potatoes, fresh fruit, yogurts, cereals, juice...
St. Patrick’s Drag Show Party
Come out and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the LGBTQ way! We may not be Irish but we know how to Party! Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 7:30 PM – 10 PM Three Rivers Tap and Game room 111 East main, Farmington, New Mexico 87401 Facebook Event Page
Leadership Coherence
Much of management today emphasizes consistency and predictability. Mottos like, “consistency is key” sprouted into existence as machines and processes were expected to produce steady and stable results. In Yellowstone National Park, people flock to Old Faithful Geyser. It’s predictable. And people like it. One hundred years ago, the three largest business sectors in America (by asset value) were steel, oil & gas, and mining. ...
An Evening with Suzy Bogguss- POSTPONED
Walking the line between critical acclaim and commercial success, Suzy Bogguss remains one of the rare artists who has pleased fans and critics alike with her vocal style, musicianship and meaningful lyrics. One of the most acclaimed female country singers of the late ’80s and ’90s, she blends songs of substance and depth with mass-market appeal and balanced country tradition with a contemporary mainstream sensibility....
LEFTOVER SALMON
Called the architects of what is now popularly known as “jamgrass,” Leftover Salmon has established itself as one of the great purveyors of Americana music, digging deep into the well that supplies its influences: rock ‘n’ roll, folk, bluegrass, Cajun, soul, zydeco, jazz and blues. ~ Ticket prices include all service fees ~ More info at:...
Toubab Krewe
Some music cannot be found on a map or within iTunes categories. Some music is so original it seems snatched from the great, invisible substrata that runs below all human activity, a sound aching to be born without a flag or fixed allegiance – free, questing, overflowing with immediate, tangible life. This is the music of Toubab Krewe, the vibrant Asheville, NC-based instrumental powerhouse that creates a sonic Pangaea that lustily...
Durango Celtic Festival
One of Durango, Colorado’s best events of the year! Get live music, music workshops, and great venues in its amazing downtown area for an entire weekend! Durango Celtic Festival features rich musical and cultural heritage, full expressive gamut of folk music at its best, and are justly renowned for their thrilling live shows. March 12 – 14, 2020 Venues Tickets See artists like Ed Miller & Rich Brotherton, Alasdair...
Local Fruit Ferments New Cortez Wine
A bumper crop of local apples in Montezuma County inspired a U.S. Air Force retiree and his wife to start making wines from other local fruit and to open the new Yellow Car Country Wines.
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