Green Living

Farmers Market Opens
May06

Farmers Market Opens

The Durango Farmers Market opens for its 20th Anniversary Season at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 14.

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Durango Indoor Recreation Options Keep Residents Active
Feb02

Durango Indoor Recreation Options Keep Residents Active

With winter in full force in Durango, many of us locals are trying to stay in shape and keep active to uphold our New Year’s Resolutions. Yet how does a person do that with snow outside? Of course, there are a ton of outdoor exercise options available, but we are also fortunate to have some state-of-the-art facilities that cater to indoor recreation. Summer and winter alike, these places stay busy and have options for everyone. The...

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Commodity Village at Wolf Creek
Dec16

Commodity Village at Wolf Creek

Com·mod·i·ty – /kəˈmädədē/  noun –  a raw material or primary product that can be bought and sold, such as copper or coffee. Although relishing the opportunity to be outside in such a pristine place, I reminded myself I was in this meadow for a reason… The sight of these two posts in the marshy ground, brought me back to my mission here on this lonely pass in Southern Colorado. “This all could be gone”, I...

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Trail Magic – Crossing the Bridge
Dec02

Trail Magic – Crossing the Bridge

Seven years ago, I crossed the same bridge I stand upon now, both figuratively and literally. Looking back upon completing this circle 9000 miles from home, I realize this decision has been one of the most influential of my life. That being, to humbly submit myself to the unknown, and dance with it… Again, emphasizing the title of this series, “Trail Magic”… I’ve traveled through time, lost myself to the...

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Halloween Safety Tips
Oct20

Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics.     ALL DRESSED UP: Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame. Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and Trick-or-Treat bags for...

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Local Music Producer Tributes the Animas – “Orange River”
Oct17

Local Music Producer Tributes the Animas – “Orange River”

“Orange River” – The Chava People “I recorded this song because of the lack of oversight that was going on…”, states songwriter and producer, James Mirabal. “When all that mine waste rushed into the Animas I was really shocked and confused. Then I felt mislead and then finally angry… because this could have been prevented…” Soulful and lamenting notes pierce this hard and...

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Modern Herbalism in the Southwest
Aug27

Modern Herbalism in the Southwest

  It’s been five years since I interned with Deb Buck. At the time I was an ambitious college student looking for some practical knowledge about the ecosystems of the Southwest. I bought a few guide books about native edible and medicinal plants and very quickly realized how hard it was to learn about plant identification from books.  After explaining my challenges to a good friend, who recommended I talk with Deb, I got...

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Three Springs Farmers Market Starts Th. 6/18, 4-7PM

Local Farm Fresh Veggies Every Thursday to Three Springs Plaza Tierra Vida Farms is bringing fresh produce to Three Springs Plaza. The farm stand will be open beginning this Thursday, June 18th from 4:00 – 7:00 PM, and will continue every Thursday at the same time throughout the season. The new weekday farmers market will bring convenience to healthy eating and living, as area residents can stop by and pick up fresh produce on the way...

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Fort Lewis College joins the national campaign for “real food”

Pager item text :Fort Lewis College Image:Fort Lewis College joins the national campaign for “real food” Durango, CO – Fort Lewis College is only the second college in Colorado to sign the Real Food Challenge (RFC) Commitment. To commemorate this milestone, the College is hosting the Real Food Chow Down on March 18th in the Student Union’s San Juan Dining area. The Chow Down showcases the RFC’s definition...

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How the Affordable Care Act Affects Your Family

Image:How the Affordable Care Act Affects Your Family Durango, CO – San Juan Basin Health Department wants local residents to know that there is still time to find affordable health insurance through Connect for Health Colorado and Medicaid. No-cost and reduced cost insurance is available to many Coloradans, even those with pre-existing conditions. Kevin O’Connor, Health Coverage Guide for San Juan Basin Health Department,...

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LPEA board votes to enhance Renewable Energy Credit payout

Pager item text :Renewable Energy Credit Image:LPEA board votes to enhance Renewable Energy Credit payout Per revised Policy 359, $350 per kW available for renewable systems up to 10 kW Durango, CO – Members of La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) who install renewable energy systems (up to 10 kilowatts) can receive, for systems installed in 2014, Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) of $350 per kW from LPEA.Renewable generation...

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Assistance in Navigating the New Online Healthcare Insurance Marketplace

Image:Assistance in Navigating the New Online Healthcare Insurance Marketplace Durango, CO – The Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center and Connect for Health Colorado are providing consulting services to small businesses to facilitate the process of complying with the new Affordable Care Act. Sue McWilliams, of Lewis, Colorado, is the new Connect for Health Colorado SHOP (Small Business Health Options)...

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LPEA establishes program/policy for community solar gardens

Image:LPEA establishes program/policy for community solar gardens Solar developers need to submit applications by Dec. 31, 2013 to be considered DURANGO, Colo. – The La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) board of directors has approved a policy, plan and application for development of Community Solar Gardens (CSG) within its service territory. Applications from private solar developers who wish to interconnect to LPEA’s...

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LPEA to host “Basics of Bulbs” workshops, Oct. 22 and 24

Image:LPEA to host “Basics of Bulbs” workshops, Oct. 22 and 24 Free informational series to further energy efficiency lighting education Durango, CO – Continuing its Free Information Series designed to help members “save their energy,” La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) will host two “Basics of Bulbs” workshops, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at the Sisson Library in Pagosa...

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The Animas Surgical Hospital Durango Double presented by Ska Brewing

Pager item text :Durango Double Image:The Animas Surgical Hospital Durango Double presented by Ska Brewing October 12th & 13th, 2013 Durango, CO – The Durango Double is a festival for runners is held each October under the changing Fall colors and is a weekend-long festival celebrating running, health and fitness and the spirit of human achievement. Unmatched for beauty, you’ll agree that Durango is truly a...

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How the Affordable Care Act Benefits YOU

Image:How the Affordable Care Act Benefits YOU Durango, CO – Residents have an opportunity to hear how the Affordable Care Act may benefit them and their family. San Juan Basin Health Department’s Health Coverage Guide is providing free presentations for community members in Ignacio, Bayfield and Durango during September and October. Health insurance will be more affordable and accessible for many Coloradans under the...

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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...

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LPEA Quarterly Renewable Energy Generation meeting set for Jan. 24

Image:LPEA Quarterly Renewable Energy Generation meeting, Jan. 24 Renewable Energy Credits and LPEA’s Alternative Energy Plan to be discussed Durango, CO – With the growing interest in local, renewable energy production, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is reprising its series of Renewable Energy Generation meetings on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013, 8-9 a.m. The up-coming meeting, to be held in the multi-purpose room at...

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Selecting Key Health Concerns in our Community

Image:Selecting Key Health Concerns in our Community Durango – San Juan Basin Health invites community members to the next step in creating a Public Health Improvement Plan for Archuleta and La Plata Counties by participating in a summit on Thursday, December 6th. There will a presentation of results from the recently completed Community Health Priorities survey. Individuals will then have the opportunity to help select one to...

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County Offers Information On Snow Removal And Driving Safety

Image:County Offers Information On Snow Removal And Driving Safety Durango, CO – During the winter months, snow removal is the primary responsibility of the La Plata County Road and Bridge Department. To keep over 600 miles of county roads clear, County Road and Bridge crews drive in excess of 1,500 miles for every winter snow storm. (This does not include state highways, such as 160, 550, 140 and 172, any roads within...

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