Green Living
Low-Income Energy Assistance (LEAP) Available for the Winter Season
Image:Low-Income Energy Assistance (LEAP) Available for the Winter Season Durango, CO – The La Plata County Department of Human Services is again partnering with Discover Goodwill of Southern + Western Colorado to administer the Low-Income Energy Assistance (LEAP) Program. This is a federally funded program which assists low-income households with utility costs for their main heating source. To qualify, applicants must be...
Bootleggers team up for successful 10th Annual Pint-for-a-Pint blood drive
Image:Bootleggers team up for successful 10th Annual Pint-for-a-Pint blood drive “Beer for blood” event nets a record 101 units for United Blood Services Durango, CO – Continuing with its mission of community support, the Durango Bootlegger’s Society, the local consortium of Durango’s four award-winning craft breweries, hosted a record “Pint-for-a-Pint” blood drive on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012,...
Are you uninsured? Have a high deductible?
Image:Are you uninsured? Have a high deductible? Sonas offers a new kind of healthcare Durango, CO – Affordable healthcare is now being offered right here in Durango by Sonas Integrative Medical Center. Managed by a professional company, it’s the first of its kind in this area. Sonas has teamed up with Physician Care Direct to offer their Access CardTM plans. These plans allow patients to purchase affordable primary care...
Bootleggers team up for 10th Annual Pint for a Pint blood drive
Image:Bootleggers team up for 10th Annual Pint for a Pint blood drive “Beer for blood” event designed to encourage donors for United Blood Services Durango, CO – Furthering its mission of community support, the Durango Bootlegger’s Society, the local consortium of Durango’s four award-winning craft breweries, will host the 10th Annual “Pint for a Pint” blood drive in support of United Blood...
Food Safety Training October 16, 2012
Image:Food Safety Training October 16, 2012 Durango, CO – There will be a Food Safety class on Tuesday, October 16 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at San Juan Basin Health’s training room (281 Sawyer Drive, Durango). This class is designed for food service employees and as a refresher class for managers. Certificates issued based on demonstration of knowledge. The cost is $40. For more information or to register, please call...
San Juan Basin Health Begins Walk-in Wednesdays
Image:San Juan Basin Health Begins Walk-in Wednesdays Flu Shots & Tdap (Whooping Cough/Tetanus Booster) for Individuals and Families Durango, CO – Make sure you and your family stay healthy this fall and winter by preventing the flu and whooping cough. San Juan Basin Health is offering triple protection at its Walk-in Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. beginning October 3rd. Our nurses will take care of you or your whole...
La Plata County Neighborhood Day, September 16
Image:La Plata County Neighborhood Day: Sept. 16 Durango, CO – The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners proclaim September 16th as La Plata County Neighborhood Day. National Neighborhood Day is celebrated in neighborhoods across the country each year on the third Sunday in September. The mission of National Neighborhood Day is to inspire, build, and sustain the neighborhood relationships that provide the foundation for...
Fresh Check Day on September 22, 2012
Pager item text :Three Springs Fresh Check DayImage:Fresh Check Day on September 22, 2012 How are you doing? Durango, CO- Three Springs is hosting and events where the entire community will get together to promote positive mental health, educate the community about the signs and symptoms of mental health disorders, open communication channels to remove the stigma surrounding mental health, and encourage community members to...
Durango Chamber OF Commerce Going Greener
Image:Durango Chamber OF Commerce Going Greener Durango, CO – The Durango Chamber of Commerce recently announced plans to “go greener” by converting its monthly printed newsletter to a full color electronic version. Survey results of the membership indicated members were interested in a more streamlined approach to receiving information and this new electronic newsletter is the result. The e-newsletter will be sent...
Library To Offer Class On Nonprofit Sustainability
Image:Library To Offer Class On Nonprofit Sustainability Durango, CO – On Friday, August 10 from 1:30-3:00 p.m., the Durango Public Library will offer a class entitled “Nonprofit Sustainability: Building Blocks to Organizational Success” featuring Scott Ullman from the Foundation Center. The Durango Public Library is a Cooperating Collection of the Foundation Center, the world’s leading source of information on...
Library Offers Lecture On “A Drug Free Approach to Learning and Behavioral Problems”
Image:Library Offers Lecture On “A Drug Free Approach to Learning and Behavioral Problems” Durango, CO – The Durango Public Library will offer a talk on the health and well-being of children and families with “A Drug Free Approach to Learning and Behavioral Problems” on Wednesday, August 1 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. This lecture is intended to educate parents and caregivers about the causes of learning and...
Community Health Assessment Available for Archuleta and La Plata Counties
Image:Community Health Assessment Available for Archuleta and La Plata Counties San Juan Basin Health Department is proud to present the 2012 Community Health Assessment for Archuleta and La Plata Counties – a comprehensive collection and analysis of data regarding health issues, available services and opportunities for action in our communities.This Community Health Assessment was conducted to identify health issues of primary...
Workshop Planned On City Land Use And Development Code Proposed New Zoning Districts
Image:Workshop Planned On City Land Use And Development Code Proposed New Zoning Districts Durango, CO – On Wednesday, July 25, 2012 6:00 PM TO 7:30 PM, The Durango Recreation Center at 2700 Main Avenue will host a workshop. The purpose of this workshop is to present and receive feedback on a set of proposed new zoning districts for the City as part of the process of updating its Land Use and Development Code...
Library Lecture Explores “Natural Solutions to ADD/ADHD”
Image:Library Lecture Explores “Natural Solutions to ADD/ADHD” Durango, CO: The Durango Public Library’s summer lecture series focused on the health and well-being of children and families continues with “Natural Solutions to ADD/ADHD” on Wednesday, July 25 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Learn how both adults and children with ADD/ADHD can cope without the use of medication. This series is brought to you by Thrive:...
Annual Kid’s Triathlon Scheduled for July 21
Image:Annual Kid’s Triathlon Scheduled for July 21 Durango, CO – The Durango Parks and Recreation Department will host the annual Kid’s Triathlon on Saturday, July 21 at 9:00 a.m. The event provides children of all ages and ability levels with a safe and unique athletic experience. Children will swim, bike and run an age-appropriate triathlon course, which begins and ends at the Durango Community Recreation Center....
9th Annual Durango Parks & Recreation Triathlon
Image:9th Annual Durango Parks & Recreation Triathlon Durango, CO – Register NOW for the 9th Annual Durango Parks and Recreation Triathlon. The event kicks off at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 4. Register at the Durango Community Recreation Center or online at www.active.com. The cost is $45.00 for individuals and $90.00 for a team. No race day registrations will be accepted. By incorporating sprint triathlon distances,...
Clean Commute Week Encouraged Healthy Transportation Alternatives
Image:Clean Commute Week Encouraged Healthy Transportation Alternatives Durango, CO – The City of Durango sponsored Clean Commute week from June 16th through the 22nd. An estimated 760 residents participated in the week long schedule of events, almost 5% of the City’s population. The midweek Clean Commute breakfast stations were well attended this year both downtown and at Mercy Regional Medical Center with clean commuters...
Local Residents Called to Contribute to Historic Cancer Research Effort
Image:Local Residents Called to Contribute to Historic Cancer Research Effort Community Involvement Can Answer Critical Questions about Cancer Causes, Prevention (Durango, CO) – (July 1, 2012) – Residents of La Plata County have an unprecedented opportunity to participate in a historic study that has the potential to change the face of cancer for future generations. Men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 who have...
LPEA offers rebate for purchase of LED light bulbs
Image:LPEA offers rebate for purchase of LED light bulbs Members can receive $10 per qualifying Energy Star® bulb purchased Durango, CO – La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is now offering rebates to its member/customers for purchase of energy efficient LED light bulbs. A $10 credit to a member’s active LPEA account will be entered for each purchase of a qualified Energy Star® bulb with a lumen output of 300 or...
Fort Lewis College Pitch List
Image:Fort Lewis College Pitch List Durango, CO – Nation taking notice of Fort Lewis College’s environmental efforts Fort Lewis College has been actively improving its sustainability since becoming a charter signatory of the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment, in 2007. Since then, the colleges’ Sustainability Action Plan has led to the construction of “green” buildings,...
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