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Durango Colorado Real Estate
Aug11

Durango Colorado Real Estate

Posted on Aug 11, 2023

Durango Colorado Real Estate. durangocoloradorealestate.com – Photo by Ian Simon

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TICO TIME CANNABIS CUP & REGGAE PARTY
Aug09

TICO TIME CANNABIS CUP & REGGAE PARTY

Posted on Aug 9, 2023

EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us at the Tico Time Cannabis Cup & Reggae Party August 11-13 presented by Elevated. This camping festival is a 2 night, 3 day event with music lineup Friday and Saturday Nights, Cannabis Cup Awards, Cannabis Trade Show, Workshops, Drum & Dance, Late Night Dancehall Parties, Yoga, and more. Our event is focused on celebrating each other & connecting all those interested in the Cannabis Industry. Also...

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Navigating Altitude in Durango: Tips for a Comfortable Stay
Aug08

Navigating Altitude in Durango: Tips for a Comfortable Stay

Posted on Aug 8, 2023

The elevation of Durango is 6,512 feet above sea level. Durango, Colorado’s breathtaking landscapes and mountain charm attract visitors from far and wide. However, the higher elevation can pose challenges for some. To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay, here are some tips for acclimating to the altitude and preventing altitude sickness. Gradual Acclimatization: Take it easy during your first day in Durango. Your body needs...

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LA PLATA COUNTY FAIR AUGUST 9 – AUGUST 13, 2023
Aug08

LA PLATA COUNTY FAIR AUGUST 9 – AUGUST 13, 2023

Posted on Aug 8, 2023

EVENT DESCRIPTION For years, the La Plata County Fair has brought generations of families, friends and neighbors together to showcase the county’s best animals, garden products and the many fabulous foods and crafts of our outstanding community. We encourage you to enjoy the great talent, great music, good eats and exciting entertainment with your family and friends at this ‘udderly’ extraordinary community event! The La Plata County...

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CARVE WARS AT PURGATORY
Aug03

CARVE WARS AT PURGATORY

Posted on Aug 3, 2023

CARVE WARS AUGUST 4 – AUGUST 6, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION The greatest chainsaw carving competition in the country returns to Purgatory Resort! Come watch these amazing artists create magnificent works of art right in front of you. Best of all, you can bid on the carvings during the auctions on Saturday and Sunday and take home a great piece of art! Meet at the base area. LOCATION Purgatory Resort 1 Skier Place Durango, CO 81301...

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BUCKLEY PARK ARTS & CRAFTS 3RD ANNUAL FESTIVAL
Aug03

BUCKLEY PARK ARTS & CRAFTS 3RD ANNUAL FESTIVAL

Posted on Aug 3, 2023

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us for the Buckley Park Arts & Crafts Festival! The event will feature local artists and crafters allowing for guests to shop through a variety of vendors with handmade goods and one-of-a-kind gifts. Plus the Carhart Customs food truck will be there with providing breakfast, lunch and snack foods. The craft festival will be located downtown in Buckley Park on Saturday, August 5th...

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RE/MAX National Housing Report
Aug03

RE/MAX National Housing Report

Posted on Aug 3, 2023

June Sales Match Seasonal Norms Hi, June is typically the biggest month of the year for home sales, and so far that is proving true for 2023. While the market is slower overall than in 2022, we still saw home sales increase 5.4% from May. Three more noteworthy highlights from June’s National Housing Report: June’s new listings were up just 0.5% from May, but down 25% compared to June 2022. The median sales price in June was $425,000,...

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I ate eggs every day for a month and THIS happened
Aug03

I ate eggs every day for a month and THIS happened

Posted on Aug 3, 2023

My colleague Catherine (one of my favorite Nutritionists) just wrote this article about eggs last week. I thought it was fantastic and wanted to share… _______ When I was a kid, my mom would only allow us to eat eggs every other day. We had “Egg Days” and cereal days. Back then eggs were considered a heart attack risk if you ate them every day. Instead, people were filling up on bagels, oatmeal, cereal, doughnuts, pancakes, and...

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Exchange Student Leaves Durango with New Home, Outlook
Aug01

Exchange Student Leaves Durango with New Home, Outlook

Posted on Aug 1, 2023

18 year old Tinashe Vareta has dealt with food insecurity his entire life. He overcame many challenges to even get to Durango to participate in an exchange program sponsored by Durango High Noon Rotary Club. Now, thanks to the generosity of club members and others throughout the community, Vareta’s family has a new home. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Serious Texas BBQ

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Ignacio Farm Celebrates Summer with Locals Specials
Jul27

Ignacio Farm Celebrates Summer with Locals Specials

Posted on Jul 27, 2023

After operating as a successful agri-tourism farm and entertainment venue for two Autumn seasons, Jackalope Acres Farm is expanding offerings for its first summer in business. Hayrides allow visitors to see much of the farm’s 60 acres located outside Ignacio. Sunflower and Zinnia festivals are scheduled for August and September and will lead Jackalope Acres into the fall-fest season it’s become associated with. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Tafoya, Barrett & Associates and Serious Texas BBQ

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Plan Ahead – CO 172 Paving Project Begins
Jul26

Plan Ahead – CO 172 Paving Project Begins

Posted on Jul 26, 2023

The Colorado Department of Transportation announced plans for the start of paving on the CO 172 project, which will cause alternate lane closures and possible delays of up to 30 minutes. The Multimodal Department is looking for volunteers to help with a pedestrian and bicycle counting survey and the City of Durango has been approved for funds from Proposition 123 to construct 184 affordable housing units over the next three years. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy’s Pizza & Wings and Sky Ute Casino

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Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Set In Place
Jul21

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Set In Place

Posted on Jul 21, 2023

La Plata County and the San Juan National Forest have enacted fire restrictions as the summer heats up. Durango School District 9-R introduces the two new leadership teams for Miller Middle School and Escalante Middle School. The City of Durango is looking for volunteers to join local boards and commissions, and La Plata Conservation District and Pine River Conservation District are looking for landowner input on land use concerns through an online survey. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Tafoya Barrett and Associates and Happy Pappy’s Pizza & Wings

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Leadership as Stewardship
Jul19

Leadership as Stewardship

Posted on Jul 19, 2023

  What is your lasting legacy that you will build every day? “Our life is what our thoughts make it.” -Marcus Aurelius “Our life is what our words make it.” -Marcus Haeussler We frame our lives, relationships, and actions by our thoughts.   And our thoughts are guided by our choice of language and vocabulary; our internal choice of words influences our reality. Stewardship is being entrusted with an asset, person, organization,...

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Sustainable Store & Cafe Open
Jul19

Sustainable Store & Cafe Open

Posted on Jul 19, 2023

Sustainable Goods and Omni Cafe are now in their permanent home at 1259 Main Avenue in Durango. After operating as wholesalers and pop-up specialists, owners believe the climate is right to showcase sustainable and local products. Sustainable Goods features everyday goods and gifts from local and environmentally conscious companies, while collaborator Omni Cafe offers baked goods and coffee from local producers. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy’s Pizza & Wings and Sky Ute Casino

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Ignacio Monthly Roundup: July
Jul19

Ignacio Monthly Roundup: July

Posted on Jul 19, 2023

San Juan College is inviting Native American students to join a new program, in partnership with New Mexico State University’s American Indian Business Enterprise Center, to help jumpstart entrepreneurial careers. The Southern Ute Economic Development Department is hosting an online networking opportunity for members of the Southern Ute Tribe, and Ignacio School District announced the retirement of its Finance Director, Lucina Lounge. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Kroeger’s Ace Hardware and The Payroll Department

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Search for Missing Hiker Updates
Jul19

Search for Missing Hiker Updates

Posted on Jul 19, 2023

Organizers have announced they are closing the public search for missing hiker Ian O’Brian after two weeks of searching. The City of Durango has voted how best to distribute the $361,084 in excess 2022 Lodger’s Tax. Come celebrate 100 years of one of the iconic engines from the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad at the Animas Museum, and voluntary water restrictions are in place as repairs progress on the pipeline under Goeglein Gulch. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Tafoya Barrett and Associates and Happy Pappy’s Pizza & Wings

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The Summer of Free Transportation
Jul19

The Summer of Free Transportation

Posted on Jul 19, 2023

Durango Transit is halfway through its second summer of free transit, thanks to funding from Senate Bill 260 and the City of Durango. With an eye to reducing carbon usage over the summer, and removing barriers to transportation, the program so far has been an overwhelming success, with buses being full more often than not. By Hannah Robertson. The story is sponsored by Tafoya, Barrett, and Associates and Serious Texas BBQ

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Non-Profit Brings Water to Navajo Reservation Homes
Jul19

Non-Profit Brings Water to Navajo Reservation Homes

Posted on Jul 19, 2023

Fundamental Needs, a Cortez-based non-profit, began by helping out on the Navajo Reservation during the pandemic. Ultimately, the founder’s discovered water was one of the most desired resources on the reservation. It developed a program that installs water systems for individual dwellings that don’t have access to clean water. In 2023, the non-profit will continue its expansion into the Farmington and Shiprock areas. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Three Rivers Brewing and The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College

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POPS NIGHT: A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS
Jul18

POPS NIGHT: A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS

Posted on Jul 18, 2023

POPS NIGHT: A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS | MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS BENEFIT DINNER & CONCERT SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION Don’t miss one of our community’s most anticipated events and our biggest fundraiser of the year, featuring guest conductor, the incomparable Richard Kaufman!   Delicious food and incredible music compete for center stage at this elaborate evening designed to bring you the glamor of Hollywood’s most...

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CHRISTMAS IN JULY
Jul18

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

Posted on Jul 18, 2023

CHRISTMAS IN JULY SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us for Christmas in July – a holiday craft market! Start your shopping early by supporting local artisans and vendors and surprise your loved ones with one of a kind gifts. The market will be held on Saturday, July 22nd at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. LOCATION La Plata County Fairgrounds 2500 Main Ave Durango,CO81301 Post courtesy of...

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