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- Popular Durango-based artist Deborah Gorton launches web site
Artist’s mixed media work and class information now at www.deborahgorton.com
- Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations
The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations
- Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations
The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations
- Durango is a doggone friendly town!
When you’re ready to escape the dog-eat-dog world of the big city, Durango is the natural choice.
- High Altitude Culinary Heaven
The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub.
- High Altitude Culinary Heaven
The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub.
- High Altitude Culinary Heaven
The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub.
- Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf
From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post
- Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf
From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post
- Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki"
This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango
- Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki"
This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango
- Croque Monsieur
This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France.
- Croque Monsieur
This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France.
- 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local
Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible.
- 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local
Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible.
- This Ecological Footprint Quiz
Ever wondered how much "nature" your lifestyle requires?
- Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons
- Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons
- Trout Wall Public Art Work Nears Completion
After three months of volunteering by a group of Durango middle school and local area high school students, the Animas River Trail Mural Trout Wall is nearing completion.
- Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class
Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class.
- Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class
Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class.
- Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind”
100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power”
- Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind”
100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power”
- Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind”
100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power”
- Home Composting Bins Available From The City of Durango
- The Smiley Garden: Locally grown food making sense for Durango, the world
The miracle of nature is now very evident at the Smiley Garden, located along East Third Ave. on the east side of the historic Smiley Building. A model for sustainability, the Smiley Building is owned by Charles Shaw and his wife Lisa Bodwalk.
- Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update
Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors.
- Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update
Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors.
- Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway
The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango.
- Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway
The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango.
- August 2007 Steering Committee Meeting Minutes
- DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page
Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion
- DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page
Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion
- DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page
Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion
- 4-H Barbecue Cook-off offers old-fashioned camaraderie
La Plata County’s largest fundraising event proves to be an opportunity for enjoying friendships, good food and a bit of days gone by.
By Indiana Reed
- Winter storms trigger power outages throughout the region
Heavy, wet snow is not a friend to electrical lines – a fact that was brought home with a vengeance to the 9300-plus La Plata Electric Association customers in Archuleta County, and almost as many in the Pine River Valley area of La Plata County, beginnin
- Winter storms trigger power outages throughout the region
Heavy, wet snow is not a friend to electrical lines – a fact that was brought home with a vengeance to the 9300-plus La Plata Electric Association customers in Archuleta County, and almost as many in the Pine River Valley area of La Plata County, beginnin
- Citizen Cooperation Requested for Effective Snow Removal
With 71 miles of streets to maintain, it is important that residents understand the City's snow removal program. Citizens' cooperation is essential in making the program successful.
- Citizen Cooperation Requested for Effective Snow Removal
With 71 miles of streets to maintain, it is important that residents understand the City's snow removal program. Citizens' cooperation is essential in making the program successful.
- Holidazzle Window Display winners announced
Local businesses helped put the “dazzle” into the 3rd Annual Holidazzle by participating in the holiday window display competition. Twenty Holidazzling “winners” were named during the secret judging held on Noel Night.
- Holidazzle Window Display winners announced
Local businesses helped put the “dazzle” into the 3rd Annual Holidazzle by participating in the holiday window display competition. Twenty Holidazzling “winners” were named during the secret judging held on Noel Night.
- Holidazzle Window Display winners announced
Local businesses helped put the “dazzle” into the 3rd Annual Holidazzle by participating in the holiday window display competition. Twenty Holidazzling “winners” were named during the secret judging held on Noel Night.
- LPEA announces Green Power rate reduction
Rate for optional renewable energy purchase to be $0.80 per 100kWh block.
- LPEA announces Green Power rate reduction
Rate for optional renewable energy purchase to be $0.80 per 100kWh block.
- LPEA announces Green Power rate reduction
Rate for optional renewable energy purchase to be $0.80 per 100kWh block.
- DURANGO SELECTED AS THE NEXT BEST PLACE
Ski Magazine picks town and resort as the place to watch, again
- DURANGO SELECTED AS THE NEXT BEST PLACE
Ski Magazine picks town and resort as the place to watch, again
- DURANGO SELECTED AS THE NEXT BEST PLACE
Ski Magazine picks town and resort as the place to watch, again
- College Scholarships available through La Plata Electric Association
La Plata and Archuleta County high school seniors interested in pursuing careers in the rural electric industry are eligible for one of two scholarships offered by LPEA.
- College Scholarships available through La Plata Electric Association
La Plata and Archuleta County high school seniors interested in pursuing careers in the rural electric industry are eligible for one of two scholarships offered by LPEA.
- College Scholarships available through La Plata Electric Association
La Plata and Archuleta County high school seniors interested in pursuing careers in the rural electric industry are eligible for one of two scholarships offered by LPEA.
- “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth
Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band.
- “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth
Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band.
- “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth
Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band.
- “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth
Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band.
- La Plata County Historical Society receives 2008 Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation
Lt. Gov. O’Brien presents Colorado Historical Society award for restoration of historic Animas City School.
- La Plata County Historical Society receives 2008 Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation
Lt. Gov. O’Brien presents Colorado Historical Society award for restoration of historic Animas City School.
- THE STATE OF LA PLATA COUNTY
The President delivers the State of the Union address and the Governor reports on the State of the State, so it is only appropriate that the residents of La Plata County should receive a State of the County report from the County Commissioners concerning
- THE STATE OF LA PLATA COUNTY
The President delivers the State of the Union address and the Governor reports on the State of the State, so it is only appropriate that the residents of La Plata County should receive a State of the County report from the County Commissioners concerning
- THE STATE OF LA PLATA COUNTY
The President delivers the State of the Union address and the Governor reports on the State of the State, so it is only appropriate that the residents of La Plata County should receive a State of the County report from the County Commissioners concerning
- County Announces Selection of New County Manager
After a four-month search, the Board of County Commissioners announced their intent to enter into an employment agreement with Shawn Nau of Maricopa County, Arizona to become the La Plata County Manager.
- County Announces Selection of New County Manager
After a four-month search, the Board of County Commissioners announced their intent to enter into an employment agreement with Shawn Nau of Maricopa County, Arizona to become the La Plata County Manager.
- County Announces Selection of New County Manager
After a four-month search, the Board of County Commissioners announced their intent to enter into an employment agreement with Shawn Nau of Maricopa County, Arizona to become the La Plata County Manager.
- Durango's Police Chief Announces His Retirement
The City of Durango's Police Chief Al Bell has announced his retirement after a 37-year career. Chief Bell has spent the last 14 years of his career with the Durango Police Department.
- Durango's Police Chief Announces His Retirement
The City of Durango's Police Chief Al Bell has announced his retirement after a 37-year career. Chief Bell has spent the last 14 years of his career with the Durango Police Department.
- State Historical Fund Awards more than $7 million in grants to help preserve Colorado’s heritage
February 1, 2008— The State Historical Fund, a program of the Colorado Historical Society, has awarded 60 grants for historic preservation totaling $7,124,311 for the second competitive grant round of Fiscal Year 2008.
- State Historical Fund Awards more than $7 million in grants to help preserve Colorado’s heritage
February 1, 2008— The State Historical Fund, a program of the Colorado Historical Society, has awarded 60 grants for historic preservation totaling $7,124,311 for the second competitive grant round of Fiscal Year 2008.
- WRC, Mercy to Host Free Movie During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
On Tuesday, February 26, the Women’s Resource Center and Mercy Regional Medical Center will host a free sneak preview of the film “Beauty Mark,” which explores the personal and cultural demands for beauty and perfection, followed by a discussion among au
- WRC, Mercy to Host Free Movie During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
On Tuesday, February 26, the Women’s Resource Center and Mercy Regional Medical Center will host a free sneak preview of the film “Beauty Mark,” which explores the personal and cultural demands for beauty and perfection, followed by a discussion among au
- WRC, Mercy to Host Free Movie During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
On Tuesday, February 26, the Women’s Resource Center and Mercy Regional Medical Center will host a free sneak preview of the film “Beauty Mark,” which explores the personal and cultural demands for beauty and perfection, followed by a discussion among au
- Explosion rips through downtown; 3 firefighters injured
- Explosion rips through downtown; 3 firefighters injured
- Explosion rips through downtown; 3 firefighters injured
- Explosion rips through downtown; 3 firefighters injured
- Three businesses explode in Durango; 7 injured
- Three businesses explode in Durango; 7 injured
- Three businesses explode in Durango; 7 injured
- Three businesses explode in Durango; 7 injured
- Blast sends shock wave through crowd
- Blast sends shock wave through crowd
- Blast sends shock wave through crowd
- Karen Barger of Seasons Rotisserie and Grill--statement to the press and community
Seasons Rotisserie and Grill in Durango, Colorado would like to thank Fire and Rescue, police, emergency officials and others who assisted in the fire and its effect on February 22.
- Karen Barger of Seasons Rotisserie and Grill--statement to the press and community
Seasons Rotisserie and Grill in Durango, Colorado would like to thank Fire and Rescue, police, emergency officials and others who assisted in the fire and its effect on February 22.
- Karen Barger of Seasons Rotisserie and Grill--statement to the press and community
Seasons Rotisserie and Grill in Durango, Colorado would like to thank Fire and Rescue, police, emergency officials and others who assisted in the fire and its effect on February 22.
- Karen Barger of Seasons Rotisserie and Grill--statement to the press and community
Seasons Rotisserie and Grill in Durango, Colorado would like to thank Fire and Rescue, police, emergency officials and others who assisted in the fire and its effect on February 22.
- Firefighters Battle Downtown Durango Blaze
- Firefighters Battle Downtown Durango Blaze
- Firefighters Battle Downtown Durango Blaze
- Firefighters Battle Downtown Durango Blaze
- Fire started above Seasons
- Fire started above Seasons
- Fire started above Seasons
- Fire started above Seasons
- Burned Durango buildings more than 100 years old
- Burned Durango buildings more than 100 years old
- Burned Durango buildings more than 100 years old
- Burned Durango buildings more than 100 years old
- Commissioners Express Thanks TO FIREFIGHTERS, First Responders, AND COMMUNITY
The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners would like to express their gratitude for the cooperative effort put forth in combating the fire that occurred on Friday, February 22, 2008 and destroyed Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Half-Price Tees and Le
- Commissioners Express Thanks TO FIREFIGHTERS, First Responders, AND COMMUNITY
The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners would like to express their gratitude for the cooperative effort put forth in combating the fire that occurred on Friday, February 22, 2008 and destroyed Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Half-Price Tees and Le
- Commissioners Express Thanks TO FIREFIGHTERS, First Responders, AND COMMUNITY
The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners would like to express their gratitude for the cooperative effort put forth in combating the fire that occurred on Friday, February 22, 2008 and destroyed Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Half-Price Tees and Le
- Commissioners Express Thanks TO FIREFIGHTERS, First Responders, AND COMMUNITY
The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners would like to express their gratitude for the cooperative effort put forth in combating the fire that occurred on Friday, February 22, 2008 and destroyed Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Half-Price Tees and Le
- Commissioners Express Thanks TO FIREFIGHTERS, First Responders, AND COMMUNITY
The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners would like to express their gratitude for the cooperative effort put forth in combating the fire that occurred on Friday, February 22, 2008 and destroyed Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Half-Price Tees and Le
- ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
There are times when families need special assistance in providing for essential needs. The risk of homelessness, unemployment, or utility shut-off can cause emergencies that threaten basic family well-being.
- ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
There are times when families need special assistance in providing for essential needs. The risk of homelessness, unemployment, or utility shut-off can cause emergencies that threaten basic family well-being.
- Cunningham withdraws name for 9-R superintendent
The Durango School District 9-R Board of Education released a statement today that Dr. Shalee Cunningham has withdrawn her name as a candidate for the position of superintendent for District 9-R.
- Cunningham withdraws name for 9-R superintendent
The Durango School District 9-R Board of Education released a statement today that Dr. Shalee Cunningham has withdrawn her name as a candidate for the position of superintendent for District 9-R.
- Cunningham withdraws name for 9-R superintendent
The Durango School District 9-R Board of Education released a statement today that Dr. Shalee Cunningham has withdrawn her name as a candidate for the position of superintendent for District 9-R.
- Cunningham withdraws name for 9-R superintendent
The Durango School District 9-R Board of Education released a statement today that Dr. Shalee Cunningham has withdrawn her name as a candidate for the position of superintendent for District 9-R.
- "Rhythms of Durango" Vol. 3 debuts to a packed house at the Henry Strater Theatre
Who needs Austin? Durango’s own music scene is on fire. The release of "Rhythms of Durango" Vol. 3 brought together local musicians and the community in celebration of the eclectic sounds of Downtown.
- "Rhythms of Durango" Vol. 3 debuts to a packed house at the Henry Strater Theatre
Who needs Austin? Durango’s own music scene is on fire. The release of "Rhythms of Durango" Vol. 3 brought together local musicians and the community in celebration of the eclectic sounds of Downtown.
- "Rhythms of Durango" Vol. 3 debuts to a packed house at the Henry Strater Theatre
Who needs Austin? Durango’s own music scene is on fire. The release of "Rhythms of Durango" Vol. 3 brought together local musicians and the community in celebration of the eclectic sounds of Downtown.
- "Rhythms of Durango" Vol. 3 debuts to a packed house at the Henry Strater Theatre
Who needs Austin? Durango’s own music scene is on fire. The release of "Rhythms of Durango" Vol. 3 brought together local musicians and the community in celebration of the eclectic sounds of Downtown.
- Railroad offering New Year's Eve special
Ring in the Durango & Silverton Narrow Guage Railroad's 128th year of continuous train service onboard a turn-of-the-century Presidential-class train.
- Railroad offering New Year's Eve special
Ring in the Durango & Silverton Narrow Guage Railroad's 128th year of continuous train service onboard a turn-of-the-century Presidential-class train.
- Railroad offering New Year's Eve special
Ring in the Durango & Silverton Narrow Guage Railroad's 128th year of continuous train service onboard a turn-of-the-century Presidential-class train.
- Rec Center leisure pool and hot tub closed Nov. 26
- US 160 East construction update
- Singing with Santa caroling procession Nov. 28
- Singing with Santa caroling procession Nov. 28
- Singing with Santa caroling procession Nov. 28
- Singing with Santa caroling procession Nov. 28
- Businessman’s pink hair pays off for cancer awareness
UltraSteam delivers checks to Mercy’s Breast Care Center and the Southwest Women’s Health Coalition.
- Businessman’s pink hair pays off for cancer awareness
UltraSteam delivers checks to Mercy’s Breast Care Center and the Southwest Women’s Health Coalition.
- Businessman’s pink hair pays off for cancer awareness
UltraSteam delivers checks to Mercy’s Breast Care Center and the Southwest Women’s Health Coalition.
- Public Meeting: US 160 and SH 172 Access Control Plan Study
- Public Meeting: Durango - Camino del Rio (SH 550) Access Control Plan Study
- City of Durango announces holiday schedule
- CDOT advises winter driving preparation
Motorists encouraged to winterize vehicles,
review safety tips, check roadway conditions each trip.
- CDOT advises winter driving preparation
Motorists encouraged to winterize vehicles,
review safety tips, check roadway conditions each trip.
- New Durango Public Library to open Dec. 1
- New Durango Public Library to open Dec. 1
- New Durango Public Library to open Dec. 1
- Focus groups to encourage community voices for POST master plan
- Durango showcased in top 10 'Christmas towns'
- Durango showcased in top 10 'Christmas towns'
- Durango showcased in top 10 'Christmas towns'
- Board of County Commissioners schedule, Dec. 1-5, 2008
- Animas Museum opens new pottery exhibit
- Animas Museum opens new pottery exhibit
- LPEA Outage Hotline - 10 a.m.
- LPEA Outage Hotline - Noon
- “Buck” comes to town and requests: “Look Local First”
Because of the potential economic impact, “Buy Local” is a mantra heard in communities large and small. In unique La Plata County fashion, however, the effort has a face, a personality and a name. Meet Buck…
- “Buck” comes to town and requests: “Look Local First”
Because of the potential economic impact, “Buy Local” is a mantra heard in communities large and small. In unique La Plata County fashion, however, the effort has a face, a personality and a name. Meet Buck…
- “Buck” comes to town and requests: “Look Local First”
Because of the potential economic impact, “Buy Local” is a mantra heard in communities large and small. In unique La Plata County fashion, however, the effort has a face, a personality and a name. Meet Buck…
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At 7:33 a.m. today a car in the Durango West I subdivision rear-ended a Durango School District 9-R bus due to icy road conditions. None of the nine students, the bus driver, or the driver of the car were injured in the accident. There was no reportable damage to the bus. No citations have been issued at this time. For more information, contact the Public Information Office at 247-5411, ext. 1400.
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