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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?
- Animas River Trail Mural Project
Trout Wall Mural Anticipates Completion in July 2007
- 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.
- City Begins Work on Downtown Sidewalk Design Project
The City of Durango is undertaking a redesign and upgrade of its downtown pedestrian areas, including sidewalks, curbs, crossings and streetscapes.
- 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
- "700 Main Ave. Disaster Relief Fund" Established
In the wake of the devastating fire that destroyed three thriving businesses in Historic Downtown Durango, the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) has established the “700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund.”
- "700 Main Ave. Disaster Relief Fund" Established
In the wake of the devastating fire that destroyed three thriving businesses in Historic Downtown Durango, the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) has established the “700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund.”
- Durango Coffee Company supports “700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund”
With hope that other businesses will follow suit, Tim Wheeler, Durango Business Improvement District (BID) board member, has announced that for the next two weeks, 5 percent of daily sales at his retail business, Durango Coffee Company, will be contribute
- Durango Coffee Company supports “700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund”
With hope that other businesses will follow suit, Tim Wheeler, Durango Business Improvement District (BID) board member, has announced that for the next two weeks, 5 percent of daily sales at his retail business, Durango Coffee Company, will be contribute
- Downtown Durango Fire Relief Update - Feb. 25, Noon
BID moving ahead with plans for “700 Block Disaster Relief Fund;" monies will be collected under auspices of the Community Foundation.
- Downtown Durango Fire Relief Update - Feb. 25, Noon
BID moving ahead with plans for “700 Block Disaster Relief Fund;" monies will be collected under auspices of the Community Foundation.
- Historic Downtown Durango—Business as usual!
Durango’s nationally acclaimed historic downtown opened for business as usual this morning despite the absence of three popular Main Avenue businesses.
- Historic Downtown Durango—Business as usual!
Durango’s nationally acclaimed historic downtown opened for business as usual this morning despite the absence of three popular Main Avenue businesses.
- Historic Downtown Durango—Business as usual!
Durango’s nationally acclaimed historic downtown opened for business as usual this morning despite the absence of three popular Main Avenue businesses.
- Historic Downtown Durango—Business as usual!
Durango’s nationally acclaimed historic downtown opened for business as usual this morning despite the absence of three popular Main Avenue businesses.
- Historic Downtown Durango—Business as usual!
Durango’s nationally acclaimed historic downtown opened for business as usual this morning despite the absence of three popular Main Avenue businesses.
- Businesses step up to support Downtown fire relief efforts
Creative fund raising activities will enhance 700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund.
- Businesses step up to support Downtown fire relief efforts
Creative fund raising activities will enhance 700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund.
- 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
- BID/Community Foundation partner to distribute downtown fire relief funds
Protocol in place to provide assistance to those impacted by Main Ave. fire.
- BID/Community Foundation partner to distribute downtown fire relief funds
Protocol in place to provide assistance to those impacted by Main Ave. fire.
- Feds to probe Main Avenue explosion
Investigators will examine site and interview firefighters
- Feds to probe Main Avenue explosion
Investigators will examine site and interview firefighters
- Owner looks ahead to rebuilding after Main Avenue fire
- Owner looks ahead to rebuilding after Main Avenue fire
- In the wake of the fire, Durango remains "Alive"
This Downtown is not “down.” It’s Durango. Even in the face of disaster, magic happens here.
- In the wake of the fire, Durango remains "Alive"
This Downtown is not “down.” It’s Durango. Even in the face of disaster, magic happens here.
- “700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund” committee takes initial steps
- “700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund” committee takes initial steps
- “700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund” committee takes initial steps
- “700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund” committee takes initial steps
- Steamworks to host benefit for 700 Main Avenue Relief Fund
Steamworks Brewing Co. steps up to assist those impacted by the Main Avenue fire.
- Steamworks to host benefit for 700 Main Avenue Relief Fund
Steamworks Brewing Co. steps up to assist those impacted by the Main Avenue fire.
- Steamworks to host benefit for 700 Main Avenue Relief Fund
Steamworks Brewing Co. steps up to assist those impacted by the Main Avenue fire.
- Downtown community gathering to celebrate Durango’s spirit/resilience
The City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host a community gathering, designed to celebrate Durango’s spirit and resilience, Friday, March 21, 3 to 5 p.m., in the 700 block of Main Avenue.
- Downtown community gathering to celebrate Durango’s spirit/resilience
The City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host a community gathering, designed to celebrate Durango’s spirit and resilience, Friday, March 21, 3 to 5 p.m., in the 700 block of Main Avenue.
- Downtown community gathering to celebrate Durango’s spirit/resilience
The City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host a community gathering, designed to celebrate Durango’s spirit and resilience, Friday, March 21, 3 to 5 p.m., in the 700 block of Main Avenue.
- Downtown community gathering to celebrate Durango’s spirit/resilience
The City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host a community gathering, designed to celebrate Durango’s spirit and resilience, Friday, March 21, 3 to 5 p.m., in the 700 block of Main Avenue.
- City sends cleanup notices
- Smoke damage no easy fix
- In the wake of the fire, Durango remains "Alive"
- Half Price Tees Back in Business
Only two weeks after their building was completely destroyed by the 700 Main Avenue fire, Durango Embroidery & Print, the custom division of Half Price Tees, delivered 200 custom silk screened t-shirts to the Destination Imagination competition held March
- Half Price Tees Back in Business
Only two weeks after their building was completely destroyed by the 700 Main Avenue fire, Durango Embroidery & Print, the custom division of Half Price Tees, delivered 200 custom silk screened t-shirts to the Destination Imagination competition held March
- Half Price Tees Back in Business
Only two weeks after their building was completely destroyed by the 700 Main Avenue fire, Durango Embroidery & Print, the custom division of Half Price Tees, delivered 200 custom silk screened t-shirts to the Destination Imagination competition held March
- Half Price Tees Back in Business
Only two weeks after their building was completely destroyed by the 700 Main Avenue fire, Durango Embroidery & Print, the custom division of Half Price Tees, delivered 200 custom silk screened t-shirts to the Destination Imagination competition held March
- People pack Main Ave. for fire tribute
- People pack Main Ave. for fire tribute
- People pack Main Ave. for fire tribute
- People pack Main Ave. for fire tribute
- 700 Main Avenue Demolition Makes Progress
The three burned structures in the 700 block of Main Avenue are currently being demolished. The contract for demolition is with Interstate Restoration and the main sub contractor is Kingston Environmental Companies.
- 700 Main Avenue Demolition Makes Progress
The three burned structures in the 700 block of Main Avenue are currently being demolished. The contract for demolition is with Interstate Restoration and the main sub contractor is Kingston Environmental Companies.
- 700 Main Avenue Demolition Makes Progress
The three burned structures in the 700 block of Main Avenue are currently being demolished. The contract for demolition is with Interstate Restoration and the main sub contractor is Kingston Environmental Companies.
- 700 Main Avenue Demolition Makes Progress
The three burned structures in the 700 block of Main Avenue are currently being demolished. The contract for demolition is with Interstate Restoration and the main sub contractor is Kingston Environmental Companies.
- SAN JUAN SYMPHONY RAISES $8,160 TO BENEFIT THE 700 MAIN DISASTER RELIEF FUND
The capacity crowd at San Juan Symphony’s Music for Main concert at the Henry Strater Theatre on April 5 helped raise $8,160 for the benefit of the 700 Main Disaster Relief Fund according to SJS Executive Director Kathy Myrick.
- SAN JUAN SYMPHONY RAISES $8,160 TO BENEFIT THE 700 MAIN DISASTER RELIEF FUND
The capacity crowd at San Juan Symphony’s Music for Main concert at the Henry Strater Theatre on April 5 helped raise $8,160 for the benefit of the 700 Main Disaster Relief Fund according to SJS Executive Director Kathy Myrick.
- SAN JUAN SYMPHONY RAISES $8,160 TO BENEFIT THE 700 MAIN DISASTER RELIEF FUND
The capacity crowd at San Juan Symphony’s Music for Main concert at the Henry Strater Theatre on April 5 helped raise $8,160 for the benefit of the 700 Main Disaster Relief Fund according to SJS Executive Director Kathy Myrick.
- SAN JUAN SYMPHONY RAISES $8,160 TO BENEFIT THE 700 MAIN DISASTER RELIEF FUND
The capacity crowd at San Juan Symphony’s Music for Main concert at the Henry Strater Theatre on April 5 helped raise $8,160 for the benefit of the 700 Main Disaster Relief Fund according to SJS Executive Director Kathy Myrick.
- SAN JUAN SYMPHONY RAISES $8,160 TO BENEFIT THE 700 MAIN DISASTER RELIEF FUND
The capacity crowd at San Juan Symphony’s Music for Main concert at the Henry Strater Theatre on April 5 helped raise $8,160 for the benefit of the 700 Main Disaster Relief Fund according to SJS Executive Director Kathy Myrick.
- Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area
On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th
- Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area
On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th
- Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area
On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th
- Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area
On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th
- Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area
On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th
- New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave.
Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org.
- New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave.
Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org.
- New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave.
Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org.
- New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave.
Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org.
- New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave.
Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org.
- "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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The San Juan Symphony announces a very special concert, Music for Main, to benefit the 700 Main Avenue Disaster Relief Fund and the victims of the downtown Durango fire on February 22. The concert is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 7:30 pm at the Henry Strater Theater. Tickets are $40 per person and all proceeds will be donated to the Relief Fund. Seating is limited. To purchase tickets, please visit the downtown box office of the Community Concert Hall at 707 ½ Main Ave. (behind Magpie's), call the box office at 247-7657, or purchase tickets online at www.durangoconcerts.com.
For more information, call Kathy Myrick at the San Juan Symphony office at 382-9753 or visit www.sanjuansymphony.org. |