Local Briefs

SASO seeks volunteers
Community

SASO seeks volunteers

September 19, 2019

SASO is dedicated to providing advocacy to victims of sexual assault and providing education and prevention programs aimed at increasing public awareness and safety to stop sexual violence through an…

Ska Brewing to host youth empowerment silent auction
Local News

Ska Brewing to host youth empowerment silent auction

September 19, 2019

The auction will benefit teenagers in Durango and the surrounding communities. Tiospaye is working to create and fundraise for a training serving 20 to 25 local teenagers that teaches them…

9-R Special Education Advisory Committee to meet
Education

9-R Special Education Advisory Committee to meet

September 19, 2019

This meeting will provide an SEAC overview, cover the mission and by-laws, set goals for the year and share information on Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and the Individualized Education Plan…

Manna to host connected parenting class
Community

Manna to host connected parenting class

September 19, 2019

The class is geared toward parents, grandparents and caregivers of children, and will explore empowering youths to recognize and speak what’s true for them, while offering adults the tools to…

Guinn Unger to present Medicare for All talk
Community

Guinn Unger to present Medicare for All talk

September 19, 2019

The talk will be a free, nonpartisan presentation and dialogue. Participants will learn about the existing health care payment system and the misinformation that is being spread for political purposes.…

Powerhouse to host Lost Walks performance
Community

Powerhouse to host Lost Walks performance

September 19, 2019

Lost Walks band integrates music and dance to tell a story and bring awareness to conservation and the reintroduction of the wolf species. Their mission is to create a sustainable…

Durango School District announces leadership program
Education

Durango School District announces leadership program

September 19, 2019

The program is geared toward those who are curious about the business behind education; how schools are funded and how are those funds allocated to schools; what the teacher evaluation…

Rainbow Youth Center to host fall fundraiser
Community

Rainbow Youth Center to host fall fundraiser

September 19, 2019

The community is invited to enjoy cocktails, appetizers and live music. This is a 21 and older event. Tickets are $25 and may be purchased at the door. All proceeds…

Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering seeks parade entrants
Community

Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering seeks parade entrants

September 19, 2019

A chuckwagon breakfast will kick off the parade from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Fifth Street and Main Avenue. For more information, to enter or to volunteer, visit www.durangocowboygathering.org or…

The Club – Dems on the Move to host talk
Community

The Club – Dems on the Move to host talk

September 19, 2019

Chairwoman of the La Plata County Board of County Commissioners Julie Westendorff will give a presentation about county revenue issues, including recommendations made by the Long-term Finance Committee. Tickets are…

Manna to host fundraiser
Community

Manna to host fundraiser

September 19, 2019

Entry will include appetizers, a live and silent auction, live music by Mark Palmer and Bailey Barnes-Fagg and two drink vouchers. Students from Manna’s Culinary Program will also prepare and…

Durango Arts Center to host autumn arts festival
Arts and Entertainment

Durango Arts Center to host autumn arts festival

September 19, 2019

The festival will feature fine art and fine craft from around the country. Music, food and drinks will also be available. Organized as a benefit event by and for the…

Pediatric Associates of Durango to host open house
Health

Pediatric Associates of Durango to host open house

September 19, 2019

Dr. Pakhi Chaudhuri and Nurse Practitioner Jessica Rensner would like to honor Dr. William Streusand and Kim Kelley, licensed professional counselor, as part of the integrated behavioral health team. Gluten-free,…

Pilates Durango to host grand reopening celebration
Business

Pilates Durango to host grand reopening celebration

September 18, 2019

Following an expansion and remodel, Pilates Durango will host a grand reopening Sept. 27.Courtesy of Pilates Durango Stop by and meet owners Marisa Haga and Rhonda Unkovskoy and instructors Lori…

Bear Smart reminds residents about securing trash
Local News

Bear Smart reminds residents about securing trash

September 18, 2019

The city and county have ordinances meant to reduce the amount of trash available to bears, and both require residents to report violations to be effective. City residents should call…

DGOV reminds viewers to rescan TVs
Local News

DGOV reminds viewers to rescan TVs

September 18, 2019

DGOV channels 10.1, 10.2 and 10.3 are not changing channel identification numbers, but will be viewable only after rescanning. Rescanning is a simple three step process: Press menu on the…

Tico Time River Resort opens south of Durango
Business

Tico Time River Resort opens south of Durango

September 18, 2019

The RV resort is located on the Animas River and features a river take-out, river access, a large selection of on-site activities such as rafting, paddle boarding and kayaking, local…

Comfort Keepers welcomes Martha Poulin
Business

Comfort Keepers welcomes Martha Poulin

September 18, 2019

Poulin is a professional caregiver, teacher and mentor who works with diverse groups of people to access care, provide education and direction and empower others to do their best and…

City of Durango seeks input on drought plan
Local News

City of Durango seeks input on drought plan

September 16, 2019

The plan is designed to identify and formalize methods of drought identification, mitigation and response. The Drought Committee, which includes representatives from various city departments, the Utilities Commission and Fort…

La Plata County Farm Bureau to celebrate 100th anniversary
Southwest Life

La Plata County Farm Bureau to celebrate 100th anniversary

September 16, 2019

Kate Greenberg, Colorado’s new agriculture commissioner and former Durango resident, will be speak. The La Plata County Farm Bureau will also premiere a “Perspectives on Agriculture” video by Will Witt,…