Local Briefs

Downs, McDonough & Cowan announces new partner
Business

Downs, McDonough & Cowan announces new partner

August 14, 2019

Foleydu1-i-syn The firm devotes 100% of its practice to individuals who are needing assistance with serious personal injuries. Foley holds an undergraduate degree from Georgetown University and attended law school…

BPX Durango Inc. announces new location
Business

BPX Durango Inc. announces new location

August 14, 2019

Penny Fisher, a federally licensed enrolled agent, has been working from the West Building on Second Avenue for over six years. This month, Fisher has moved her offices from the…

Surf ‘N Tacos now open in Hermosa
Business

Surf ‘N Tacos now open in Hermosa

August 14, 2019

Jorge and Emily Gutierrez recently opened Surf ‘N Tacos food truck next to the Speedway gas station in Hermosa, 32225 Highway 550.Courtesy of Surf ‘N Tacos The grand opening was…

Durangoan Cody Doig named to Sportsperson’s Roundtable
Southwest Life

Durangoan Cody Doig named to Sportsperson’s Roundtable

August 14, 2019

The Colorado Sportsperson’s Roundtable convenes twice a year. At the next meeting, they will cover recent changes to the big game season structure, agency efforts to increase access for hunting…

Botanical Society to present plant photography workshop
Southwest Life

Botanical Society to present plant photography workshop

August 14, 2019

David Porter with Durango’s David Porter Studios and Durango School of Photography will lead the workshop. The workshop will cover photographic techniques and equipment to help participants get professional-looking photos…

San Juan National Forest Fire Program announces open positions
Local News

San Juan National Forest Fire Program announces open positions

August 14, 2019

Positions are available in San Juan National Forest headquarters (Durango): dispatch, interagency hot-shot crew, interagency helitack crew and airtanker base. Applicants must apply to the specific vacancy announcements listed at…

Forest Service announces prescribed burns in San Juans
Pine River Times news

Forest Service announces prescribed burns in San Juans

August 14, 2019

Burning operations in the area may continue throughout October, weather permitting. This planned event will use both ground and aerial ignition methods, while also following the weather and fuel perimeters…

Library to host outdoor games, BBQ potluck
Pine River Times news

Library to host outdoor games, BBQ potluck

August 14, 2019

Try your hand at pingpong, corn hole, Frisbee golf and more. Learn the basics of pickleball on the court in the park. The library will provide free hotdogs and drinks,…

Sonflower Christian Preschool opens registration
Education

Sonflower Christian Preschool opens registration

August 13, 2019

Sonflower Christian Preschool partners with families to educate the whole child – soul, mind and body – in a loving, Christian environment. For more information, call 289-2800 or visit www.…

Durango Adult Education Center announces fall classes
Education

Durango Adult Education Center announces fall classes

August 13, 2019

On-site child care will be available for evening classes. Pre-registration is required for classes. For more information about programs and services, visit www.durangoadulted.org or call 385-4354.

Mountain Studies Institute seeks volunteers for Ophir Fen work
Local News

Mountain Studies Institute seeks volunteers for Ophir Fen work

August 13, 2019

Mountain Studies Institute will lead a volunteer work day at Ophir Fen on Friday.Courtesy Fens are groundwater-driven peatlands, which provide valuable ecosystem services to our watershed. Work will include transplanting…

Pine River Library book sale is Aug. 15
Pine River Times news

Pine River Library book sale is Aug. 15

August 13, 2019

Choose from a variety of books and pick up some great reads. For more information, call the library at 884-2222, ext. 510.

Bayfield Block Party on Aug. 15 to feature Carbon Red
Pine River Times news

Bayfield Block Party on Aug. 15 to feature Carbon Red

August 13, 2019

Bring you lawn chairs and enjoy live music, dancing, food, vendor booths and more. This is a family-friendly event. Carbon Red is a four-piece group out of Pagosa Springs with…

Enjoy donuts with library director on Aug. 15
Pine River Times news

Enjoy donuts with library director on Aug. 15

August 13, 2019

The public is invited to stop by the library and chat with Library Director Shelley Walchak about how the Pine River Library can better meet your needs. Free donuts will…

CHAMP seeks public comment on industrial hemp issues
Southwest Life

CHAMP seeks public comment on industrial hemp issues

August 12, 2019

The meeting will be held in partnership with Fort Lewis College and the Southern Ute Indian and Ute Mountain Ute tribes for the purpose of gathering public comment about specific…

Front hill to FLC closed through Tuesday
Local News

Front hill to FLC closed through Tuesday

August 10, 2019

The closure is required to complete a construction project to repair erosion, provide slope stabilization and implement drainage improvements along East Eighth Avenue FLC may be accessed by Goeglein Gulch…

Lane to be closed on Animas View Drive
Local News

Lane to be closed on Animas View Drive

August 10, 2019

Construction will happen between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. and is anticipated to last through Aug. 16. Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to use caution…

Durango Bird Club to meet at Fort Lewis College
Southwest Life

Durango Bird Club to meet at Fort Lewis College

August 10, 2019

The meeting will explore the ways birds react to human-caused noise in their environment and how their habitat is indirectly affected by noise. The program will follow a short 15-…

LPEA warns members of phone scam
Local News

LPEA warns members of phone scam

August 9, 2019

The current scam claims Xcel Energy (which serves the Denver area) will disconnect power for lack of payment. LPEA does not make phone calls threatening to immediately disconnect anyone’s electricity…

City of Durango seeks boards and commission volunteers
Local News

City of Durango seeks boards and commission volunteers

August 9, 2019

Community Relations Commission.Multimodal Advisory Board (business representative).Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (alternate member).Durango’s boards and commissions provide a foundation for public input and are a way for citizens residents to…

City announces roller hockey leagues
Community

City announces roller hockey leagues

August 9, 2019

Play at Chapman Hill in the adult and youth roller hockey league for ages 6 and older. Youths will play at 6 p.m. and adults will play at 7 p.m.…