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Escalante Middle School announces honor roll
Education

Escalante Middle School announces honor roll

June 21, 2019

Grade six John Aaland, Claudia Aggeler, Kiaira Aguilar, Ava Allen, Jaylyn Allmon, Cara Bard, Olivia Becher, Averly Bradley, Ayden Brandt, Cassie Brunson, Ian Bumpus, Britton Burgess, Allison Cannon, Katelyn Chadborn,…

Durango announces turf fertilization schedule
Local News

Durango announces turf fertilization schedule

June 21, 2019

Monday: Devin Hart Soccer Field at Riverview Sports Complex and Folsom Park.Tuesday: Santa Rita Park and Confluence Park at Three Springs.Wednesday: Pioneer Park and Brookside Park (organic fertilizer).Thursday: Riverfront Park,…

Statewide seat belt enforcement begins
Local News

Statewide seat belt enforcement begins

June 20, 2019

Fines for not buckling up start at $65, and drivers caught with an improperly restrained child can receive a minimum fine of $82. Colorado’s seat belt laws: Adults – Colorado…

Spring Creek Horse Rescue to host adoption event
Community

Spring Creek Horse Rescue to host adoption event

June 20, 2019

The community is invited to meet the horse and support the rescue. The rescue is currently accepting donations for the garage sale. Items should be clean and salable. For more…

Learn self-defense basics at Pine River Library
Pine River Times news

Learn self-defense basics at Pine River Library

June 20, 2019

Jiu Jitsu employs leverage, technique and timing so almost anyone, regardless of age or their athletic ability, can use these techniques and make them work against larger opponents. She will…

Allison Church to host pig roast
Pine River Times news

Allison Church to host pig roast

June 20, 2019

The pig roast is a fundraiser and chance to visit with friends and neighbors. Tickets are $12 for adults, $5 for children aged 6-12, and children under 6 are free.

Library to host family field day
Pine River Times news

Library to host family field day

June 20, 2019

Try your hand at ping pong, corn hole, Frisbee golf and more. Local professional pickleball player Vivian Edwards will be on hand all afternoon to teach the basics of the…

La Plata Dems On the Move to host luncheon
Community

La Plata Dems On the Move to host luncheon

June 19, 2019

The panel will include: La Plata County Commissioner Clyde Church, La Plata County Sheriff Sean Smith, County Treasurer Allison Aichele, County Assessor Carrie Woodson and Durango City Councilors Barbara Noseworthy…

Evryman men’s group to meet
Community

Evryman men’s group to meet

June 19, 2019

Evryman promotes connecting men more deeply to themselves and their relationships. All men are welcomed. Enter the building on the north (river) side. The meeting is held downstairs. For more…

Claire Roser named to dean’s list
Education

Claire Roser named to dean’s list

June 19, 2019

Dean’s list students have attained a grade point average of 3.3 or better out of a possible 4.0 at the end of the semester.

Cattlemen and Cowbelles award scholarships
Education

Cattlemen and Cowbelles award scholarships

June 19, 2019

The La Plata County Cowbelles have announced the winners of their annual scholarship program. The Cowbelles will award three $1,000 scholarships for the 2019-20 school year. The recipients are Jessica…

SJMA to offer guided nature walks
Community

SJMA to offer guided nature walks

June 19, 2019

The first nature walks on June 25 and 27 will start at 10:45 a.m. and will not include the chairlift ride. Regular tours with the chair ride will take place…

Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering to host fundraiser
Community

Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering to host fundraiser

June 19, 2019

This year’s fundraiser will feature live music from the Tim Sullivan Band, with intermission entertainment provided by local youth performers. Bring you own picnic, or buy Angus burgers and brats…

ROAR coalition formed to support young adults
Health

ROAR coalition formed to support young adults

June 19, 2019

ROAR is a community-driven, grassroots, prevention and health-promotion coalition that aims to increase healthy, positive youth development while improving the well-being of the community. ROAR’s efforts focus on middle school…

CDOT to offer workshop for sub-contractors
Business

CDOT to offer workshop for sub-contractors

June 19, 2019

A major design-build project will start soon and sub-contractors from minority, woman-owned and Native American businesses are eligible for these contracts. Learn how CDOT buys goods and services and how…

SBDC to offer digital marketing workshop
Business

SBDC to offer digital marketing workshop

June 19, 2019

Instructor, consultant and graphic designer, Khara Wolf, has helped local, national and international businesses through her consulting firm based in Durango. Learn to customize your digital marketing strategy for optimal…