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Animas High School to host Senior Celebration
Education

Animas High School to host Senior Celebration

May 15, 2019

Celebrate the AHS Class of 2019 as they showcase their Senior Projects. All are welcome at this event – friends, families, mentors, community members and those who want to learn…

City announces lane closures on College Drive
Local News

City announces lane closures on College Drive

May 14, 2019

The project will start Thursday and is anticipated to conclude by May 24. Eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane. The traffic control will be set at 8:30 a.m.…

City seeks applications for commissions and boards
Local News

City seeks applications for commissions and boards

May 14, 2019

The Youth Engagement Program, made up of high school students, works with the mayor on youth-based issues in the community. Nine positions are available for the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Commission…

Register now for Pine River Festival Fun Run
Pine River Times news

Register now for Pine River Festival Fun Run

May 14, 2019

Day-of registration will begin at 8 a.m. The 5k will begin at 9 a.m. and the 1k will begin at 9:30 a.m. Registration is now open. Register online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pine-river-festival-tickets-59357197977.…

Coffee Klatch on tap in Bayfield
Pine River Times news

Coffee Klatch on tap in Bayfield

May 14, 2019

Minkler is contemplating running as an unaffiliated candidate for county commissioner representing District 3 in 2020. Come share your ideas for the future of La Plata County and learn more…

Enjoy Donuts with the Director at library
Pine River Times news

Enjoy Donuts with the Director at library

May 14, 2019

Everyone is invited to stop by the library and chat with Director Shelley Walchak about how the Pine River Library can better meet your needs. There will free donuts for…

Babysitter training available for teens
Pine River Times news

Babysitter training available for teens

May 14, 2019

This two-day course will train teens (12 to 18 years old) on basic child care, nutrition, diapering, entertaining kids, a basic understanding of early reading literacy and social/emotional literacy skills…

Author Luke Mehall to present new climbing book Thursday
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Author Luke Mehall to present new climbing book Thursday

May 13, 2019

Climber Luke Mehall’s latest book is “The Desert: A Dirtbag Climbing Book.”Courtesy of Luke Mehall “The Desert,” Mehall’s fifth and final book in his dirtbag climbing series, chronicles nearly two…

Charly Minkler considers bid for county commission
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Charly Minkler considers bid for county commission

May 13, 2019

Minkler is contemplating running as an unaffiliated candidate for the La Plata County Board of County Commissioners representing District 3 in 2020. The public is welcome to share ideas about…

City of Durango announces street striping
Local News

City of Durango announces street striping

May 12, 2019

Drivers are encouraged to slow down and avoid driving across wet paint. Also, obey all traffic controls and be aware of workers in the streets. Crews will be working from…

BLM seeks nominations to Western Slope Resource Advisory Councils
Southwest Life

BLM seeks nominations to Western Slope Resource Advisory Councils

May 12, 2019

Both the Northwest and Southwest resource advisory councils consist of 15 residents with diverse interests in public land management, including conservationists, ranchers, outdoor recreationists, state and local government officials, and…

City to launch Civility First Pledge
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City to launch Civility First Pledge

May 11, 2019

The Community Relations Commission invites businesses, organizations and individuals to take the Civility First Durango Pledge and to display the Civility First Durango decal at their place of business. The…

San Juan Mountains Association announces new team
Southwest Life

San Juan Mountains Association announces new team

May 11, 2019

SJMA is dedicated to the promotion of public lands stewardship in Southwest Colorado. Four new team members will be announced at the meeting: David Taft, conservation director. Taft has several…

Rainbow Youth Center to hold benefit
Community

Rainbow Youth Center to hold benefit

May 10, 2019

There will be music by Leah Orlikowski and Denae StuckaBenally. Food will be catered by Durangourmet and Bread and Cream Bean Berry and a silent auction. This is a 21-and-older…

Animas High School to host all school exhibition
Education

Animas High School to host all school exhibition

May 10, 2019

The community is invited to this annual celebration of learning, with students exhibiting across grades and academic disciplines. The event will also feature live music, Senior Project TED Talks, Animas…

Allergy relief is focus of talk at Durango Public Library
Health

Allergy relief is focus of talk at Durango Public Library

May 10, 2019

Gates will discuss using Advanced Allergy Therapeutics, which are safe, non-needle treatments for all ages, including infants. This fast, effective treatment can relieve sneezing, watery eyes, stuffiness, coughing and other…

Bear Smart adds second mountain lion talk
Local News

Bear Smart adds second mountain lion talk

May 9, 2019

Attendees will learn about mountain lions in Colorado and how to live and recreate with these majestic apex predators. This event is free to the general public.

Ride Durango Transit to Farmers Market to win prizes
Local News

Ride Durango Transit to Farmers Market to win prizes

May 9, 2019

To reduce traffic congestion and promote sustainable transportation, the city of Durango and the Durango Farmers Market have teamed up to incentivize riding transit by giving away prizes in two…

Sorrel Sky to host art reception, workshop
Arts and Entertainment

Sorrel Sky to host art reception, workshop

May 9, 2019

Aldrich pushes past realistic rendering of wildlife, providing a glimpse into the secret world that wild animals inhabit. His animal portraits capture moments in time and provide a window into…

Shimmy Mob to perform
Arts and Entertainment

Shimmy Mob to perform

May 9, 2019

International Shimmy Mob teams will celebrate World Belly Dance Day to help raise awareness and money for domestic violence programs. The Durango Shimmy Mob team will support Alternative Horizons Durango…

Trails 2000 to host trailwork party
Community

Trails 2000 to host trailwork party

May 9, 2019

No experience is necessary for trailwork, and Trails 2000 will provide the necessary instruction and safety tool talk, all tools, gloves, and water and snacks for the entire crew. Volunteers…

Thrive! to meet Monday
Community

Thrive! to meet Monday

May 9, 2019

Thrive! is a local nonprofit working for a living wage for all people. There will be a potluck, and participants may bring a food item, but it is not required.…

PWN to host Bossbabe Supermoms
Community

PWN to host Bossbabe Supermoms

May 9, 2019

The Inspiring Speakers Series connects local professional women in Durango. The meeting will feature local business woman and multitasking mother Jessika Buell. Buell is a PWN cofounder, business owner and…

Durango Police to host lunch and learn
Community

Durango Police to host lunch and learn

May 9, 2019

The lunch and learn talk will be geared toward the senior community and will discuss common scams targeting seniors. Lunch donations for the Senior Center are $4 for seniors 60…