Local Briefs

Tuesday marks 35th National Night Out
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Tuesday marks 35th National Night Out

August 2, 2018

The event is free, open to all and provides a fun and casual atmosphere for residents to get to know their neighbors and meet local law enforcement personnel from Durango…

City of Durango to close part of Buckley Park
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City of Durango to close part of Buckley Park

August 2, 2018

The city of Durango promotes Best Management Practices in the stewardship of city lands to ensure the safe enjoyment of parks in the community. Applications are conducted to improve quality…

The UPS Store promotes employee
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The UPS Store promotes employee

August 2, 2018

Harrisdu1-i-syn In the last year, Harris has shown excellence in her work and was certified by UPS as a packaging and print expert, and has passed other training programs. For…

Tuesday Talk scheduled at Carver’s
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Tuesday Talk scheduled at Carver’s

August 2, 2018

Zeb Smith with Ascent Accounting and Consulting will give a presentation about strategic planning. Complementary coffee is provided, with breakfast available for purchase. Registration is required. To register, call 247-0312…

Thrive! to meet Aug. 13
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Thrive! to meet Aug. 13

August 2, 2018

The meeting is free and open to all. For more information, call 335-8114 or visit www.thrivelaplata.org.

Thrive! recognizes living wage employers
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Thrive! recognizes living wage employers

August 2, 2018

To qualify for the program, employers must pay La Plata County employees a living wage of at least $13.31 per hour or develop a plan to reach that goal and…

SCAPE to hold startup show Aug. 16
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SCAPE to hold startup show Aug. 16

August 2, 2018

The keynote speaker will be Travis Kimmel, CEO of GitPrime, with remarks from Stephanie Copeland with Startup Colorado and Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade; Peter Adams with…

LPEA promotes Bayfield employee
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LPEA promotes Bayfield employee

August 2, 2018

Allreddu1-i-syn Allred has worked as a construction lineman since 1999 for various U.S. contractors and joined LPEA in January. He served his lineman apprenticeship in Washington and Oregon, under the…

Light Up LePlatt’s Pond set for Thursday
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Light Up LePlatt’s Pond set for Thursday

August 2, 2018

The networking event brings together Durango, Bayfield, Vallecito, Pagosa Springs, Cortez, Aztec, Ignacio and Farmington communities, with the goal to raise awareness about local chambers of commerce, encourage involvement through…

Boys & Girls Club CEO attends leadership summit
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Boys & Girls Club CEO attends leadership summit

August 2, 2018

Morrisdu1-i-syn Morris, a Fort Lewis College graduate and CEO of the La Plata County club since its inception in 2007, will join a global network of peers to advance club…

Stroke support group to meet Thursday
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Stroke support group to meet Thursday

July 31, 2018

The meeting is free and open to people and loved ones affected by stroke. For more information, visit www.swindependence.org.

Strater to host 1960s-style dinner
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Strater to host 1960s-style dinner

July 31, 2018

The theme for this year’s dinner is “Swinging Sixties Restaurant Revival,” and the event will recreate dishes from popular 1960s spots, such as the Terrace at the Strater Hotel, Red…

Wolfwood to visit Vallecito
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Wolfwood to visit Vallecito

July 30, 2018

Courtesy of Wolfwood Refuge Attendees will have the opportunity to meet new ambassador wolves, pet the animals and take photos. Lunch will be offered at noon for a $5 donation…

Democrats announce August luncheon
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Democrats announce August luncheon

July 27, 2018

Quinlandu1-i-syn Danny Quinlan, executive director of Los Compañeros: Four Corners Immigrant Resource Center, will give a presentation, “Immigration Policies Under the Current Administration.” He will discuss how immigrants in Colorado…

Fort Lewis College panel the hear investment update
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Fort Lewis College panel the hear investment update

July 27, 2018

du1-i-syn The meeting will be held in Room 230 of the Education-Business Hall. The board will receive an update about investment activity. For more information, call or email Peggy Sharp…

Trails 2000 to work in Three Springs
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Trails 2000 to work in Three Springs

July 27, 2018

Volunteers will meet at the Spur Line trailhead in Three Springs and carpool to the work site. Those planning to attend are asked to be on time because cars must…

Cafe au Play makes update to schedule
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Cafe au Play makes update to schedule

July 27, 2018

Music classes will be held at 10:30 a.m. Mondays and toddler Tuesdays will be held at 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesdays. For more information, call 749-9607 or…

Daybreak Rotary to meet Wednesday
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Daybreak Rotary to meet Wednesday

July 27, 2018

du1-i-syn Pamela Schuyler, a local author who publishes under the pseudonym Om Devi, will speak to the club about depression. The meeting is free and open to all. For more…

High Noon Rotary to meet Thursday
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High Noon Rotary to meet Thursday

July 27, 2018

du1-i-syn Tami Graham, director of KSUT Public Radio, will give a presentation at the club meeting. Lunch will be available for $17. For more information, visit www.durangohighnoonrotary.com.

Ignacio library offering legal help
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Ignacio library offering legal help

July 27, 2018

Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help with forms and explain the process of civil litigation, including family law, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law, small claims, veterans issues…

Bartender event to support spay, neuter program
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Bartender event to support spay, neuter program

July 27, 2018

D-SNiP staff will serve drinks during happy hour from 4 to 7 p.m. The event is free, family-friendly and donations are appreciated. A portion of proceeds from the event will…

Mountain West purchases Englewood office
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Mountain West purchases Englewood office

July 26, 2018

Forsberg Engerman is a surety business that focuses on property and casualty insurance. According to a news release from Mountain West, the acquisition will add to the agency’s mountain west…

Comfort Keepers names administrator
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Comfort Keepers names administrator

July 26, 2018

Youngblood holds a master’s degree in social work and has more than 15 years of experience in the health care industry, with backgrounds in home health and hospice; program development…

Big Brothers, Sisters names executive director
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Big Brothers, Sisters names executive director

July 26, 2018

Plvandu1-i-syn Plvan has more than 30 years of experience in business management and as an entrepreneur, and spent close to a decade working with national marketing firms, where he was…