Drivers reminded to look for wildlife

The La Plata County Living with Wildlife Advisory Board reminds local residents and people traveling across the region that the end of October and the beginning of November mark the main push of mule deer crossing highways on their fall migration to lower elevation winter range habitats.

Local drivers should slow down during low-light hours on their morning and evening commutes. Drive defensively, always being prepared for deer on the road.

If one deer crosses the road, expect more to come behind. Also pay attention to how other drivers are acting; if there are brake lights ahead there may be deer crossing. If oncoming traffic is very slow, again it could be a sign of deer crossing.

Finally, people who are involved in an animal-vehicle collision should contact the Colorado State Patrol to report the incident.

Boulevard Association to meet Thursday

Halloween Eve on the Boulevard, Thursday, the annual meeting and potluck for the Boulevard Neighborhood Association will take place at the First Presbyterian Church, 1159 East Third Ave.

Attendees should use the Third Avenue entrance.

A potluck will take place at 6 p.m., followed by the meeting. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for social time and door prizes. Residents of East Third Avenue are invited, and they are asked to bring a covered dish, salad or dessert to share. Members of the association will elect two board members. Costumes are encouraged.

Citizens for Healthy Established Neighborhoods will be the association’s guests.

For more information, contact a board member or call Karen Anesi at 799-0680.

Durango Transit to offer Buzz Buses

Durango Transit will run two Buzz Buses on Friday.

Transportation will be available within the city limits at designated stops, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. The cost is $8 per person.

For more information, call 259-5438.

Durango Mall to host Halloween event

The Durango Mall, 800 South Camino del Rio, will host its annual Malloween event from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday.

The free event is for all community children 12 and younger. There will be face-painting, a costume contest with prizes and children’s Halloween-themed games with candy prizes to all participants.

Ballots must be received by Tuesday

Ballots were mailed to active, registered La Plata County voters on Oct. 14.

To see a daily count of how many ballots have been turned in, visit www.laplatacountyclerk.org and click on “Elections.”

On Election Day, there are no polling place locations; however, La Plata County will have three Voter Service and Polling Centers where residents may vote in person, update their information, apply for a replacement ballot, or turn in their ballot through Tuesday.

All mail ballots are due by 7 p.m. Tuesday. Postmarks do not count. Ballots may be turned in at these locations:

Ballots may be returned to a 24-hour secure drop-off box outside the Clerk & Recorder’s Office, 98 Everett St., or at the Clerk & Recorder’s Office outside Bayfield Town Hall, 1199 Bayfield Parkway.

Ballots may be dropped off from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday; from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday; and from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the La Plata County Clerk & Recorder’s Offices in Durango or Bayfield

Ballots may be dropped off from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday; from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday and from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave.

Ballots may be mailed through the U.S. Postal Service using one 49 cent stamp no later than today.

Ballots also may be dropped off from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday and from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at the La Plata County Courthouse, 1060 East Second Ave.

If voters choose not to use their mail-in ballot or have not received one, they are welcome to vote in person at one of the three Voter Service and Polling Centers. People who have a change of address must reregister. Ballots cannot be forwarded by the Post Office.

For more information, call 382-6296.

Local nonprofit to host fundraiser

The Southwest Center for Independence, a local nonprofit that helps people with disabilities live well in the community, will host a Halloween fundraiser from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Lost Dog Bar & Lounge, 1150 Main Ave.

The event will feature a costume party, dance and silent auction with emcee Rasta Stevie. There is a $5 suggested donation.

For more information, call 259-1672.

Herald Staff