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George Geer Memorial Car Show brings out unusual vehicles in Cortez
Classic cars of all sorts take over Centennial Park
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Bear Smart Durango offers tools to reduce human-bear conflict
This program is meant to assist those experiencing bear issues and to help prevent property damage or loss. Digital electric fence testers indicate both the presence and amount of voltage…
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Art show offers taste of installation planned for Hwy. 550/160
Adventure, wildlife among themes in metal panels
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Front hill to FLC closed through Tuesday
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…
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Lane to be closed on Animas View Drive
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…
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Weekly planner for Aug. 12-16
du1-i-syn City of Durango: La Plata County: www.co.laplata.co.us or call 382-6210. Town of Bayfield: www.bayfieldgov.org or call 884-9544. Town of Ignacio: www.colorado.gov/ignacio or call 563-9494. Bayfield School District: www.bayfield.k12.co.us or…
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LPEA warns members of phone scam
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…
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City of Durango seeks boards and commission volunteers
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…
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Durango Botanical Society to dedicate ‘Cindy Smart Miniature Tree Garden’
In 2007 Smart contacted the city of Durango about developing a nonprofit that would create public gardens on city property. Cathy Metz, Durango Parks and Recreation Department director, and Andy…
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Colorado Department of Revenue launches tax education website
While the website is intended for students, the information presented is useful and accessible for all ages. Topics include why, where and how state taxes are collected and used, as…
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Conservation Lands Foundation and Walmart Giving Award Grants to Southwest Colorado Canyons Alliance
Preserve America Youth Summit visit Escalante Pueblo in July 2019.Courtesy of Diane McBride Southwest Colorado Canyons Alliance has received grants from the Conservation Lands Foundation and the Walmart Foundation. The…
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La Plata County commissioner to hold office hours
The office hours are for residents to meet with him in an informal setting to discuss issues of interest to the community or county. For more information, call 382-6219.
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CDOT to clean ditches on Farmington Hill
Ditch cleaning is essential for maintaining safe roads. The cleanup efforts are needed because of the past winter’s snow and recent rainfall. On Wednesday, crews will work on Farmington Hill…
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City of Durango invites public to budget workshop
Residents can learn more about the city’s budget and budget process. People are encouraged to bring their ideas and suggestions, which will be considered by the city manager and staff…
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife to sell leftover hunting licenses
Licenses will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Licenses may be purchases in person at CPW offices and parks, online at www.cpwshop.com or by phone at (800) 244-5613. The…
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Gov. Polis orders flags lowered to honor shooting victims
To read the presidential proclamation, visit bit.ly/2YK0o82.
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Senior Center to host iPad/iPhone class
Cost is $20 per person. Advance registration is required. For more information or to register, call Nancy at 382-6428.
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Durangoan Tony Vicari named “Colorado Aviation Professional of the Year”
The award recognizes a Colorado aviation professional who exhibits complete dedication to their community and airport, as well as their outstanding contributions to the Colorado airport system. Vicari is a…
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers free admission to military personnel
All eligible military members may pick up their hang tag and pass now. Proof of service must be presented at any CPW office or state park to enjoy one of…
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Weekly planner for Aug. 5-9
City of Durango: La Plata County: www.co.laplata.co.us or call 382-6210. Town of Bayfield: www.bayfieldgov.org or call 884-9544. Town of Ignacio: www.colorado.gov/ignacio or call 563-9494. Bayfield School District: www.bayfield.k12.co.us or call…
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Animas High School to celebrate 10th anniversary
Alumni, staff, families and friends are invited to attend. New AHS families are also encouraged to join the celebration. Light refreshments, cash bar and music will be available. For more…
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Application process for eviction legal assistance opens
Grants will be awarded based on a formula that considers factors including number of clients served in the past year and the location of service. For fiscal year 2020, $750,000…
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Hemp meeting planned Aug. 16 in Hesperus
Leaders with the Colorado Hemp Advancement and Management Plan will hold a public meetings from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 16 at the old Fort…
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CPW announces free state park entry for Colorado Day
Although the state recognizes this annual holiday Aug. 1, state parks celebrate the occasion with free entrance on the first Monday of August. Colorado Day was created by the state…
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Fort Lewis College front hill closure extended to Aug. 11
The closure is required to complete a construction project to repair erosion, provide slope stabilization and implement drainage improvements along East Eighth Avenue. Drivers should use Goeglein Gulch Road to…
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Durango Education Foundation to sponsor back-to-school event
Participating stores at Durango Mall will donate to the foundation when $50 or more is spent now through Aug. 30. Proceeds will benefit Durango School District 9-R.
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City of Durango announces weed abatement schedule
Spot spraying for thistle will occur in turf areas at these parks: Animas City Park, Crestview Park, Confluence Park, Fassbinder Park and Memorial Park. There will also be follow-up spot…
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Memorial Rock damage repaired on Colorado 145
Natural disaster memorialized by Colorado governor