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Mancos Creative District to host Burrofest
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Mancos Creative District to host Burrofest

July 8, 2019

Mancos Creative District will host Burrofest from 4 to 8 p.m. July 20 in downtown Mancos.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file Mancos Creative District will host the Grand Summer Nights Burrofest from…

City announces lane closure on Junction Street
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City announces lane closure on Junction Street

July 7, 2019

Drivers should expect delays and use caution when traveling this route. Pedestrians will need to use the sidewalk on the east side of Junction Street. For more information, contact the…

Weekly planner for July 8-12
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Weekly planner for July 8-12

July 6, 2019

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…

Photo: Mountain stream attracts Arizona tourists
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Photo: Mountain stream attracts Arizona tourists

July 3, 2019

Oceance Ingram sits next to a stream off U.S. Highway 550 on Tuesday as Marine Ingram takes her picture. The two from Arizona were touring the area south of Silverton.Jerry…

Powerhouse will be open July Fourth
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Powerhouse will be open July Fourth

July 2, 2019

Current exhibits will be available, including the Space Launcher, the Gravity Ball Wall and Virtual Reality. Admission is $7.50 for adults, $6 for children ages 3 to 17, and children…

City of Durango announces schedule for Fourth of July
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City of Durango announces schedule for Fourth of July

July 1, 2019

City administrative offices will be closed, including City Hall, River City Hall, Police Station and Substation, Transit Center, Greenmount Cemetery and the Parks and Recreation administrative offices.Parks and Recreation areas…

CDOT announces holiday DUI enforcement period
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CDOT announces holiday DUI enforcement period

July 1, 2019

The focus will be on preventing impaired drivers from endangering themselves and others on the road. The enforcement period could include checkpoints, saturation patrols and increased officers on roads. CDOT…

BLM offers tips to prevent wildfires
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BLM offers tips to prevent wildfires

July 1, 2019

Practice proper vehicle maintenance, ensure tow chains are secured and a vehicle has no dragging parts, check tire pressure and properly maintain vehicle breaks. Park vehicles/trailers and off-highway vehicles away…

Weekly planner for July 1-5
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Weekly planner for July 1-5

June 29, 2019

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…

City announces weed abatement schedule for July
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City announces weed abatement schedule for July

June 28, 2019

Follow-up spot spraying at the treated areas will continue through late July. The herbicides that will be used are: Milestone, 2-4 D Amine, Panoramic 2 SL, Vista XRT, Garlon 4…

Consumer agency offers summer safety tips
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Consumer agency offers summer safety tips

June 25, 2019

Pool safety Drowning remains the leading cause of unintentional death among children ages 1 to 4 and the second leading cause among children ages 5-14. Never leave a child unattended…

CDOT seeks comments on traffic problems
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CDOT seeks comments on traffic problems

June 25, 2019

Comments can be submitted online and at public county meetings, telephone town halls and local community events to be held in various locations throughout the summer. To submit a comment…

CDOT announces bike to work day
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CDOT announces bike to work day

June 24, 2019

As a multi-modal agency, the Colorado Department of Transportation funds, builds, maintains, and adds amenities that enhance safety and improves the cycling experience for residents and tourists alike, including U.S.…