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La Plata Electric Association

Will a flood of federal money finally fix broadband in Southwest Colorado?

Experts say it helps, but a local effort and new ideas are needed

DATE: Dec 1, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

LPEA in negotiations with Crossover Energy to provide partial power supply

Partnership could save co-op $7 million annually, and help meet environmental goals early

DATE: Oct 25, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

LPEA to offer free, energy-efficient equipment to income-qualified customers

Some may be able to upgrade to air-source heat pump water heaters

DATE: Oct 13, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Power outage hits about 1,200 LPEA customers Tuesday morning in northeast Durango

Most homes had electricity restored after nearly hour-long outage

DATE: Oct 12, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

LPEA closes mile-long section of Animas River Trail to update power lines

Detour spans from La Plata County Humane Society to Baker Lane

DATE: Oct 8, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata Electric Association will present partial contract options next month at town halls

Meetings will discuss financial options for moving to a low-carbon provider

DATE: Sep 28, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

At LPEA and Empire Electric, wildfires are front and center

California blazes put a focus on utilities’ exposure to losses during blazes

DATE: Sep 3, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

EV fast-charging station installed at Purgatory Resort

Ski area partners with electric co-op to help complete quick-charge corridor

DATE: Sep 1, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

LPEA seeks to play greater role in boosting broadband services for members

Electric co-op sets 2030 goal to improve infrastructure, without rate increase

DATE: Aug 27, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Can LPEA, Tri-State agree to partial contract buyout?

Nine power suppliers interested in delivering renewables to local co-op

DATE: Jul 31, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Power restored after five hours in south Durango

Walmart, Home Depot and businesses in Bodo Industrial Park impacted

DATE: Jun 21, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

LPEA election results favor incumbents

1 newcomer, Ted Compton, will represent Durango

DATE: Jun 17, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

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