Durango to host “March Mania” Youth Basketball Tournament

Durango to host “March Mania” Youth Basketball Tournament With the rousing success of the first “March Mania” held in 2007, Durango will host the second, now annual, regional basketball tournament for boys and girls, 3rd through 8th grades, March 14-16, 2008.
Home Popular Durango-based artist Deborah Gorton launches web site Artist’s mixed media work and class information now at www.deborahgorton.com Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango is a doggone friendly town! When you’re ready to escape the dog-eat-dog world of the big city, Durango is the natural choice. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. This Ecological Footprint Quiz Ever wondered how much "nature" your lifestyle requires? Animas River Trail Mural Project Trout Wall Mural Anticipates Completion in July 2007 Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Trout Wall Public Art Work Nears Completion After three months of volunteering by a group of Durango middle school and local area high school students, the Animas River Trail Mural Trout Wall is nearing completion. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. City Begins Work on Downtown Sidewalk Design Project The City of Durango is undertaking a redesign and upgrade of its downtown pedestrian areas, including sidewalks, curbs, crossings and streetscapes. Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Home Composting Bins Available From The City of Durango The Smiley Garden: Locally grown food making sense for Durango, the world The miracle of nature is now very evident at the Smiley Garden, located along East Third Ave. on the east side of the historic Smiley Building. A model for sustainability, the Smiley Building is owned by Charles Shaw and his wife Lisa Bodwalk. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. August 2007 Steering Committee Meeting Minutes DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion PURGATORY GETS 4 FEET OF SNOW IN JUST ONE WEEK When Mother Nature decided it was time for snow in Durango, she brought an abundance of it. PURGATORY GETS 4 FEET OF SNOW IN JUST ONE WEEK When Mother Nature decided it was time for snow in Durango, she brought an abundance of it. PURGATORY GETS 4 FEET OF SNOW IN JUST ONE WEEK When Mother Nature decided it was time for snow in Durango, she brought an abundance of it. Formula 151 takes 1st Place - AGAIN Local band Formula 151 continues its success during Round 2 of the Bodog Music Battle of the Bands Formula 151 takes 1st Place - AGAIN Local band Formula 151 continues its success during Round 2 of the Bodog Music Battle of the Bands Formula 151 takes 1st Place - AGAIN Local band Formula 151 continues its success during Round 2 of the Bodog Music Battle of the Bands Winter storms trigger power outages throughout the region Heavy, wet snow is not a friend to electrical lines – a fact that was brought home with a vengeance to the 9300-plus La Plata Electric Association customers in Archuleta County, and almost as many in the Pine River Valley area of La Plata County, beginnin Winter storms trigger power outages throughout the region Heavy, wet snow is not a friend to electrical lines – a fact that was brought home with a vengeance to the 9300-plus La Plata Electric Association customers in Archuleta County, and almost as many in the Pine River Valley area of La Plata County, beginnin Citizen Cooperation Requested for Effective Snow Removal With 71 miles of streets to maintain, it is important that residents understand the City's snow removal program. Citizens' cooperation is essential in making the program successful. Citizen Cooperation Requested for Effective Snow Removal With 71 miles of streets to maintain, it is important that residents understand the City's snow removal program. Citizens' cooperation is essential in making the program successful. Holidazzle Window Display winners announced Local businesses helped put the “dazzle” into the 3rd Annual Holidazzle by participating in the holiday window display competition. Twenty Holidazzling “winners” were named during the secret judging held on Noel Night. Holidazzle Window Display winners announced Local businesses helped put the “dazzle” into the 3rd Annual Holidazzle by participating in the holiday window display competition. Twenty Holidazzling “winners” were named during the secret judging held on Noel Night. Holidazzle Window Display winners announced Local businesses helped put the “dazzle” into the 3rd Annual Holidazzle by participating in the holiday window display competition. Twenty Holidazzling “winners” were named during the secret judging held on Noel Night. LPEA announces Green Power rate reduction Rate for optional renewable energy purchase to be $0.80 per 100kWh block. LPEA announces Green Power rate reduction Rate for optional renewable energy purchase to be $0.80 per 100kWh block. LPEA announces Green Power rate reduction Rate for optional renewable energy purchase to be $0.80 per 100kWh block. College Scholarships available through La Plata Electric Association La Plata and Archuleta County high school seniors interested in pursuing careers in the rural electric industry are eligible for one of two scholarships offered by LPEA. College Scholarships available through La Plata Electric Association La Plata and Archuleta County high school seniors interested in pursuing careers in the rural electric industry are eligible for one of two scholarships offered by LPEA. College Scholarships available through La Plata Electric Association La Plata and Archuleta County high school seniors interested in pursuing careers in the rural electric industry are eligible for one of two scholarships offered by LPEA. Betsy Lovelace promoted at La Plata Electric Association Long time LPEA employee named Supervisor of Customer Service Representatives. Betsy Lovelace promoted at La Plata Electric Association Long time LPEA employee named Supervisor of Customer Service Representatives. “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band. “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band. “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band. “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band. La Plata County Historical Society receives 2008 Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation Lt. Gov. O’Brien presents Colorado Historical Society award for restoration of historic Animas City School. La Plata County Historical Society receives 2008 Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation Lt. Gov. O’Brien presents Colorado Historical Society award for restoration of historic Animas City School. THE STATE OF LA PLATA COUNTY The President delivers the State of the Union address and the Governor reports on the State of the State, so it is only appropriate that the residents of La Plata County should receive a State of the County report from the County Commissioners concerning THE STATE OF LA PLATA COUNTY The President delivers the State of the Union address and the Governor reports on the State of the State, so it is only appropriate that the residents of La Plata County should receive a State of the County report from the County Commissioners concerning THE STATE OF LA PLATA COUNTY The President delivers the State of the Union address and the Governor reports on the State of the State, so it is only appropriate that the residents of La Plata County should receive a State of the County report from the County Commissioners concerning County Announces Selection of New County Manager After a four-month search, the Board of County Commissioners announced their intent to enter into an employment agreement with Shawn Nau of Maricopa County, Arizona to become the La Plata County Manager. County Announces Selection of New County Manager After a four-month search, the Board of County Commissioners announced their intent to enter into an employment agreement with Shawn Nau of Maricopa County, Arizona to become the La Plata County Manager. County Announces Selection of New County Manager After a four-month search, the Board of County Commissioners announced their intent to enter into an employment agreement with Shawn Nau of Maricopa County, Arizona to become the La Plata County Manager. Durango's Police Chief Announces His Retirement The City of Durango's Police Chief Al Bell has announced his retirement after a 37-year career. Chief Bell has spent the last 14 years of his career with the Durango Police Department. Durango's Police Chief Announces His Retirement The City of Durango's Police Chief Al Bell has announced his retirement after a 37-year career. Chief Bell has spent the last 14 years of his career with the Durango Police Department. State Historical Fund Awards more than $7 million in grants to help preserve Colorado’s heritage February 1, 2008— The State Historical Fund, a program of the Colorado Historical Society, has awarded 60 grants for historic preservation totaling $7,124,311 for the second competitive grant round of Fiscal Year 2008. State Historical Fund Awards more than $7 million in grants to help preserve Colorado’s heritage February 1, 2008— The State Historical Fund, a program of the Colorado Historical Society, has awarded 60 grants for historic preservation totaling $7,124,311 for the second competitive grant round of Fiscal Year 2008. Frontier Airlines Announces Service to Durango Airline choices for flights from the Durango-La Plata County Airport continue to grow. Today, Frontier Airlines announced that they will begin service between Durango and Denver with three daily round trip flights. Frontier Airlines Announces Service to Durango Airline choices for flights from the Durango-La Plata County Airport continue to grow. Today, Frontier Airlines announced that they will begin service between Durango and Denver with three daily round trip flights. WRC, Mercy to Host Free Movie During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week On Tuesday, February 26, the Women’s Resource Center and Mercy Regional Medical Center will host a free sneak preview of the film “Beauty Mark,” which explores the personal and cultural demands for beauty and perfection, followed by a discussion among au WRC, Mercy to Host Free Movie During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week On Tuesday, February 26, the Women’s Resource Center and Mercy Regional Medical Center will host a free sneak preview of the film “Beauty Mark,” which explores the personal and cultural demands for beauty and perfection, followed by a discussion among au WRC, Mercy to Host Free Movie During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week On Tuesday, February 26, the Women’s Resource Center and Mercy Regional Medical Center will host a free sneak preview of the film “Beauty Mark,” which explores the personal and cultural demands for beauty and perfection, followed by a discussion among au Minor bus accident in Durango West, no injuries Minor bus accident in Durango West, no injuries Minor bus accident in Durango West, no injuries Explosion rips through downtown; 3 firefighters injured Explosion rips through downtown; 3 firefighters injured Explosion rips through downtown; 3 firefighters injured Explosion rips through downtown; 3 firefighters injured Three businesses explode in Durango; 7 injured Three businesses explode in Durango; 7 injured Three businesses explode in Durango; 7 injured Three businesses explode in Durango; 7 injured Blast sends shock wave through crowd Blast sends shock wave through crowd Blast sends shock wave through crowd Karen Barger of Seasons Rotisserie and Grill--statement to the press and community Seasons Rotisserie and Grill in Durango, Colorado would like to thank Fire and Rescue, police, emergency officials and others who assisted in the fire and its effect on February 22. Karen Barger of Seasons Rotisserie and Grill--statement to the press and community Seasons Rotisserie and Grill in Durango, Colorado would like to thank Fire and Rescue, police, emergency officials and others who assisted in the fire and its effect on February 22. Karen Barger of Seasons Rotisserie and Grill--statement to the press and community Seasons Rotisserie and Grill in Durango, Colorado would like to thank Fire and Rescue, police, emergency officials and others who assisted in the fire and its effect on February 22. Karen Barger of Seasons Rotisserie and Grill--statement to the press and community Seasons Rotisserie and Grill in Durango, Colorado would like to thank Fire and Rescue, police, emergency officials and others who assisted in the fire and its effect on February 22. Firefighters Battle Downtown Durango Blaze Firefighters Battle Downtown Durango Blaze Firefighters Battle Downtown Durango Blaze Firefighters Battle Downtown Durango Blaze Fire started above Seasons Fire started above Seasons Fire started above Seasons Fire started above Seasons Burned Durango buildings more than 100 years old Burned Durango buildings more than 100 years old Burned Durango buildings more than 100 years old Burned Durango buildings more than 100 years old Three Springs caps off summer of events with final Outdoor Movie Night October Sky, starring Jake Gyllenhaal set for this Friday at Three Springs Plaza. Three Springs caps off summer of events with final Outdoor Movie Night October Sky, starring Jake Gyllenhaal set for this Friday at Three Springs Plaza. Three Springs caps off summer of events with final Outdoor Movie Night October Sky, starring Jake Gyllenhaal set for this Friday at Three Springs Plaza. City Offices closed on Labor Day Applications now being accepted for solar domestic hot water rebates LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office. Applications now being accepted for solar domestic hot water rebates LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office. Applications now being accepted for solar domestic hot water rebates LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office. Applications now being accepted for solar domestic hot water rebates LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office. Applications now being accepted for solar domestic hot water rebates LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office. New Fort Lewis College Director of Recreational Services named New Fort Lewis College Director of Recreational Services named School District 9-R News Briefs, Aug.29 School District 9-R News Briefs, Aug.29 Cosmopolitan, now established at the top of the Durango restaurant ladder, soon to open for lunch Early summer 2007, Cosmopolitan restaurant, already well-known in Telluride, opened in Durango, bringing its “old” world, “new” world concept of fine food and service to town. But now there’s more. The restaurant will soon go “Neapolitan.” Cosmopolitan, now established at the top of the Durango restaurant ladder, soon to open for lunch Early summer 2007, Cosmopolitan restaurant, already well-known in Telluride, opened in Durango, bringing its “old” world, “new” world concept of fine food and service to town. But now there’s more. The restaurant will soon go “Neapolitan.” 4CORE now offering “Insulate and Seal” rebates for homeowners Non-profit organization receives $25,000 matching grant from Governor’s Energy Office for the program. 4CORE now offering “Insulate and Seal” rebates for homeowners Non-profit organization receives $25,000 matching grant from Governor’s Energy Office for the program. 4CORE now offering “Insulate and Seal” rebates for homeowners Non-profit organization receives $25,000 matching grant from Governor’s Energy Office for the program. 4CORE now offering “Insulate and Seal” rebates for homeowners Non-profit organization receives $25,000 matching grant from Governor’s Energy Office for the program. 4CORE now offering “Insulate and Seal” rebates for homeowners Non-profit organization receives $25,000 matching grant from Governor’s Energy Office for the program. City seeks volunteers for POST master plan steering committee San Juan Symphony presents family concert in Farmington San Juan Symphony presents family concert in Farmington Durango Public Library Fund Raising committee achieves initial goal Durango Public Library Fund Raising committee achieves initial goal Durango Public Library Fund Raising committee achieves initial goal 2008 REALTORS® donations most in history 2008 REALTORS® donations most in history REEL ROCK Film Tour in Durango Sept. 16-17 REEL ROCK Film Tour in Durango Sept. 16-17 Picnic in the Park with children’s musician Jeff Kagan Durango Daybreak Rotary hosts second annual summer Barn Dance Fundraiser to Benefit community and international projects. Durango Daybreak Rotary hosts second annual summer Barn Dance Fundraiser to Benefit community and international projects. Durango Daybreak Rotary hosts second annual summer Barn Dance Fundraiser to Benefit community and international projects. Fort Lewis College schedules Old Fort Reunion for Oct. 4 Fort Lewis College schedules Old Fort Reunion for Oct. 4 Fort Lewis College schedules Old Fort Reunion for Oct. 4	*Second annual tourney set for* *March 14-16, 2008* With the rousing success of the first “March Mania” held in 2007, Durango will host the second, now annual, regional basketball tournament for boys and girls, 3^rd through 8^th grades, March 14-16, 2008. Officially sanctioned by Mid America Youth Basketball (MAYB), and in association with Durango Youth Basketball Association (DYBA), Durango’s tournament is open to any interested youth basketball player. Six divisions are planned, with a limit of eight teams per division. The 3^rd and 4^th grade divisions will play at the Durango Community Recreation Center, and the 5^th through 8^th graders will play on the Fort Lewis College Campus, with support from the Fort Lewis Skyhawks. “We had such a great time last year,” said Pam Glasco, March Mania’s local director and the tournament’s founder. “And people remember that. Durango is a vibrant basketball town and a fun destination for families. We’ve already had quite a few teams register on-line. The 2007 tournament was full with a waiting list, so I encourage teams to not delay.” With the Durango tournament, as with all programs organized by MAYB, teams compete against a varied field, with an emphasis on providing youth as much “court time” as possible. MAYB has been offering summer youth tournaments for 14 years, and this year is celebrating the eighth year of winter basketball in states throughout mid-America. All winter teams, including those competing in Durango, qualify for the MAYB Summer National Tournament, July 31 – August 3, 2008. Cost to participate in Durango’s regional basketball tournament – which will be limited to the first 60 teams, ten players per roster, is $150 per team. Each team is guaranteed a minimum of three scheduled games, and all players will receive an official March Mania t-shirt as part of the package. March Mania has for the second year received a grant from the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) to assist with the fledgling tournament’s expenses, and thereby accomplish the BID’s core mission, to enhance business within the district. “We’ve seen what sporting events such as this do to spur business, March Mania notwithstanding. The tournament brought a lot of people to town last year,” said John Wells, BID presiding officer. “Our merchants saw a spike in sales and our hotel rooms were full. My suggestion to basketball parents from out of the area is to book your rooms early because the town will fill up.” In addition to the BID and site hosts Fort Lewis College and the Rec Center, March Mania sponsors include Bank of Colorado, CJ’s Diner, Coca-Cola of Durango, Dairy Queen, Durango Joe’s Coffee, First National Bank of Durango, La Plata Electric Association, Subway Sandwiches, SunUte Community Center and Zia Taqueria. To register teams for the Durango tournament, visit www.MAYB.com or contact Glasco at 970.769.3126. Registration deadline is Feb. 29. For additional information about Durango and the surrounding area, as well as lodging opportunities, visit www.durango.org.
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