Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is Canceled

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is Canceled For the first time in its 37-year history, the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic was canceled due to heavy snow in the San Juan Mountains north of Durango.
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? 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. 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 4-H Barbecue Cook-off offers old-fashioned camaraderie La Plata County’s largest fundraising event proves to be an opportunity for enjoying friendships, good food and a bit of days gone by. By Indiana Reed Release Party for Ken Wright’s the Monkey Wrench Dad at Maria’s Bookshop Dare to live differently. Dare to live deeply. Dare to live at all—and bring the kids! Release Party for Ken Wright’s the Monkey Wrench Dad at Maria’s Bookshop Dare to live differently. Dare to live deeply. Dare to live at all—and bring the kids! BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ SCHEDULE 5/19 - 5/23 All meetings are held in the Anasazi Room, La Plata County Courthouse, 1060 E. 2nd Avenue, Durango, unless otherwise specified. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ SCHEDULE 5/19 - 5/23 All meetings are held in the Anasazi Room, La Plata County Courthouse, 1060 E. 2nd Avenue, Durango, unless otherwise specified. Fire Sprinkler to be Installed on Main Avenue Fire Sprinkler to be Installed on Main Avenue Fire Sprinkler to be Installed on Main Avenue Weed Spraying Schedule and Elm Tree Root Injections Weed Spraying Schedule and Elm Tree Root Injections Chapman Hill Summer Programs Chapman Hill Summer Programs City Street Striping City Street Striping Three days, three events -- The community bands together to spruce up Downtown Durango In a joint effort to prepare Durango’s Historic Downtown for the up-coming summer tourism season and put the town’s “best face forward,” the community is banding together over three days, May 21-23 for three “Spring Spruce Up” events. Three days, three events -- The community bands together to spruce up Downtown Durango In a joint effort to prepare Durango’s Historic Downtown for the up-coming summer tourism season and put the town’s “best face forward,” the community is banding together over three days, May 21-23 for three “Spring Spruce Up” events. Three days, three events -- The community bands together to spruce up Downtown Durango In a joint effort to prepare Durango’s Historic Downtown for the up-coming summer tourism season and put the town’s “best face forward,” the community is banding together over three days, May 21-23 for three “Spring Spruce Up” events. Trails 2000 Trailwork and Annual Picnic Trails 2000 Trailwork and Annual Picnic Trails 2000 Trailwork and Annual Picnic Funds Available for Durango Nonprofits The Durango Area Association of REALTORS® has announced it has funds available for qualified nonprofit organizations that provide housing services to moderate to low-income persons. Funds Available for Durango Nonprofits The Durango Area Association of REALTORS® has announced it has funds available for qualified nonprofit organizations that provide housing services to moderate to low-income persons. Tour of Durango Launch Party Set The Tour of Durango mountain bike and trail running event launch party will take place on Thursday, June 5 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Carver’s Brewing Company. Tour of Durango Launch Party Set The Tour of Durango mountain bike and trail running event launch party will take place on Thursday, June 5 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Carver’s Brewing Company. Tour of Durango Launch Party Set The Tour of Durango mountain bike and trail running event launch party will take place on Thursday, June 5 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Carver’s Brewing Company. Tour of Durango Launch Party Set The Tour of Durango mountain bike and trail running event launch party will take place on Thursday, June 5 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Carver’s Brewing Company. Fort Lewis College Hires New Community Concert Hall Manager Fort Lewis College is pleased to announce that Charles Leslie, of Austin, Texas, has been hired as the new Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College manager. Fort Lewis College Hires New Community Concert Hall Manager Fort Lewis College is pleased to announce that Charles Leslie, of Austin, Texas, has been hired as the new Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College manager. Fort Lewis College Hires New Community Concert Hall Manager Fort Lewis College is pleased to announce that Charles Leslie, of Austin, Texas, has been hired as the new Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College manager. Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces Schedule Modification In response to passenger trends, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will modify its 2008 train schedule to Silverton by eliminating the 7:30 a.m. departure from Durango. Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces Schedule Modification In response to passenger trends, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will modify its 2008 train schedule to Silverton by eliminating the 7:30 a.m. departure from Durango. Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces Schedule Modification In response to passenger trends, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will modify its 2008 train schedule to Silverton by eliminating the 7:30 a.m. departure from Durango. Trails 2000 Trail Work and Annual Picnic Trails 2000 Trail Work and Annual Picnic Trails 2000 Trail Work and Annual Picnic Durango Recreation Center Invites Artists to Display Artwork The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. Durango Recreation Center Invites Artists to Display Artwork The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. Durango Recreation Center Invites Artists to Display Artwork The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. Durango Public Library Sponsors the San Juan String Band The San Juan String Band, a group of four Public Lands staff, will perform environmentally-themed music for children and families at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4th at the Sunnyside Branch of the Durango Public Library (located in Sunnyside Elementary Sc Durango Public Library Sponsors the San Juan String Band The San Juan String Band, a group of four Public Lands staff, will perform environmentally-themed music for children and families at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4th at the Sunnyside Branch of the Durango Public Library (located in Sunnyside Elementary Sc Durango Public Library Sponsors the San Juan String Band The San Juan String Band, a group of four Public Lands staff, will perform environmentally-themed music for children and families at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4th at the Sunnyside Branch of the Durango Public Library (located in Sunnyside Elementary Sc City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. Who's Your Daddy Who's Your Daddy kicks of summer, on Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a street party and fundraiser or all ages to benefit The Children’s Museum of Durango/Discovery Museum at the Powerhouse, on Main Avenue (on the 10th and 11th b Who's Your Daddy Who's Your Daddy kicks of summer, on Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a street party and fundraiser or all ages to benefit The Children’s Museum of Durango/Discovery Museum at the Powerhouse, on Main Avenue (on the 10th and 11th b Who's Your Daddy Who's Your Daddy kicks of summer, on Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a street party and fundraiser or all ages to benefit The Children’s Museum of Durango/Discovery Museum at the Powerhouse, on Main Avenue (on the 10th and 11th b City Announces New Police Chief City Announces New Police Chief City Announces New Police Chief Animas River Days “Flows” into Durango Animas River Days flows into town on June 20, 21 and 22, with numerous festivities planned and more community support than the event has seen in years. Animas River Days “Flows” into Durango Animas River Days flows into town on June 20, 21 and 22, with numerous festivities planned and more community support than the event has seen in years. Bike to Work Day Returns for its 7th Year Bike to Work Day returns for its 7th consecutive year on Wednesday, June 25th from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Main Avenue in downtown Durango. Bike to Work Day Returns for its 7th Year Bike to Work Day returns for its 7th consecutive year on Wednesday, June 25th from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Main Avenue in downtown Durango. FLC and the community team up to discuss the arts and the environment There is often debate about the science, politics and economics of living lightly on the land. But what role can the arts play in creating a sustainable future for Southwest Colorado and the larger Four Corners region? FLC and the community team up to discuss the arts and the environment There is often debate about the science, politics and economics of living lightly on the land. But what role can the arts play in creating a sustainable future for Southwest Colorado and the larger Four Corners region? FLC and the community team up to discuss the arts and the environment There is often debate about the science, politics and economics of living lightly on the land. But what role can the arts play in creating a sustainable future for Southwest Colorado and the larger Four Corners region? FLC and the community team up to discuss the arts and the environment There is often debate about the science, politics and economics of living lightly on the land. But what role can the arts play in creating a sustainable future for Southwest Colorado and the larger Four Corners region? Public Art Projects Planned for New Library The City of Durango’s Public Art Commission is excited to announce two Calls to Artists to acquire works of art for Durango’s new library. Public Art Projects Planned for New Library The City of Durango’s Public Art Commission is excited to announce two Calls to Artists to acquire works of art for Durango’s new library. Public Art Projects Planned for New Library The City of Durango’s Public Art Commission is excited to announce two Calls to Artists to acquire works of art for Durango’s new library. Animas Museum announces October events Animas Museum announces October events Animas Museum announces October events Three Mercy physicians selected for 2007- 2008 Best Doctors in America® list Three Mercy physicians selected for 2007- 2008 Best Doctors in America® list Three Mercy physicians selected for 2007- 2008 Best Doctors in America® list Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Business Improvement District, City of Durango and Strater Hotel receive 2008 Governor’s Awards Business Improvement District, City of Durango and Strater Hotel receive 2008 Governor’s Awards Business Improvement District, City of Durango and Strater Hotel receive 2008 Governor’s Awards The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango School District 9-R News Briefs Oct. 13-17 School District 9-R News Briefs Oct. 13-17 Leadership La Plata seeks nominees for Barbara Conrad Award Leadership La Plata seeks nominees for Barbara Conrad Award Annie’s Orphans providing sanctuary to abandoned or neglected dogs The orphans in the Broadway musical "Annie" had little hope of living more than “the hard-knock life;” but Annie’s Orphans, those of the canine variety, are indeed “lucky dogs.” Annie’s Orphans providing sanctuary to abandoned or neglected dogs The orphans in the Broadway musical "Annie" had little hope of living more than “the hard-knock life;” but Annie’s Orphans, those of the canine variety, are indeed “lucky dogs.” Kathy Mattea brings her “Moving Mountains Tour” to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College Oct. 20 Kathy Mattea brings her “Moving Mountains Tour” to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College Oct. 20 Kathy Mattea brings her “Moving Mountains Tour” to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College Oct. 20 Assistant City Manager earns credentials Learn to skate at Chapman Hill Local FFA Chapter receives national ranking Local FFA Chapter receives national ranking Local FFA Chapter receives national ranking	DURANGO, Colo. - The Colorado State Patrol and Iron Horse Bicycle Classic officials have canceled the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic road race and tour to Silverton originally scheduled for today. According to Gaige Sippy, race director, while the organizers are greatly disappointed, the forecast temperature for Silverton today (Saturday May 24^th) at 2:00p.m. is 39 degrees, but it will feel like 19 degrees, "and we can not have 2,500 cyclists and their friends in Silverton with those weather conditions. Hypothermia in these conditions is a high risk." All of the remaining IHBC events — the concert, criterium, kid’s race, and time trial — are anticipated to be held as scheduled. The IHBC issued the following statement, anticipating participant questions: Q: Why can’t you change the day? You know, just have the race and tour on Monday, the weather is supposed to be nice that day? Again we are as disappointed as you are. We have worked since last Memorial Day 2007 on planning and implementing the logistics for this weekend. Our permit to close the road with the Colorado State Patrol is for today ONLY (Saturday May 24^th) from 8:00a.m. until 1:00p.m. This permit is issued by the CSP after much discussion on the safety plans. It is a significant process and one that cannot simply be moved to a different day and/or time. Our 300+ volunteers are mobilized to work today. Our emergency support is reserved and ready for today. The United States Cycling Federation officials have traveled from out of town and will have other job responsibilities the remainder of the weekend. The countless details cannot be simply moved to occur on a different day. It is a logistical impossibility that would jeopardize the safety of all involved. Where to I get my Tour t-shirt? Your Tour t-shirts will be available for pick up at The La Plata County Fairgrounds (same place as registration beginning at noon today. (They are making the trip back from Silverton this morning.) Can I get my money back? Unfortunately we are not able to refund registration fees. The IHBC has paid for all the permits, law enforcement, t-shirts, bags, food, volunteer perks, insurance, buses, drivers, and staff to make it a safe enjoyable weekend. These costs have already been expended even though the event had to be canceled due to weather. What about my ride on the train? The train is ready for you and has a seat waiting for you. What happens with my entry fee? We contribute a portion of the entry fees to Mercy Breast Care Center. Insurance Volunteer Resources-gift bags, lunches, etc. Office Web site development Fees Transportations support-buses Public safety costs Site preparation supplies-cones, fences, tape, signs Phone USCF officials Announcers This is extremely disappointing for all of us. The good news is there were no accident reports today and we can move ahead to prepare for 2009. And with any break from Mother Nature, the remaining events of the IHBC weekend will go on! Can I roll my registration over to next year? No, unfortunately we will have the same costs next year. Can I transfer my entry fee to the criterium or the time trail? Yes, as long as there are spots available. What is hypothermia? Hypothermia which is a fall in body temperature below 35 degrees can be caused by prolonged exposure to extreme weather for example wearing damp clothes in cold conditions. It is a dangerous and sometimes life-threatening condition.
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