PURGATORY GETS 4 FEET OF SNOW IN JUST ONE WEEK

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.
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 Steamworks' Steam Engine Lager takes "Gold" at 4th Annual Foam Fest microbrew competition The 4th Annual Foam Fest, or microbrew competition at the Colorado State Fair, Pueblo, Colo., has generated yet another top honor for Steamworks Brewing Co.’s flagship beer Steam Engine Lager, as the popular beer took Gold in the “Amber Hybrid” category. Steamworks' Steam Engine Lager takes "Gold" at 4th Annual Foam Fest microbrew competition The 4th Annual Foam Fest, or microbrew competition at the Colorado State Fair, Pueblo, Colo., has generated yet another top honor for Steamworks Brewing Co.’s flagship beer Steam Engine Lager, as the popular beer took Gold in the “Amber Hybrid” category. Steamworks' Steam Engine Lager takes "Gold" at 4th Annual Foam Fest microbrew competition The 4th Annual Foam Fest, or microbrew competition at the Colorado State Fair, Pueblo, Colo., has generated yet another top honor for Steamworks Brewing Co.’s flagship beer Steam Engine Lager, as the popular beer took Gold in the “Amber Hybrid” category. Steamworks' Steam Engine Lager takes "Gold" at 4th Annual Foam Fest microbrew competition The 4th Annual Foam Fest, or microbrew competition at the Colorado State Fair, Pueblo, Colo., has generated yet another top honor for Steamworks Brewing Co.’s flagship beer Steam Engine Lager, as the popular beer took Gold in the “Amber Hybrid” category. LPEA “Time-of-Use” periods to adjust for Winter On-peak, off-peak rates designed to conserve energy, save customers money adjust Sept. 15 LPEA “Time-of-Use” periods to adjust for Winter On-peak, off-peak rates designed to conserve energy, save customers money adjust Sept. 15 Triple Crown for Steamworks at GABF Steamworks Brewing Co. celebrated its most successful showing to date at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF), winning Gold, Silver and Bronze medals for, respectively, the Steam Engine Lager, Colorado Kölsch and What in the Helles? beers. Triple Crown for Steamworks at GABF Steamworks Brewing Co. celebrated its most successful showing to date at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF), winning Gold, Silver and Bronze medals for, respectively, the Steam Engine Lager, Colorado Kölsch and What in the Helles? beers. Triple Crown for Steamworks at GABF Steamworks Brewing Co. celebrated its most successful showing to date at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF), winning Gold, Silver and Bronze medals for, respectively, the Steam Engine Lager, Colorado Kölsch and What in the Helles? beers. LPEA Director Bob Formwalt earns credentials Bob Formwalt has completed the required classes and earned his Credentialed Cooperative Director certificate and Board Leadership Certificate from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). LPEA Director Bob Formwalt earns credentials Bob Formwalt has completed the required classes and earned his Credentialed Cooperative Director certificate and Board Leadership Certificate from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). LPEA installs new EZ-Pay touch-screen kiosks Technology enables additional service for co-op member-customers LPEA installs new EZ-Pay touch-screen kiosks Technology enables additional service for co-op member-customers Formula 151 places first in Bodog Battle of the Bands Auditions Popular Durango-based rock band Formula 151 took a second step toward winning a $1 million recording contract. Formula 151 places first in Bodog Battle of the Bands Auditions Popular Durango-based rock band Formula 151 took a second step toward winning a $1 million recording contract. Formula 151 places first in Bodog Battle of the Bands Auditions Popular Durango-based rock band Formula 151 took a second step toward winning a $1 million recording contract. Steamworks Brewing Co. beers now available in Texas Steamworks Brewing Co. has announced its partnership with Austin-based Authentic Beverage Co., opening opportunities for all Steamworks products to now be sold in Texas. Steamworks Brewing Co. beers now available in Texas Steamworks Brewing Co. has announced its partnership with Austin-based Authentic Beverage Co., opening opportunities for all Steamworks products to now be sold in Texas. Steamworks Brewing Co. beers now available in Texas Steamworks Brewing Co. has announced its partnership with Austin-based Authentic Beverage Co., opening opportunities for all Steamworks products to now be sold in Texas. Steamworks Brewing Co. beers now available in Texas Steamworks Brewing Co. has announced its partnership with Austin-based Authentic Beverage Co., opening opportunities for all Steamworks products to now be sold in Texas. Wolverine Wednesdays supports Bayfield Theater Troupe Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign raises funds for Bayfield youth Wolverine Wednesdays supports Bayfield Theater Troupe Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign raises funds for Bayfield youth Wolverine Wednesdays supports Bayfield Theater Troupe Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign raises funds for Bayfield youth Steamworks’ “Spruce Goose Ale” earns 93 in brew review The Beer Enthusiast at Draft magazine lauds Steamworks seasonal beer. Steamworks’ “Spruce Goose Ale” earns 93 in brew review The Beer Enthusiast at Draft magazine lauds Steamworks seasonal beer. Steamworks’ “Spruce Goose Ale” earns 93 in brew review The Beer Enthusiast at Draft magazine lauds Steamworks seasonal beer. Steamworks’ “Spruce Goose Ale” earns 93 in brew review The Beer Enthusiast at Draft magazine lauds Steamworks seasonal beer. Rhythms of Durango, Volume Two, to be released Nov. 23 Durango Business Improvement District produces second CD of local music. Rhythms of Durango, Volume Two, to be released Nov. 23 Durango Business Improvement District produces second CD of local music. La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase La Plata Electric Association’s Board of Directors, Nov. 20, 2007, gave preliminary approval for an average electric rate increase of 9.6 percent. La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase La Plata Electric Association’s Board of Directors, Nov. 20, 2007, gave preliminary approval for an average electric rate increase of 9.6 percent. La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase La Plata Electric Association’s Board of Directors, Nov. 20, 2007, gave preliminary approval for an average electric rate increase of 9.6 percent. Formula 151 to compete Dec. 5 in next round of Bodog Music Battle of the Bands Original Durango-based band Formula 151 is set to hit the road for Denver on Dec. 5 and take the next step toward winning a $1 million recording contract. Formula 151 to compete Dec. 5 in next round of Bodog Music Battle of the Bands Original Durango-based band Formula 151 is set to hit the road for Denver on Dec. 5 and take the next step toward winning a $1 million recording contract. Higgins Announced as Acting Director of Athletics at Fort Lewis College Fort Lewis College President Brad Bartel has announced that Kelly J. Higgins will take over the Fort Lewis College Athletic Department as acting director of athletics. Higgins Announced as Acting Director of Athletics at Fort Lewis College Fort Lewis College President Brad Bartel has announced that Kelly J. Higgins will take over the Fort Lewis College Athletic Department as acting director of athletics. Higgins Announced as Acting Director of Athletics at Fort Lewis College Fort Lewis College President Brad Bartel has announced that Kelly J. Higgins will take over the Fort Lewis College Athletic Department as acting director of athletics. Higgins Announced as Acting Director of Athletics at Fort Lewis College Fort Lewis College President Brad Bartel has announced that Kelly J. Higgins will take over the Fort Lewis College Athletic Department as acting director of athletics. 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. 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. 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. 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. Sean Clark named Steamworks Executive Chef and Director of Restaurant Operations Sean Clark named Steamworks Executive Chef and Director of Restaurant Operations Community invited to join FLC Fall Community Service Project Community invited to join FLC Fall Community Service Project Community invited to join FLC Fall Community Service Project Ladies Camp to improve mountain bike skills offered Ladies Camp to improve mountain bike skills offered Ladies Camp to improve mountain bike skills offered San Juan Basin Health offering immunization clinics San Juan Basin Health offering immunization clinics Purgatory accepting applications for Benefit Day Purgatory accepting applications for Benefit Day Purgatory accepting applications for Benefit Day Steamworks Brewing Co. now distributing the award-winning Colorado Kölsch in 12-oz. bottle six-packs Steamworks Brewing Co. now distributing the award-winning Colorado Kölsch in 12-oz. bottle six-packs Steamworks Brewing Co. now distributing the award-winning Colorado Kölsch in 12-oz. bottle six-packs 9-R strategic planning session set for Sept. 23 9-R strategic planning session set for Sept. 23 Small fire at Durango High School Community invited to FLC Welcome Week activities Community invited to FLC Welcome Week activities Community invited to FLC Welcome Week activities 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	Backside opens tomorrow; resort will be 55 percent open Durango, CO – When Mother Nature decided it was time for snow in Durango, she brought an abundance of it. In the past 7 days, Purgatory at Durango Mountain Resort has received nearly 4 feet of snow; 35 inches fell last weekend and another 10 inches fell in the last 24 hours at mid-mountain. Snow continues to fall on Purgatory Mountain at the rate of about half an inch an hour. Conditions are epic, with Purgatory experiencing one of the best openings in nearly five years. Snow continues to pile up in light, fluffy mounds around the resort and fresh tracks can be found on almost every open trail. Forecasts are calling for another 2 feet of accumulation possible for the San Juan Mountains through Sunday, with the bulk of the storm hitting the area today and tonight. With all the new snow, the resort will open the Backside of the mountain tomorrow with Chair 3 and 18 new trails including more intermediate and advanced terrain. The Columbine Beginner’s Area will also open tomorrow with Chair 9 providing more terrain for first time skiers and boarders. Chair 7 will operate this weekend to allow access from the lower parking lots to the base area. Tomorrow the resort will be 55 percent open with 4 chairlifts and 47 trails plus the beginner’s area. On the heels of Chair 3 opening, the resort plans to open Chair 8 and 95 percent of trails by December 15^th. Skiers and Snowboarders will have access to 80 trails and nearly 1200 acres of skiable terrain including Poet’s Glades and Ray’s Ridge. Updated information about the storm is available online at www.durangomountainresort.com in the snow report or the media section of the website.
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Backside opens tomorrow; resort will be 55 percent open