
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 Revolutionary compostable packaging launched by New Ice, Inc. from Durango, Colo. Finally, a natural, compostable, commercial alternative to Styrofoam. Developed and produced in Durango, the New Ice, Inc. pilot program is happening here and NOW. Revolutionary compostable packaging launched by New Ice, Inc. from Durango, Colo. Finally, a natural, compostable, commercial alternative to Styrofoam. Developed and produced in Durango, the New Ice, Inc. pilot program is happening here and NOW. Revolutionary compostable packaging launched by New Ice, Inc. from Durango, Colo. Finally, a natural, compostable, commercial alternative to Styrofoam. Developed and produced in Durango, the New Ice, Inc. pilot program is happening here and NOW. Revolutionary compostable packaging launched by New Ice, Inc. from Durango, Colo. Finally, a natural, compostable, commercial alternative to Styrofoam. Developed and produced in Durango, the New Ice, Inc. pilot program is happening here and NOW. Revolutionary compostable packaging launched by New Ice, Inc. from Durango, Colo. Finally, a natural, compostable, commercial alternative to Styrofoam. Developed and produced in Durango, the New Ice, Inc. pilot program is happening here and NOW. Steamworks Brewing Co. launches distribution in NY, Minnesota and Wisconsin Steamworks is breaking out of its regional beer distribution, now offering the award-winning brews in Minnesota,New York and Wisconsin - the first of many new national markets to come. Steamworks Brewing Co. launches distribution in NY, Minnesota and Wisconsin Steamworks is breaking out of its regional beer distribution, now offering the award-winning brews in Minnesota,New York and Wisconsin - the first of many new national markets to come. Steamworks Brewing Co. launches distribution in NY, Minnesota and Wisconsin Steamworks is breaking out of its regional beer distribution, now offering the award-winning brews in Minnesota,New York and Wisconsin - the first of many new national markets to come. Durango’s Eco Home Center bring sustainable building products and finishings to the general public In 2005, Laurie Dickson’s vision prompted her to open the then cutting edge Eco Home Center, a unique retail outlet for non-toxic and environmentally responsible home building/decorating materials. Now in a new location, the effort to promote sustainable Durango’s Eco Home Center bring sustainable building products and finishings to the general public In 2005, Laurie Dickson’s vision prompted her to open the then cutting edge Eco Home Center, a unique retail outlet for non-toxic and environmentally responsible home building/decorating materials. Now in a new location, the effort to promote sustainable Durango’s Eco Home Center bring sustainable building products and finishings to the general public In 2005, Laurie Dickson’s vision prompted her to open the then cutting edge Eco Home Center, a unique retail outlet for non-toxic and environmentally responsible home building/decorating materials. Now in a new location, the effort to promote sustainable Mercury Payment Systems setting an example for how “business” can be great in Durango Durango’s economic development folks have long sought to attract a “clean” industry offering great jobs. Homegrown Mercury Payment Systems has succeeded in setting the standard – and the bar is high. Mercury Payment Systems setting an example for how “business” can be great in Durango Durango’s economic development folks have long sought to attract a “clean” industry offering great jobs. Homegrown Mercury Payment Systems has succeeded in setting the standard – and the bar is high. DurangoDowntown.com and Creative Links relocate to Main Ave. Creative Links Web Development, publishers of DurangoDowntown.com, Durango’s comprehensive community web site and visitor guide, has relocated to 1129 Main Ave. in Historic Downtown Durango. DurangoDowntown.com and Creative Links relocate to Main Ave. Creative Links Web Development, publishers of DurangoDowntown.com, Durango’s comprehensive community web site and visitor guide, has relocated to 1129 Main Ave. in Historic Downtown Durango. Schluter Floral is “blooming” in every way that counts In an industry with a traditionally heavy carbon footprint, the award-winning Schluter Floral, Durango’s oldest retail operation, is taking steps to “go green” and remove a proverbial thorn from the side of the planet. Schluter Floral is “blooming” in every way that counts In an industry with a traditionally heavy carbon footprint, the award-winning Schluter Floral, Durango’s oldest retail operation, is taking steps to “go green” and remove a proverbial thorn from the side of the planet. Schluter Floral is “blooming” in every way that counts In an industry with a traditionally heavy carbon footprint, the award-winning Schluter Floral, Durango’s oldest retail operation, is taking steps to “go green” and remove a proverbial thorn from the side of the planet. Value of Syndicom's web-based service verified in recent study Presentation of study provides in-depth look at results achieved through utilization of Syndicom’s SpineConnect Collaborative Community Platform, and receives positive response. Value of Syndicom's web-based service verified in recent study Presentation of study provides in-depth look at results achieved through utilization of Syndicom’s SpineConnect Collaborative Community Platform, and receives positive response. Syndicom’s collaborative technology fosters new treatment plans, more effective surgical techniques and life-saving medical devices Take revolutionary new software products, add a non-traditional business structure, and it’s a win-win for health care and Durango’s economic development effort. Syndicom’s collaborative technology fosters new treatment plans, more effective surgical techniques and life-saving medical devices Take revolutionary new software products, add a non-traditional business structure, and it’s a win-win for health care and Durango’s economic development effort. Syndicom’s collaborative technology fosters new treatment plans, more effective surgical techniques and life-saving medical devices Take revolutionary new software products, add a non-traditional business structure, and it’s a win-win for health care and Durango’s economic development effort. Coupons hot commodity at DurangoDowntown.com With rising prices, saving dollars by clipping coupons is coming back into fashion. Coupons hot commodity at DurangoDowntown.com With rising prices, saving dollars by clipping coupons is coming back into fashion. Coupons hot commodity at DurangoDowntown.com With rising prices, saving dollars by clipping coupons is coming back into fashion. Coupons hot commodity at DurangoDowntown.com With rising prices, saving dollars by clipping coupons is coming back into fashion. Coupons hot commodity at DurangoDowntown.com With rising prices, saving dollars by clipping coupons is coming back into fashion. Coupons hot commodity at DurangoDowntown.com With rising prices, saving dollars by clipping coupons is coming back into fashion. Coupons hot commodity at DurangoDowntown.com With rising prices, saving dollars by clipping coupons is coming back into fashion. Coupons hot commodity at DurangoDowntown.com With rising prices, saving dollars by clipping coupons is coming back into fashion. Durango Area Association of Realtors announces statistical results of 2nd Quarter 2008 Durango Area Association of Realtors announces statistical results of 2nd Quarter 2008 Steamworks Brewing Co. facilitates $300,000 grant for Bayfield New sewage treatment plant to receive funding. Steamworks Brewing Co. facilitates $300,000 grant for Bayfield New sewage treatment plant to receive funding. Durango’s business community embracing the referral network organization, BNI The regional director of the business referral organization, BNI had little hope for small-town Durango, but that was before Nick Kapustka and Rachel Coburn came to town. Today, in less than a year and a half, Durango is supporting four BNI chapters. What Durango’s business community embracing the referral network organization, BNI The regional director of the business referral organization, BNI had little hope for small-town Durango, but that was before Nick Kapustka and Rachel Coburn came to town. Today, in less than a year and a half, Durango is supporting four BNI chapters. What Sunnyside Farms Market soon to relocate inside the new Nature’s Oasis Sunnyside Farms Market, the popular home-grown operation offering fresh-cut meats and seafood, has been in a bit of a transition. In September, however, the store will move into its much-anticipated final home inside the new Nature's Oasis. Sunnyside Farms Market soon to relocate inside the new Nature’s Oasis Sunnyside Farms Market, the popular home-grown operation offering fresh-cut meats and seafood, has been in a bit of a transition. In September, however, the store will move into its much-anticipated final home inside the new Nature's Oasis. Sunnyside Farms Market soon to relocate inside the new Nature’s Oasis Sunnyside Farms Market, the popular home-grown operation offering fresh-cut meats and seafood, has been in a bit of a transition. In September, however, the store will move into its much-anticipated final home inside the new Nature's Oasis. La Plata Economic Drivers Study released by Region 9 La Plata Economic Drivers Study released by Region 9 The Half Price Tees and Durango Embroidery and Print coming back from the fire, better than ever Six months ago, Half Price Tees garnered national, even international fame due to the fire that destroyed a portion of the 700 block on Durango’s Main Ave. What has come to light, however, in the wake of this tragedy is that this is no mere “t-shirt shop. The Half Price Tees and Durango Embroidery and Print coming back from the fire, better than ever Six months ago, Half Price Tees garnered national, even international fame due to the fire that destroyed a portion of the 700 block on Durango’s Main Ave. What has come to light, however, in the wake of this tragedy is that this is no mere “t-shirt shop. “Look Local First” campaign seeks to protect La Plata County’s economy “Look Local First” campaign seeks to protect La Plata County’s economy Sean Clark named Steamworks Executive Chef and Director of Restaurant Operations Sean Clark named Steamworks Executive Chef and Director of Restaurant Operations 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 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. 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.” 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.” Archie Ribera named Apprentice Lineman at LPEA Former equipment operator studying to become journeyman lineman. Archie Ribera named Apprentice Lineman at LPEA Former equipment operator studying to become journeyman lineman. La Plata Electric “Time-of-Use” periods adjust for Winter on Sept. 15 On-peak, off-peak rates designed to conserve energy, save customers money. La Plata Electric “Time-of-Use” periods adjust for Winter on Sept. 15 On-peak, off-peak rates designed to conserve energy, save customers money. La Plata Electric “Time-of-Use” periods adjust for Winter on Sept. 15 On-peak, off-peak rates designed to conserve energy, save customers money. Steamworks taps Spencer Roper as head brewer in Bayfield brewery Steamworks taps Spencer Roper as head brewer in Bayfield brewery LPEA seeking volunteers for power cost monitor study Residential customers can “watch” their energy consumption and costs. LPEA seeking volunteers for power cost monitor study Residential customers can “watch” their energy consumption and costs. LPEA seeking volunteers for power cost monitor study Residential customers can “watch” their energy consumption and costs. LPEA seeking volunteers for power cost monitor study Residential customers can “watch” their energy consumption and costs. Laura Lewis named Economic Leader of the Year by Region 9 Laura Lewis named Economic Leader of the Year by Region 9 Laura Lewis named Economic Leader of the Year by Region 9 Coke, Pepsi stand aside: Zuberfizz has entered “the cola game” Zuberfizz’s new “Cola.” is soda with altitude – that is altitude as in elevation, crafted at 6512-ft. above sea level right in the heart of Historic Downtown Durango. With the “Cola.” its ninth sku in the “soda pop” arena, the grassroots, all natural soda Coke, Pepsi stand aside: Zuberfizz has entered “the cola game” Zuberfizz’s new “Cola.” is soda with altitude – that is altitude as in elevation, crafted at 6512-ft. above sea level right in the heart of Historic Downtown Durango. With the “Cola.” its ninth sku in the “soda pop” arena, the grassroots, all natural soda Coke, Pepsi stand aside: Zuberfizz has entered “the cola game” Zuberfizz’s new “Cola.” is soda with altitude – that is altitude as in elevation, crafted at 6512-ft. above sea level right in the heart of Historic Downtown Durango. With the “Cola.” its ninth sku in the “soda pop” arena, the grassroots, all natural soda Coke, Pepsi stand aside: Zuberfizz has entered “the cola game” Zuberfizz’s new “Cola.” is soda with altitude – that is altitude as in elevation, crafted at 6512-ft. above sea level right in the heart of Historic Downtown Durango. With the “Cola.” its ninth sku in the “soda pop” arena, the grassroots, all natural soda Bike-to-Work, Commuter Challenge June 24 Bike-to-Work, Commuter Challenge June 24 Bike-to-Work, Commuter Challenge June 24 Bike-to-Work, Commuter Challenge June 24 Pops Night to feature Big Night of Big Band with Carl Topilow Pops Night to feature Big Night of Big Band with Carl Topilow Pops Night to feature Big Night of Big Band with Carl Topilow La Plata County Step-it-Up Coalition to help connect neighbors for a healthier community Recognizing that “connectedness” fosters interest and caring for others within a community - and makes it stronger - the La Plata County Step-it-Up Prevention Coalition is taking the lead to bring neighbors together for National Neighborhood Day and more. La Plata County Step-it-Up Coalition to help connect neighbors for a healthier community Recognizing that “connectedness” fosters interest and caring for others within a community - and makes it stronger - the La Plata County Step-it-Up Prevention Coalition is taking the lead to bring neighbors together for National Neighborhood Day and more. City coordinates day-long “Salute to America” City coordinates day-long “Salute to America” Music in the Mountains poster collection on display at Library Music in the Mountains poster collection on display at Library Music in the Mountains poster collection on display at Library Music in the Mountains poster collection on display at Library Bonnie Phipps, storyteller, autoharpist and folk singer to perform at Library Bonnie Phipps, storyteller, autoharpist and folk singer to perform at Library “Fridays at the Fort” continues July 17 at the Community Concert Hall Second in a series of free summer shows to feature Dave Mensch & Formula 151, Ashley Edwards. “Fridays at the Fort” continues July 17 at the Community Concert Hall Second in a series of free summer shows to feature Dave Mensch & Formula 151, Ashley Edwards. “Fridays at the Fort” continues July 17 at the Community Concert Hall Second in a series of free summer shows to feature Dave Mensch & Formula 151, Ashley Edwards. “Special Guests” to join Lyle Lovett and his Large Band, July 27 “Concerts for Scholarships” show to feature a full night of music. “Special Guests” to join Lyle Lovett and his Large Band, July 27 “Concerts for Scholarships” show to feature a full night of music. “Special Guests” to join Lyle Lovett and his Large Band, July 27 “Concerts for Scholarships” show to feature a full night of music. Mountain biking skills clinics scheduled Mountain biking skills clinics scheduled Mountain biking skills clinics scheduled Mountain biking skills clinics scheduled Irish Embassy announces anniversary celebration events Irish Embassy announces anniversary celebration events Irish Embassy announces anniversary celebration events Irish Embassy announces anniversary celebration events
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