WRC, Mercy to Host Free Movie During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week

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 audience members.
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 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. DURANGO SELECTED AS THE NEXT BEST PLACE Ski Magazine picks town and resort as the place to watch, again DURANGO SELECTED AS THE NEXT BEST PLACE Ski Magazine picks town and resort as the place to watch, again DURANGO SELECTED AS THE NEXT BEST PLACE Ski Magazine picks town and resort as the place to watch, again 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. “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. 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 Commissioners Express Thanks TO FIREFIGHTERS, First Responders, AND COMMUNITY The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners would like to express their gratitude for the cooperative effort put forth in combating the fire that occurred on Friday, February 22, 2008 and destroyed Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Half-Price Tees and Le Commissioners Express Thanks TO FIREFIGHTERS, First Responders, AND COMMUNITY The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners would like to express their gratitude for the cooperative effort put forth in combating the fire that occurred on Friday, February 22, 2008 and destroyed Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Half-Price Tees and Le Commissioners Express Thanks TO FIREFIGHTERS, First Responders, AND COMMUNITY The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners would like to express their gratitude for the cooperative effort put forth in combating the fire that occurred on Friday, February 22, 2008 and destroyed Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Half-Price Tees and Le Commissioners Express Thanks TO FIREFIGHTERS, First Responders, AND COMMUNITY The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners would like to express their gratitude for the cooperative effort put forth in combating the fire that occurred on Friday, February 22, 2008 and destroyed Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Half-Price Tees and Le Commissioners Express Thanks TO FIREFIGHTERS, First Responders, AND COMMUNITY The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners would like to express their gratitude for the cooperative effort put forth in combating the fire that occurred on Friday, February 22, 2008 and destroyed Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Half-Price Tees and Le Board of County Commissioners Schedule, Nov. 17-21 Community encouraged to support “Green” competitions Community encouraged to support “Green” competitions Community encouraged to support “Green” competitions Community encouraged to support “Green” competitions Iron Horse Training Program starts Dec. 1 Iron Horse Training Program starts Dec. 1 Iron Horse Training Program starts Dec. 1 Iron Horse Training Program starts Dec. 1 Iron Horse Training Program starts Dec. 1 Iron Horse Training Program starts Dec. 1 Eclectic band Salem set to perform at Steamworks late night Nov. 21 Eclectic band Salem set to perform at Steamworks late night Nov. 21 Eclectic band Salem set to perform at Steamworks late night Nov. 21 LPEA Outage Hotline Kennebec Café and Bakery adds "events center" to its moniker When well-known chef and caterer Barbara Helmer and her partner Miguel Carrillo purchased the “diner” at the entrance to La Plata Canyon in 1999, they had a vision. Today, their Kennebec Café and Bakery is even bigger and better than ever. Kennebec Café and Bakery adds "events center" to its moniker When well-known chef and caterer Barbara Helmer and her partner Miguel Carrillo purchased the “diner” at the entrance to La Plata Canyon in 1999, they had a vision. Today, their Kennebec Café and Bakery is even bigger and better than ever. Great American SmokeOut is Thurs., Nov. 20 Great American SmokeOut is Thurs., Nov. 20 Great American SmokeOut is Thurs., Nov. 20 Great American SmokeOut is Thurs., Nov. 20 Public information meeting regarding "Railroad Square" scheduled for Nov. 20 Holiday Indian Market planned at SUIT Cultural Center and Museum Holiday Indian Market planned at SUIT Cultural Center and Museum Phone/internet down at Florida Mesa Elementary Ride Durango's transit for FREE Nov. 25 Amber Alert High school juniors invited to apply for Washington DC Youth Tour La Plata Electric/NRECA sponsoring all expenses paid trip set for June 11-18, 2009. High school juniors invited to apply for Washington DC Youth Tour La Plata Electric/NRECA sponsoring all expenses paid trip set for June 11-18, 2009. High school juniors invited to apply for Washington DC Youth Tour La Plata Electric/NRECA sponsoring all expenses paid trip set for June 11-18, 2009. High school juniors invited to apply for Washington DC Youth Tour La Plata Electric/NRECA sponsoring all expenses paid trip set for June 11-18, 2009. High school juniors invited to apply for Washington DC Youth Tour La Plata Electric/NRECA sponsoring all expenses paid trip set for June 11-18, 2009. La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase Following comment period, rate increase is set to begin January 1, 2009. La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase Following comment period, rate increase is set to begin January 1, 2009. La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase Following comment period, rate increase is set to begin January 1, 2009.	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 audience members. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Abbey Theatre (128 E. College Drive, Durango). This landmark film chronicles the life of Diane Israel, a world-champion tri-athlete whose career was ultimately ended by anorexia and athletic bulimia. Israel’s inspirational story of recovery will be followed by a discussion led by therapist Joanie Trussel, who specializes in the treatment of eating and exercise disorders. The screening and discussion are open to the public. Parents, teachers, medical and mental health practitioners, coaches and trainers are especially encouraged to attend. For more information, call 799-0116. For a listing of therapists in La Plata County who specialize in the treatment of eating and exercise disorders, please call the Women’s Resource Center at 247-1242. For other information and resources, please visit www.nationaleatingdisorders.org.
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