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Keeping Community Front and Center
October 18, 2023 00:00 - 3 minutes - 2.73 MBThis past September, Pueblo Community College Southwest moved back into the Commons Building in Durango from its Durango High School location. The move will provide more opportunities for community involvement between the school and Durango, as well as provide opportunities to expand existing programs and add new programs. At a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the move, PCC staff and administrators expressed excitement about the move and the opportunities now available to the school and ...
Paying it Forward for Women’s Golf
October 13, 2023 21:00 - 5 seconds - 108 KBA golf tournament that started as a way to introduce women golfers to the golf courses in Durango is now a powerful fundraising event. Founders Dolly Turner and Doris Douglass started the Columbine Classic Charity Golf Tournament in 1995 at Dalton Ranch Golf Club, and in 2004 became a charity event for local nonprofit organizations in Durango. This year, members presented a $25,000 check to the Fort Lewis College Women’s Varsity Golf Team for the Nick Turner Scholarship Fund - a fund that ai...
Solar Eclipse Viewing Vantages
October 11, 2023 22:00 - 2 minutes - 1.99 MBThe 2023 annular solar eclipse will pass directly over Colorado, one of nine states that will be able to see the “Ring of Fire” astronomical event in its entirety. Find some of the best viewing towards Mesa Verde National Park, or join the fun in Durango at the Chili Chase at Backcountry Experience. And come join Bode Miller and filmmaker Brett Rapkin at the Community Foundation Serving Southwest Colorado’s Making a Difference Speaker Series. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.dur...
Big Brothers Big Sisters Wins National Leadership Award
October 07, 2023 17:00 - 4 minutes - 3.37 MBBig Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Southwest Colorado was recently voted Small Agency Board of the Year at the national Big Brothers Big Sisters convention. Rebuilding after the challenges of the pandemic, BBBS of Southwest Colorado has implemented a new three-year strategy that emphasizes leadership and development within the staff and board. By Rachel Hughes. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/big-brothers-big-sisters-wins-national-leadership-award This story is spons...
Merely Players Open Season with Shakespeare’s The Tempest
October 07, 2023 17:00 - 4 minutes - 3.25 MBMerely Players brings Shakespeare to life for modern audiences and contributes to a thriving local theatre scene in Durango. Talented actors, artists, and technicians in the local community come together to create collective art that celebrates imagination, innovation, and creativity. Merely Players has a diverse and interesting season ahead in 2023-24, kicking off with a Shakespearean classic, the Bard’s final play, The Tempest, showing from October 6th - October 15th at the Merely Undergro...
Catch the Changing Colors
October 02, 2023 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.36 MBSan Juan National Forest has released its annual Fall Colors Report, catch the leaves when you can! Cowboys abound this weekend with the 35th annual Cowboy Gathering, bringing poets, musicians, artists, and cowboy enthusiasts to downtown. Spoketober starts October 1st, catch the kick-off concert at Durango Hot Springs on October 4th, and there is no hazardous waste collection event this fall. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/catch-the-changing-color...
Skyhawks Coaches Corner Episode 3
September 28, 2023 20:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBIt's all in the details for FLC Assistant Coach Jordan Bible, who works as the Skyhawks Recruiting Coordinator, Special Teams Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach. Bible talks to us about managing chaos on the sidelines as Special Teams Coordinator. Junior Kicker Hunter Villavicencia handles both the kicking and punting duties for FLC. He details his kicking journey and reveals the technique required to pin a punt deep in enemy territory. Support the Show.
Snakes, Surprises, and Safety
September 27, 2023 14:00 - 3 minutes - 2.79 MBOn a sunny fall Saturday, 140 dogs and their owners took part in a rattlesnake avoidance training course, hosted by Durango Kennel Club. Professional Trainer Terry Chandler (Rugerheim Kennels) has over 35 years of experience training field dogs, and he brings that expertise from Las Cruces, New Mexico to help keep dogs and their owners safe while hiking in the southwest. The aim of the training is to replace curiosity with founded fear and keep dogs from getting bit by rattlesnakes. By Hanna...
Healing the Community Through Art
September 26, 2023 14:00 - 4 minutes - 2.94 MBDancing Spirit Community Arts Center, like the artistic endeavors of its founders and participants, is a constantly evolving work. While its roots as an artistic co-op have not been forgotten, the non-profit has grown into a community center for visual and performing arts, offering classes, co-op space, and opportunities for the community of Ignacio to express themselves through art. The newest evolution - Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts, has broken ground to create and develop a location...
Ignacio Monthly Roundup: September
September 21, 2023 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.56 MBWith school in full swing, Ignacio School District 11-JT would like to remind parents to fill out the free meals form so that every student can get free lunch. There is still the option for corporate sponsorships with the school district - support the students with athletics, clubs, and more! The Ignacio Community Library has added new events to its line-up heading into fall, with a teen night and Silly Science Saturdays happening once a month! By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.d...
Durango Schools add Native American Games to Curriculum
September 21, 2023 14:00 - 2 minutes - 2.08 MBDurango School District 9-R teachers achieved their certification for teaching Native American Games over the summer, thanks to a three-day training program through the Montana Office of Instruction. The traditional Native American games offer students of all grade levels various challenges and benefits, mental and physical. Title VI Program Manager Orlando Griego believes the addition will bring a sense of belonging to Native American students in the district. By Connor Shreve. Watch this ...
Completion of Phase One Development for SOIL Outdoor Learning
September 20, 2023 17:00 - 3 minutes - 2.19 MBThe City of Durango voted unanimously to annex nearly 2,000 acres of land from the Durango Mesa Park Foundation. If you’re a poet, and you know it, applications are open for the first-ever Durango Poet Laureate position, there is an adult and youth position available, both are three-year terms And come celebrate with SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab with the completion of Phase One development. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/completion-of-phase-one-devel...
Inaugural Bike Race to Take Off
September 14, 2023 21:00 - 2 minutes - 2.04 MBThe Durango Derby hosts its inaugural event Saturday, September 23rd, looking to add another option for amature and pro mountain bikers in Colorado. Traffic has switched once again on the US Highway 550 project as construction to connect the highway with the existing US Highway 160 interchange. Durango Kennel Club invites you to sign up for its Rattlesnake Avoidance training this Saturday to keep your furry furiends safe, and don’t forget to enjoy the Kiwanis Club of Durango’s pancake breakf...
Durango High School Football Enters New Era
September 14, 2023 21:00 - 3 minutes - 2.26 MBThe Durango Demons High School football team fell just one win shy of the 3A Colorado State Championship game in 2022. Following the season, Head Coach Todd Casebier retired from coaching, ushering in a change for D.H.S. Football. Head Coach Matt Burton has taken over, bringing with him a more modern spread offense. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/durango-high-school-football-enters-new-era This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy’s Pizza & Wings and T...
Dive into the World of Water at ICL
September 14, 2023 21:00 - 3 minutes - 2.18 MBWe Are Water hopes to inspire conversations about what water means to communities within the Four Corners region. The exhibit has partnered with Ignacio Community Library, which is serving as the place to meet and share, explore and learn about water in our community. The exhibit runs through October 29th. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/dive-into-the-world-of-water-at-icl This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Happy Pappy’s Pizza & W...
Skyhawks Coaches Corner Episode 2
September 14, 2023 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBFort Lewis College Football Head Coach Johnny Cox previews the Skyhawks upcoming home opener Saturday, September 16 at Ray Dennison Memorial Field in Durango. Defensive Coordinator Spencer Brown breaks down his units performance through two games. Sophomore Linebacker Christopher Ponce talks about changing the culture at FLC. Brought to you by our generous sponsors Sky Ute Casino, TBK Bank, and The Glacier Club Watch the full episode at www.durangolocal.news/sections/sports-durango-co Su...
Local Colleges Largely Unaffected by Supreme Court Ruling
September 12, 2023 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.59 MBThe Supreme Court’s June 29th ruling that race-based affirmative action in admissions is unconstitutional was disappointing for many educators, but not necessarily a surprise. But the rulings don’t impact how local institutions such as Fort Lewis College operate. Additionally, the rulings don’t impact how schools conduct outreach or recruit. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/local-colleges-largely-unaffected-by-supreme-court-ruling This story is spons...
Back to School!
September 06, 2023 21:00 - 3 minutes - 2.52 MBThe City of Durango has launched a new campaign to encourage pet owners to clean up after their pets. Two new housing developments are recipients of the La Plata Economic Development Alliance’s Housing Catalyst Fund. The Good Food Collective wants to help reduce food waste through its gleaning program, and if you own an electric vehicle, the City of Durango wants to hear from you what it’s like driving in Durango. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/i...
“X” Marks the Spot for Mental Health
September 05, 2023 14:00 - 3 minutes - 2.79 MBBrandarius Johnson knows the importance of mental health, especially among students. The Fort Lewis Collegealum visited Durango School District 9-R before the start of the school year to discuss how to talk to students - especially pre-teens and teens - about mental health. Johnson, a published author, runs several programs through his organization Day 1 Ambition. By Hannah Robertson and Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/x-marks-the-spot-for-mental-health ...
Oxbow Preserve to Expand
August 31, 2023 15:00 - 2 minutes - 2 MBThe City of Durango has finalized the donation process for an additional 50 acres of land next to the Oxbow Preserve, donated by Bill and Maddy Waters. The design phase for ADA improvements along North Main has begun, and learn more about the “Grain Chain” through a program by the University of Colorado Colorado Springs Grain School. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/oxbow-preserve-to-expand This story is sponsored by Serious Texas BBQ and Tafoya B...
Skyhawks Coaches Corner
August 30, 2023 21:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBFort Lewis College Head Football Coach Johnny Cox, Offensive Coordinator John Grinde and Tight End Joseph Barreras recap fall camp and preview the 2023 football season opener. Brought to you by Sky Ute Casino, TBK Bank, and Glacier Club Support the Show.
A Wildfire Success Story: Plumtaw Fire
August 28, 2023 16:00 - 4 minutes - 3.46 MBDocumentarian Christi Bode is used to filming the aftermath of a wildfire - but when the Plumtaw Fire broke out within eyesight of her home, there was a new story to tell. In the American Southwest, so often stories of wildfires end in tales of destruction and loss, though that was not the case with the Plumtaw Fire. Bode, with her film company Moxicran Media, collaborated with several other local organizations to highlight the success of fire mitigation and education efforts, resulting in t...
Nominate An Exceptional Woman
August 25, 2023 01:00 - 2 minutes - 2.05 MBDo you know an exceptional woman who deserves the recognition? Nominate her for the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame. Merely Players present the premiere of “A Slow Crawl Towards Heaven” by Javon “Ja’Moon” Jones, a visual storytelling experience, and Durango School District 9-R has open board seats for the November election. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/nominate-an-exceptional-woman This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino and Kroegers Ace Hardw...
Fort Lewis College Football Eager for Improvement
August 23, 2023 22:00 - 3 minutes - 2.18 MBThe Fort Lewis College Skyhawks football team has lots of new faces heading into Head Coach Johnny Cox’s second year at the helm of the program. Coach Cox’s rebuild will continue in year two with three new coaches and many more new players. Though improvement in some statistical categories didn’t translate to wins on the field in 2022, coaches and players are hoping year two brings more wins. The Skyhawks open their season with two road games, starting with a clash against William Jewell Col...
Durango Mesa Park Trails Close to Completion
August 16, 2023 17:00 - 4 minutes - 3.05 MBCentura Health is now CommonSpirit with the consolidation of parent companies. Fort Lewis College and the La Plata Economic Development Alliance have announced a new program for high-priority jobs in the La Plata region. Trails in the Horse Gulch and Durango Mesa system are nearing completion, and add rafting to work to your list of things to do this week! By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/durango-mesa-park-trails-close-to-completion This story is ...
The Tool Lending Library
August 15, 2023 19:00 - 4 minutes - 3.01 MBEver been working on a home improvement project and find out you’re missing a specific tool? Durango Tool Library is here to help you find all the tools you need without breaking the bank. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/the-tool-lending-library This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings and The Payroll Department This story was previously posted February 14, 2022 Support the Show.
Painted Feathers: Native American Artists Demonstrate their Crafts
August 11, 2023 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.02 MBThe fifth annual American Indian Art Festival was held under the trees at Aztec Ruins National Monument. It was nearly a hundred degrees in the shade, but the artists remained cool through the two-day event. Weavers, potters, painters, and jewelers came from all over the Southwest regions of the Four Corners, including Teec Nos Pos in Arizona and the ancient pueblo of Acoma, three hours south of Aztec. The artists demonstrated their various techniques and also sold their crafts. The event w...
A Community in Symphony
August 07, 2023 16:00 - 3 minutes - 2.66 MBThere is a subtle excitement hearing the tuning note as a symphony is about to start, and San Juan Symphony wants to bring that excitement to everyone, performer or concert-goer. Through community-based programs, working within local schools, and supporting other local music groups, San Juan Symphony is bringing professional-grade music to the small towns and communities, breaking down barriers to access. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/a-community...
Pavement Treatments and Road Planning Ahead
August 04, 2023 14:00 - 3 minutes - 2.17 MBThe City of Durango reviewed bids for the County Road 250 and County Road 241 improvement project at the latest City Council meeting. Pavement treatment projects are underway across town - make sure to plan your trip accordingly and be prepared for possibly delays and roadwork. And the Durango Adult Education Center would like to invite you to join its annual Literacy Luncheon fundraiser and celebrate the past year’s achievements. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.ne...
Get Your Fix On at Repair Café in Ignacio
August 03, 2023 17:00 - 3 minutes - 2.18 MBAn international organization, Repair Café has recently opened shop at Ignacio Community Library to help folks fix everything from zippers and electronics to toasters and bicycles for free. Tools and materials are on hand, along with a variety of volunteer experts doing and teaching the fixing. Join the crew the first Thursday of every month at 6:00 p.m. By Donna K. Hewett. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/get-your-fix-on-at-repair-cafe-in-ignacio This story is sponso...
Exchange Student Leaves Durango with New Home, Outlook
August 01, 2023 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.22 MB18-year-old Tinashe Vareta has dealt with food insecurity his entire life. He overcame many challenges to even get to Durango to participate in an exchange program sponsored by Durango High Noon Rotary Club. Now, thanks to the generosity of club members and others throughout the community, Vareta’s family has a new home. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/exchange-student-leaves-durango-with-new-home-outlook This story is sponsored by The Payroll Depar...
Ignacio Farm Celebrates Summer with Locals Specials
July 27, 2023 17:00 - 2 minutes - 1.74 MBAfter operating as a successful agri-tourism farm and entertainment venue for two Autumn seasons, Jackalope Acres Farm is expanding offerings for its first summer in business. Hayrides allow visitors to see much of the farm's 60 acres located outside Ignacio. Sunflower and Zinnia festivals are scheduled for August and September and will lead Jackalope Acres into the fall-fest season it’s become associated with. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/ignacio-...
Plan Ahead - CO 172 Paving Project Begins
July 27, 2023 00:00 - 3 minutes - 2.19 MBThe Colorado Department of Transportation announced plans for the start of paving on the CO 172 project, which will cause alternate lane closures and possible delays of up to 30 minutes. The Multimodal Department is looking for volunteers to help with a pedestrian and bicycle counting survey and the City of Durango has been approved for funds from Proposition 123 to construct 184 affordable housing units over the next three years. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.ne...
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Set In Place
July 21, 2023 16:00 - 3 minutes - 2.52 MBLa Plata County and the San Juan National Forest have enacted fire restrictions as the summer heats up. Durango School District 9-R introduces the two new leadership teams for Miller Middle School and Escalante Middle School. The City of Durango is looking for volunteers to join local boards and commissions, and La Plata Conservation District and Pine River Conservation District are looking for landowner input on land use concerns through an online survey. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this st...
Non-Profit Brings Water to Navajo Reservation Homes
July 18, 2023 14:00 - 3 minutes - 2.8 MBFundamental Needs, a Cortez-based non-profit, began by helping out on the Navajo Reservation during the pandemic. Ultimately, the founder’s discovered water was one of the most desired resources on the reservation. It developed a program that installs water systems for individual dwellings that don't have access to clean water. In 2023, the non-profit will continue its expansion into the Farmington and Shiprock areas. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/n...
Sustainable Store & Cafe Open
July 17, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.4 MBSustainable Goods and Omni Cafe are now in their permanent home at 1259 Main Avenue in Durango. After operating as wholesalers and pop-up specialists, owners believe the climate is right to showcase sustainable and local products. Sustainable Goods features everyday goods and gifts from local and environmentally conscious companies, while collaborator Omni Cafe offers baked goods and coffee from local producers. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/sustain...
The Summer of Free Transportation
July 14, 2023 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.67 MBDurango Transit is halfway through its second summer of free transit, thanks to funding from Senate Bill 260 and the City of Durango. With an eye to reducing carbon usage over the summer, and removing barriers to transportation, the program so far has been an overwhelming success, with buses being full more often than not. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/the-summer-of-free-transportation The story is sponsored by Tafoya, Barrett, and Associates ...
Search for Missing Hiker Updates
July 14, 2023 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.62 MBOrganizers have announced they are closing the public search for missing hiker Ian O’Brian after two weeks of searching. The City of Durango has voted how best to distribute the $361,084 in excess 2022 Lodger’s Tax. Come celebrate 100 years of one of the iconic engines from the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad at the Animas Museum, and voluntary water restrictions are in place as repairs progress on the pipeline under Goeglein Gulch. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.d...
Counting Birds for Preservation
July 07, 2023 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.1 MBThe Grand Canyon Trust, an organization dedicated to preserving the Grand Canyon and the Colorado Plateau, initiated the Pinyon Jay project to involve volunteers in wildlife conservation. Pinyon Jays have a symbiotic relationship with pinyon trees, making them a key marker in forest preservation for the pinyon and juniper forests dotting the Colorado Plateau. The project aims to gather data and protect the ecosystem while engaging amateur birders and outdoor enthusiasts, making the project a...
Summer Parking Meter Rates Rise
July 05, 2023 21:00 - 3 minutes - 2.24 MBThe City of Durango has announced that parking meters in high-occupancy areas downtown will see a 25¢ price increase as of July 1st, in accordance with the comprehensive parking plan. Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites amateur sportswomen to apply for the Ladies Cast, Blast, and Fling event this August, and participate in a survey to determine the “livability” of Durango this July. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/summer-parking-meter-rates-rise ...
Regenerating Our World
July 04, 2023 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.52 MBWhen some people see an issue, they go out of their way to find a solution. Mandy Magill realized that many places in Durango still used pesticides and other toxic products on landscaping and gardening, and decided through her organization - Project Dung Beetle- to create a speaker series designed to address all the different ways we can incorporate regenerative practices in our own backyard. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/regenerating-our-world ...
Expanding Horizons at Durango-La Plata Airport
July 03, 2023 17:00 - 4 minutes - 3.09 MBThe end of April marked the beginning of a multi-year expansion project at the Durango La-Plata Airport with a groundbreaking ceremony. The project, currently in Phase 1A, plans to address the growing services at the airport while simultaneously enabling day-to-day operations to continue. Since its construction in 1988, the airport has seen over a 100% increase in use with no major renovations or additions. By Hannah Robertson and Andy Wingerd. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/news...
Fourth of July Week Events
July 01, 2023 02:00 - 2 minutes - 1.85 MBThe City of Durango Municipal Court is now offering in-person, court-certified Spanish translation once a month to ensure equal access and aid in court decisions for cases requiring translation. The upcoming week is filled with Fourth of July celebrations across town, including events like pie-eating contests, ice cream socials, and the popular pancake breakfast. The week concludes with Elder Grown's Summer Camp, a one-night music festival showcasing diverse talents and music styles at Tico ...
Officials Urge Homeowners and Recreationists to Prioritize Fire Safety
June 28, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.54 MBIdeal weather conditions have allowed local fire crews to do more mitigation work than in recent years, but they caution against letting your guard down heading into our warmest months. The Colorado State Forest Service, Live Wildfire Ready, teaches homeowners how to take simple measures to reduce the risk of losing a home to fire. The San Juan National Forest urges recreationists to know about current fire restrictions. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstorie...
Tamed Inflation Hopes to Help Real Estate Market
June 26, 2023 12:00 - 3 minutes - 2.45 MBDan Korman of Alpenglow Properties, LLC discusses commercial and residential real estate in this installment of The Durango Real Estate Update. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/tamed-inflation-hopes-to-help-real-estate-market Support the show
Nutritional-Base Approach to Food Distribution
June 24, 2023 17:00 - 2 minutes - 1.82 MBThe Southern Ute Food Distribution Program aims to better the relationship between food and the people on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation and beyond. The Ignacio Community Library wants to see your art grace its walls this summer, and come join the Books and Brews book club for fresh reads and roasts this July. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/nutritional-base-approach-to-food-distribution This story is sponsored by Kroeger’s Ace Hardware and ...
Students Join Board of Education
June 22, 2023 00:00 - 3 minutes - 2.46 MBFour local students from Durango High School and Big Picture High School will join the Durango School District 9-R Board of Education to help provide a student perspective on meetings and the like. The Southwest Rural Philanthropy Conference proved a wide success with over 350 participating individuals brought together with the focus on improving funding to southwest nonprofit organizations, and Durango has made it on to yet another unique list - one of 175 “alternative” romantic destinatio...
Summer Shines Light on Impaired Driving Problems
June 20, 2023 14:00 - 2 minutes - 2.06 MBAs temperatures rise, so too does the number of D.U.I. and impaired driving cases. The issue is particularly bad in Southwest Colorado. Local non-profit, School Community Youth Collaborative, is bringing awareness to Ride Responsible. A program highlighting the problem of impaired driving and making safer modes of transportation more widely available. The organization partners with rideshare alternatives and works with transportation departments for special events. By Connor Shreve. Watch t...
Summer Garden Fun
June 16, 2023 12:00 - 3 minutes - 2.77 MBSanta Rita Park is the location of a new demonstration garden and landscape program, showcasing sustainable landscaping techniques for the arid Southwest region. At next week’s City Council meeting, the allocation of an extra $361,084 in lodger's tax will be discussed, with proposed funding for electric vehicle chargers, transportation signage, and Visit Durango projects. Clean Commute Week, starting on June 24th, will feature various sustainable transportation activities and challenges, cul...
Lend Your Story to Ignacio’s Archive
June 15, 2023 16:00 - 2 minutes - 2.08 MBThe call is out to share your story with the Ignacio Community Library to help contribute to the preservation of Ignacio’s unique history. Voices of Ignacio aims to find, curate and preserve stories from and related to our residents and region. Organizers hope the project unifies and promotes the community. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/lend-your-story-to-ignacios-archive This story is sponsored by Tafoya, Barrett & Associates and Kroegers Ace Har...