Durango Local News
438 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago -Durango, Colorado Local NEWS is part of Local NEWS Network (LNN), a unique platform to produce and distribute local NEWS programming in communities across the USA. Check us out on TV @ Durango Cable Channel 15 & Purgatory Cable Channel 3, online at www.durangolocal.news or on one of our 10 digital displays around town and at the airport. News Producer - Deborah Uroda, Executive Producer - Laurie Sigillito
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Understanding Climate Change Locally
November 18, 2020 21:00 - 2 minutes - 1.52 MBWill the changing climate change how we garden? Choose plants for our landscaping? Destroy the local urban forest? The Durango Botanic Gardens will host a virtual conference addressing these very questions starting on Nov. 21.
Share Holiday Love Safely Online
November 17, 2020 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.19 MBYou can still shop locally and safely this holiday season – and earn local rewards rebates – with the Business Improvement District's new Holiday Rewards Program and its online store, Share the Love.
Modified Polar Express to Run for Holidays
November 16, 2020 22:00 - 3 minutes - 2.64 MBThe Durango Train, taking a cue from it's successful socially-distanced summer train from Rockwood to the Cascade Wye this summer, will run the Polar Express for the holidays with adaptations to accommodate health precautions in the midst of the pandemic.
Learn a New Language, Vacation in Durango
November 14, 2020 21:00 - 6 minutes - 4.59 MBDurango language teacher CeeCee McQuinn opens her home to visitors who not only want to enjoy all that Southwest Colorado has to offer vacationers, but who also want to be immersed in learning a new language. Learn more about Our Language House. Sponsored by Tafoya Barrett & Associates.
County Enters into High-Risk for COVID-19
November 12, 2020 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.28 MBCoronavirus infections are increasing exponentially in Colorado, and La Plata County saw a 23 percent increase in confirmed cases over the cumulative total as of Nov. 6. Health officials warn that the county could be headed for another shutdown if residents don't take health precautions more seriously.
First Responder: James Perkovich
November 11, 2020 02:00 - 2 minutes - 2 MBDurango Police Officer James Perkovich says Durango is a kind and respectful community. Perkovich is one of the newest officers on the Durango Police Force.
Offset Your Carbon Footprint
November 10, 2020 04:00 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBMake a donation to 4Core's Carbon Footprint Offset Fund, offset your own carbon footprint, and the funds will be used to improve energy efficiencies in lower-income households.
Virtual BBBS Event on Nov. 19 to Help Kids
November 07, 2020 03:00 - 3 minutes - 2.31 MBBig Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Colorado hopes to convince you to mentor a child, volunteer with the program, or make a donation to support kids in our community. Learn more about the organization during its virtual Mentor Durango show on Nov. 19.
Healthy Living: Dry-Eye Remedies
November 06, 2020 17:00 - 3 minutes - 2.54 MBAre your eyes itchy? Scratchy? Burning all the time? You may have dry-eye syndrome, and you may require more than over-the-counter treatments. Learn what's available.
New Local Insurance Coop Lowers Costs
November 06, 2020 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.36 MBThe Southwest Health Alliance, a local insurance cooperative, promises to lower health-insurance premiums by more than 35 percent. Learn more about the program.
Pine River Library is More Than A Book Warehouse
November 03, 2020 18:00 - 6 minutes - 4.47 MBBayfield's venerable library has adjusted to the times and has become far more than a warehouse for books. Learn how the library has adjusted with the times.
Election Judges Guard Against Voting Fraud
November 03, 2020 18:00 - 5 minutes - 3.88 MBA bipartisan team of judges oversees every step of the ballot verification and tallying process to ensure the integrity of the election and to ensure that your vote counts!
DHS Cross-Country Team Runs on Teamwork
November 03, 2020 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.2 MBRunners work on their individual times, but they rely on the team to do their best. Find out why!
Ideas to Reduce Your Winter Electric Bill
November 03, 2020 18:00 - 3 minutes - 2.13 MBLearn about La Plata Electric's Fill-the-Bucket food drives in Archuleta and La Plata counties this month along with weatherization tips and programs that can help you become more energy-efficient.
Have Apple Picker, Will Harvest
October 22, 2020 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.06 MBEach year, tons of fruit and produce are wasted because they haven't been harvested. The Good Food Collective takes advantage of the unused abundance by organizing volunteers to glean fields and fruit trees and to make sure the food gets onto the tables of those in need.
What You May Not Know about Dinosaurs
October 20, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 2.08 MBThe Powerhouse Science Center hosts a fun exhibit about dinosaurs curated by the American Museum of Natural History in New York. Learn about the latest discoveries and research.
Balloon Rally a Go, but Stay in Your Car!
October 14, 2020 01:00 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBThe fifth-annual Animas Valley Balloon Rally will take off as planned, complete with a drive-by balloon glow in the valley on Saturday night. Learn more about the schedule of events.
Minkler Shares His Priorities for County
October 14, 2020 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.41 MBLast week, we broadcast three out of four La Plata County Commissioner candidate presentations. Because of a miscommunication on our part, we were unable to connect with Charly Minkler, independent candidate for District 3. Our apologies, and please meet Charly Minkler!
Concert Hall Hosts Virtual Live Concert
October 13, 2020 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.44 MBSign up for a virtual live worldwide concert featuring the Moody Blues tribute band, Go Now, and you you support the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College.
Meet Marsha Porter-Norton, Democratic Candidate for County Commissioner, District 2
October 09, 2020 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.17 MBPorter-Norton shares her vision for La Plata County. Her views are his own and have been presented as a public service of the Local News Network.
Meet Matt Salka, Democratic Candidate for La Plata County Commissioner, District 3
October 09, 2020 22:00 - 3 minutes - 2.41 MBSalka shares his vision for La Plata County. His views are his own and have been presented as a public service of the Local News Network. We invited his opponent, Charly Minkler, independent candidate, to present his views, but he did not respond to several requests to participate.
Meet Jack Turner, Independent Candidate for County Commissioner, District 2
October 09, 2020 22:00 - 3 minutes - 2.41 MBTurner shares his vision for La Plata County. His views are his own and have been presented as a public service of the Local News Network.
Urban Refugees Heat Real Estate Market
October 08, 2020 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.78 MBThe real estate market is hot right now, thanks, in part, to urban pandemic refugees looking for a better quality of life. Alpenglow Properties owner Dan Korman dives into the stats.
District Says School Buildings Need Repair
October 07, 2020 20:00 - 5 minutes - 3.86 MBBetter Schools, Better Future Campaign is stumping for a yes vote on Referendum 4A, a measure that would allow the district to raise $90 million for school repairs and rebuilding Miller Middle School.
New LPEA Wire News Update Debuts
October 07, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 1.53 MBWe introduce the LPEA Wire, a newsy update from La Plata Electric. Learn about the LPEA virtual town halls scheduled for October, COVID relief funds for electric bills, and how to lower costs.
San Juan Symphony Offers Virtual Season
October 06, 2020 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.7 MBWhat do you do when you’re a musician and a member of a symphony orchestra? You follow the lead of Conductor Thomas Heuser and you go virtual. Find out more about this season’s offerings.
SJNF Gets Lot of Love for Public Lands Day
October 02, 2020 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.81 MBMore than a hundred volunteers to work on 13 improvement projects throughout the San Juan National Forest during Public Lands Day. Find out what Trouts Unlimited tackled that day. https://www.durangolocal.news/
Ballots to Start Arriving in Mail on Oct. 6
October 01, 2020 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.16 MBWe talk with La Plata County Clerk Tiffany Parker about the important voting dates you should know to ensure timely delivery of your ballot to be counted on Tuesday, Nov. 3. See the video: https://www.durangolocal.news/
Grab Your Paddle Boards; Oxbow Opens
September 29, 2020 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.69 MBThe long-awaited completion of the $2 million improvements to Oxbow Park and Preserve means that you can park, launch, and play on the north end of the Animas River Trail year-round.
One-Stop Wellness Spa Opens
September 28, 2020 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.49 MBThe Cryomedspa offers a one-stop shop of more than a dozen alternative therapies to improve your body’s functioning. Think of it as a gymnasium for your internal systems.
No Pancakes, but You Can Support Kiwanis
September 28, 2020 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.65 MBThe Kiwanis Club of Durango’s annual Pancake Day, like many special events, had to be canceled because of the pandemic, but you can still support their good works with an online donation.
Tragedy Inspires Responders to Serve
September 23, 2020 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.63 MBBoth Kristina and Lance Stillwaugh were inspired to serve as first responders because of personal and professional tragedies. Learn why they serve, and what they want you to know.
Popular Local Coupon Book Offers New Mobile App
September 01, 2020 20:00 - 3 minutes - 2.52 MBSupporting local businesses has become more important than ever during the pandemic. That's why Local First decided to pursue publication of its annual coupon book, despite tough economic times. And to provide a few incentives to consumers, they book is available for pre-sales, and each purchase comes with a mobile app that will include bonus coupons throughout the year. ________________ Local NEWS Durango is part of Local NEWS Network (LNN), a proprietary platform to produce and distribute ...
Folk Artist Carves Roadside Attraction
September 01, 2020 20:00 - 2 minutes - 1.64 MBAll that Montezuma County folk artist Dave Sipe needs to create a carving is a chainsaw, a chunk of wood and the inspiration the wood gives him. Stop by his roadside museum on the way to Cortez. ________________ Local NEWS Durango is part of Local NEWS Network (LNN), a proprietary platform to produce and distribute local NEWS programming in small towns across the USA. Check us out on TV @ Durango Cable Channel 15 & Purgatory Cable Channel 3, online at www.durangolocal.news or on one of our 1...
Goats Milk Soap Handmade in Mancos
August 28, 2020 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.09 MBThe St. Hilaire family’s business started out as a 4H project raising goats, now they hand-craft soaps and lotions made from 40 percent goat milk, and they have customers from all over the country. ________________ Local NEWS Durango is part of Local NEWS Network (LNN), a proprietary platform to produce and distribute local NEWS programming in small towns across the USA. Check us out on TV @ Durango Cable Channel 15 & Purgatory Cable Channel 3, online at www.durangolocal.news or on one of ou...
County Clerk: Fraud Rare with Mail Voting
August 26, 2020 23:00 - 5 minutes - 4.09 MBVoter fraud is nearly non-existent, and mail-in balloting a number of safeguards are in place to protect the integrity of each vote, according to the President of the Colorado County Clerk’s Association. ________________ Local NEWS Durango is part of Local NEWS Network (LNN), a proprietary platform to produce and distribute local NEWS programming in small towns across the USA. Check us out on TV @ Durango Cable Channel 15 & Purgatory Cable Channel 3, online at www.durangolocal.news or on one...
Bluebird Flour Flies Out the Door
August 26, 2020 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.82 MBIf you like fresh, local food, you can't get any fresher or more local than Bluebird Flour, manufactured at Cortez Milling, right in the heart of Southwest Colorado's grain basket. Find out more about the process and why Bluebird Flour flies out the door once it's milled. ______________________ Local NEWS Durango is part of Local NEWS Network (LNN), a proprietary platform to produce and distribute local NEWS programming in small towns across the USA. Check us out on TV @ Durango Cable Channe...
Dishing Up Dirt with $100,000 State Grant
August 26, 2020 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.38 MBDurango's Table to Farm Compost has ramped up its production of artisan soil made from local food scraps-turned-compost thanks to a $100,000 state health department grant for projects that divert waste from landfills. _____________________ Local NEWS Durango is part of Local NEWS Network (LNN), a proprietary platform to produce and distribute local NEWS programming in small towns across the USA. Check us out on TV @ Durango Cable Channel 15 & Purgatory Cable Channel 3, online at www.durangol...