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As Durango School District 9-R prepares to spend $63 million in capital construction and renovations during the next few years, it's also working with area business development organizations to ensure that local contractors and subcontractors in Southwest Colorado know how to submit bids and land contracts to benefit from the district's investment. Sponsored by FASTSIGNS and The Payroll Department

The national demand for RVs and camper vans exploded during the pandemic as social distancing drove people into the great outdoors, and one Durango business, Wanderful Wheels, has grown exponentially as a result. Sponsored by Tafoya Barrett & Associates and Serious Texas BBQ

Outdoor concerts, a chance to win a Viking River Cruise for two, and an Elton John impersonator are a part of the post-pandemic Music in the Mountains Festival schedule as it returns to live performances this year. Sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and Choice Building Supply Ace Hardware

When two new families take possession of their new Habitat for Humanity homes this fall, they can thank nine members of an Americorps team for a lot of the work. Sponsored by Happy Pappy's Pizza and Wings and Whole Health Family Medicine Clinic

Dan Korman, owner of Alpenglow Properties, compares real estate prices for the first half of the year with last year and speculates that the hot market is setting a new normal. Sponsored by Alpenglow Properties

A new program at Colvig Silver Camps north of Durango gives children an opportunity to indulge in unstructured play all day long. Sponsored by Tile and Light Art of Durango and Durango Party Rental

A grant from the Colorado Energy Office and local organizations are providing local restaurant workers with eBikes in exchange for participating in a pilot program that is designed to help, in part, with reducing emissions during daily commutes. By Hannah Robertson. Sponsored by Tile and Light Art of Durango and San Juan Basin Public Health

Retired Ignacio science teacher Danny Jaques is famous for his spicy, fresh homemade salsa. Now, he's making, packaging, and selling a dehydrated version that he hopes one day will be out of this world. Literally. Sponsored by FASTSIGNS and The Timbers at Edgemont Highlands

Traditional diet management programs include recommendations to lower your fat intake. But that doesn't always take off the fat. Sugar is the culprit. PHD Weight Loss founder, Dr. Ashley Lucas, explains why. Sponsored by PHD Weight Loss

In this edition of #LPEAwire, LPEA CEO Jessica Matlock gives an update on the latest developments with LPEA’s three future power supply options. Brought to you by La Plata Electric Association

The Community Concert Hall opened the summer concert season with their first in-person concert since March 2020 on June 10. Concerts in the park and a full fall line-up are set to follow. By Hannah Robertson. Sponsored by FASTSIGNS and The Timbers at Edgemont Highlands

The La Plata Historical Society found the silver lining in the dark cloud of the pandemic: patrons are hungry for stories about Durango's history. So when Animas museum reopens on July 6, expect even more educational programming about the region's past. Sponsored by Alpine Bank

A lengthy renovation program to install new seating, as well as enhanced irrigation systems and better facilities for players, will be ready to go just in time for the 2021 Connie Mack World Series, which will return to Ricketts Park after being canceled in 2020. The World Series will open in Farmington on July 23. Sponsored by Serious Texas BBQ and Express Employment Professionals

Jack Llewellyn and Kim Oyler of the Durango Chamber of Commerce join Allee the goldendoodle to bring you information on this summer's Top Dog & Coolest Cat contest, a fun filled event benefiting Parker's Animal Rescue.

Alpenglow Properties owner Dan Korman discusses some of the economic factors that are affecting the housing market, including employment, construction costs, and workforce housing.

The Mancos Burrofest features local burros and highlights local artists in a family-friendly afternoon activity. Sponsored by TruWest Auto and Express Employment Professionals

Have you noticed the colorful murals, lego sculptures, and window art popping up around town as you've emerged from a year of pandemic hibernation? Those are the works of the Durango Arts Brigade. Sponsored by Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings and San Juan Basin Public Health

The transportation sector contributes more greenhouse gas emissions than any other sector in the world, and a Colorado company, Lightning eMotors, wants to help reduce those emissions by manufacturing electric commercial vehicles like delivery vans and passenger shuttles. Local fleet managers recently had an opportunity to learn more about them. Sponsored by Happy Pappy's and San Juan Basin Public Health

What started out as a project to source the fabrics that LeeAnn Vallejos wanted for her quilting addiction has turned into a nationally recognized fabric and quilting shop, Stitch – right here on Main Avenue in Durango. Sponsored by Tile & Light Art of Durango and San Juan Basin Public Health

Business plans battled for supremacy in the 2021 Hawk Tank competition, sponsored by Fort Lewis College, and now San Juan College in Farmington. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Distill Beer, Wine, Spirits and Three Rivers Brewery