Sip Some History of Southwest Colorado

The La Plata County Office of Emergency Management conducted its fifth annual wildfire preparedness exercise. Find out how emergency personnel have honed their skills ahead of wildfire season. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino and FLC Center for Innovation.

The Durango Wine Experience took place over the last weekend of April. Hosted by the Community Foundation serving Southwest Colorado, the event raised funds to support 10 local nonprofits. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by M&R Plumbing and Payroll Department.

The following promotional message is a special announcement from the Local NEWS Network about an exciting new partnership with Skidattl. The Local NEWS Network will put the icing on the Durango Shootout Soccer Tournament's 30th anniversary cake with a new augmented reality app that will help participants find soccer-field locations, restaurants, medical services and more. By Deborah Uroda.

Zia Taqueria has exciting plans to celebrate its 20th anniversary. Purchase tickets today for the iAM Music Festival. The Durango Chamber of Commerce seeks comment on a potential wage increase, and just in time for Mother's Day, Pagosa Springs has been ranked third among the best 'Mom-cation' destinations in the United States. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Durango Gelato, Coffee & Tea and Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.

The Four Corners largest annual bike swap features used apparel, bikes, components and gear. The cycling sale serves as the most important fundraiser of the season for Durango Devo. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by FastSigns Durango and FLC Center for Innovation.

Spring is here and the bears are out. Find out what Colorado Parks and Wildlife advises residents should do to be bear aware this season. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Serious Texas Bar-B-Q and FLC Center for Innovation.

Learn how the Regional Housing Alliance plans to strategize and relieve the affordable housing challenge in La Plata County at the 2nd annual Southwest Housing Summit. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by FLC Center for Innovation and Durango Gelato, Coffee & Tea.

Durango School District 9-R will use $60 million from November bond passage to fund the design, construction of a replacement elementary school in Three Springs. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Dunkin’ Donuts and FastSigns Durango.

The CodeRED alert test, originally set for April 20, has been updated to April 21 in consideration of Easter Sunday. World-renowned illusionist Leon Etienne will be performing at the Community Concert Hall. And Fort Lewis Senior, Lacey Miller will debut her exhibit Herpetofauna Of The Center: A Collection Of Scales at the Center of Southwest Studies. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Crystal Mart and Happy Pappy's Pizza & Wings.

According to Indivisible Durango, more than a 1000 people showed up to protest the Trump administration at the Hands-Off protest Saturday April 5. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and Dunkin Donuts.

The La Plata County Public Health Department rolled out a new program called the Healthy Homes Program which helps homeowners stay safe from toxins within their home. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Payroll Department and M&R Plumbing.

On April 21st, 2025, the La Plata County Office of Emergency Management will send out a CodeRED notification. The county urges residents to sign up to CodeRED to stay informed in the event of an emergency. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino and Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.

Be Bear Smart as bears come out of hibernation. CDOT begins construction on US 160 in Pagosa Springs. And Durango Wine Experience returns at the end of the month. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and Tafoya Barrett & Associates.

The Community Concert Hall has introduced a number of international artists to the region while also recognizing local talent. Find out how director Charles Leslie curates the perfect lineup for every season. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by FASTSIGNS Durango.

Families don't have to care for a dying loved one in isolation. Hospice of Montezuma offers medical, social and emotional support to help with a loved one's end-of-life care. By Deborah Uroda. This story is sponsored by Choice Building Supply and LOR Foundation.

Devo will offer the bikes to scholarship recipients and as seasonal rentals. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and Happy Pappy’s Pizza & Wings.

Get a fresh start Spring cleaning with help from the City of Durango, Durango has big plans for Earth Day, and learn more about the return of Durango Restaurant Week. By Sadie Smith This story is sponsored by Crystal Mart and Happy Pappy's Pizza & Wings.

La Plata County is in the midst of an affordable housing challenge. Rising costs and limited availability increase housing costs making it difficult to retain a workforce. Pine River Commons and Rock Creek Housing Project hope to alleviate the housing shortage with new workforce housing. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by La Plata Economic Development Alliance.

Zac Keeler has high goals for his new team, after serving as an assistant for the DHS boys team in 2024. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Fort Lewis College Center for Innovation and Crystal Mart.

Downtown parking meters will soon accept payments from the ParkMobile app. LPEA seeks college interns, La Plata County prepares for wildfire season, and a comedy show supports local businesses and nonprofits. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Durango Gelato, Coffee & Tea and Serious Texas Bar-B-Q.