About us
Contact Us
NEWS
Current NEWS
SPORTS
NEWS ARCHIVE
Community NEWS & STORIES
search local news
SPORTS
Events
Flights
Real Estate
|
Advertise
SUBSCRIBE
Podcasts
Search the NEWS
Durango Events
About us
Contact Us
Watts UP: Employee Generosity
12/26/2018
La Plata Electric’s CEO Mike Dreyspring talks about employee generosity during the holidays.
Learn More...
...
Read the Full Transcript
PAST DURANGO LOCAL NEWS STORIES
8/2/2018
Sundance Head Performs at Fair on Friday
Cowboy-soul singer Sundance Head will be the featured performer at the second annual Friday at the Fair concert during the La Plata County Fair on Aug. 10.
8/2/2018
LPEA Grants Available for Sustainability Projects
The La Plata Electric Association seeks applications from not-for-profit organizations for matching grants to build more renewable energy projects in the service area.
8/2/2018
Battle over Village Reignites
Rio Grande National Forest Superintendent Dan Dallas approves road access, opening the door to a massive development in the middle of an environmentally sensitive area at the top of Wolf Creek Pass.
8/2/2018
Durango Voters Indicate Tax-Increase Support
The City of Durango recently surveyed residents to gauge their support of a proposed tax increase to cover budget and maintenance shortfalls.
7/26/2018
Trout Populations Suffer from Debris Flows
As difficult as it may be to see trout killed by the debris flows from the 416 burn areas, there will be a silver lining.
Falls Creek Mitigation Efforts Make a Difference
Flames from the 416 Fire burned within feet of homes in the Falls Creek Subdivision, but significant mitigation efforts to clear oak brush and trees gave firefighters the 'fighting chance' they needed to save every structure in the area.
7/26/2018
New Brewfest Benefits Music Program
The new Pine River Brewfest is on tap Aug. 4 in Bayfield. Learn about the beverages, music, and kids activities that will be part of the fun.
7/26/2018
WATTS UP: Transguard Fencing
Find out what steps the La Plata Electric Association is taking to save our furry and feathered friends from dangerous electrical equipment.
7/26/2018
Fighting Wildland Fires
The Durango Fire Protection Authority shows us how firefighters prepare to attack a wildland fire.
7/19/2018
IT'S YOUR MONEY: Get Inspired
Find it difficult to plan for your financial future? Brad Tafoya with Tafoya Barrett and Associates knows how to inspire a change in your financial planning.
7/19/2018
Rural Philanthropy Days Brings Millions to SWCO
Southwest Colorado non-profits should profit from the Rural Philanthropy Days Conference schedule for September.
7/19/2018
Train Looks to Alternative Engines
The Durango Train vows to find alternatives to its coal-fired steam engines to prevent closures during drought years.
7/19/2018
E-Bike Rental Company 'Rolls' in Durango
A new pedal-assisted electric-bike rental company takes a stab at serving customers, despite uncertainty of City of Durango trail policies.
7/19/2018
25 Years of Loving the Outdoors
Artist Paul Folwell celebrates his 25th annual studio show, but this year, it's not at his studio. It's at the Rochester Hotel. Find out why.
7/12/2018
Burned Areas Pose Flood Hazard
Potential flash flooding and heavy debris flow from burned areas in the 416 Fire prompts pre-evacuation notices for more than 300 homes.
7/12/2018
And the Healing Begins
Forest service crews are beginning the long process of healing scars left by the construction of firelines that slowed the 416 Fire.
7/12/2018
Homeless Moved to Yet Another Camp
The City of Durango has established a temporary location for a homeless camp just below Greenmount Cemetery, but their ultimate fate remains up in the air.
7/12/2018
Training Future Farmers
A new Farmer-in-Training Program at the Old Fort Farm in Hesperus is helping to create the next generation of farmers.
7/12/2018
Durango Courts BLM for National Headquarters
Now that BP is moving from its headquarters near the La Plata County Airport, a giant office building just could be the perfect location for the new national headquarters for the Bureau of Land Management.
7/12/2018
Deter Critters, Prevent Outages
A new electrical fencing system installed at LPEA transformers should prevent critters from causing expensive power outages.
Previous
Next
Need more Local DURANGO News?
Click here for past stories
News for Locals. By Locals.
Editorial Policy
|
Copyright 2025 © Local NEWS Network Inc. All Rights Reserved.
|
Privacy Policy