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Lost and Found Champions Since 1981
Nov17

Lost and Found Champions Since 1981

Literally dozens of backcountry enthusiasts each year can thank La Plata County Search and Rescue volunteers who came looking for and found them, and in some cases, saved their lives. Sponsored by Alpine Bank

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Hope’s Door Opens to Homeless, Housing Insecure
Nov17

Hope’s Door Opens to Homeless, Housing Insecure

The new 40-unit Espero apartment complex will offer on-site support services to help residents overcome homelessness and the problems that led them there. Sponsored by Closets Plus and Express Employment Professionals

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Luxury Housing Dominating the Real Estate Market
Nov17

Luxury Housing Dominating the Real Estate Market

Luxury housing purchases comprise the bulk of real estate sales this fall. Learn why. Sponsored by Alpenglow Properties

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Meet Amber Johnson of Durango Land and Homes
Nov12

Meet Amber Johnson of Durango Land and Homes

Amber Johnson began her professional Real Estate career in Durango in 2000 after completing her BA degree in Humanities at Fort Lewis College. Land conservation, ranching, sustainable agriculture, and preserving as much open space as possible while still accommodating the growing demand for development, is of great interest and importance to Amber. She believes much of the beauty of the West lies in its wildness.

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How do you stage your home for sale?
Nov08

How do you stage your home for sale?

Home staging can range from decluttering and reorganizing to adding homey touches or completely furnishing a house. An agent will help you decide what is best for your property based off the vacancy, layout, and your wants. No matter the level of staging, having the extra aesthetic boost has been proved to sell your home faster and for a higher sales price.

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166 Mama Llama is your next home!
Nov08

166 Mama Llama is your next home!

This property is unique because of it’s ability to have an individual pond for irrigation unlike other parcels in the subdivision, giving the owner more than enough Irrigation water throughout the year. Take a tour through our virtual Matterport 3-D tour and Drone footage then schedule a showing!

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LPEA Closer to Meeting Carbon Footprint Goals
Nov08

LPEA Closer to Meeting Carbon Footprint Goals

LPEA is on track to reduce its carbon footprint six to seven years ahead of schedule – AND – save $7 million a year. Sponsored by ServiceMaster Restore and Closets Plus

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Voters Say ‘No’ to ‘Building Durango’s Future’ Slate
Nov05

Voters Say ‘No’ to ‘Building Durango’s Future’ Slate

Erika Brown, Rick Peterson, and Andrea Parmenter will take seats on the Durango School District 9-R Board of Directors. Lawsuit still pending. Sponsored by Express Employment Professionals and Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings

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Here’s what YOU need to know this November
Nov01

Here’s what YOU need to know this November

In this edition of #LPEAwire, LPEA VP of Member Experience Hillary Knox highlights three things to watch out for: Your LPEA Capital Credit refund, phone scams, and LPEA’s annual “Fill the Bucket” food drive on November 20th. Sponsored by La Plata Electric Association

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Animas High School Gather At Site of New Building
Oct30

Animas High School Gather At Site of New Building

Animas High School students, faculty, and community members gathered to celebrate at the soon-to-be new location on the Fort Lewis College campus. This move was made possible by the BEST Grant. Sponsored by Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings and Express Employment Professionals

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LEED Certified building available for lease in Three Springs
Oct29

LEED Certified building available for lease in Three Springs

Prime main level corner location in the heart of Three Springs, adjacent to Homeslice Pizza. LEED Certified building with Class A finishes throughout. Lease rate is $15/SF plus CAM. Utilities and Property Taxes are already conveniently calculated into the CAM fee.

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Delta Leaving, Frontier Staying, Airport Expanding
Oct29

Delta Leaving, Frontier Staying, Airport Expanding

At the start of the summer, Durango-La Plata Airport announced two new carriers, Frontier and Delta, would start offering regular flights out of Durango. Although Delta has announced they will no longer be flying out of Durango beginning November 1, the summer had higher-than-usual numbers of people traveling to and from Durango, and it looks like the trend will continue into the holiday season. Interview with Tony Vicari. Sponsored by Service Master Restore and Ace Hardware

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HALLOWEEN 2021 IN DURANGO
Oct28

HALLOWEEN 2021 IN DURANGO

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My Own Pioneers: The McCoys and the Hoods
Oct27

My Own Pioneers: The McCoys and the Hoods

When Barbara Hill began researching her family history twenty years ago, she had no idea that her great, great grandfather, Levi McCoy, was part of the posse to track down the most notorious outlaws in San Juan County, Porter, and Ike Stockton. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Boon’s Family Thai Barbeque and Distill Beer Wine and Spirits

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From the Classroom to the River
Oct26

From the Classroom to the River

This year, Fort Lewis College has launched a new interdisciplinary program that combines river studies, river management, and engineering to help set up the next generation of river management officials. Interview with Dr. Gigi Richard. Sponsored by ServiceMaster Restore by Restoration and Big O Tires

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October updates from LPEA
Oct25

October updates from LPEA

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Don’t Miss: Hunter’s, Blood Moon and Orionid Meteor Shower
Oct25
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FULL MOON IN OCTOBER 2021
Oct25

FULL MOON IN OCTOBER 2021

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LPEA will host two virtual town hall meetings to update members on future power supply options
Oct25
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Back to the Farm
Oct25

Back to the Farm

A local company is working to help make composting more accessible and sustainable. Table to Farm Compost provides resources, transportation, and information on composting and the benefits for the community. Interviews with co-owners Monique DiGiorgio and Taylor Hanson, Operations Director Chris Cullaz and Driver Jeremy Church. Sponsored by Closets Plus and Tafoya Barrett and Associates

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