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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Durango. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Park Elementary students showcased Better Worlds Week projects on May 15th, presenting service-based learning efforts including kits for the Women's Resource Center, short films on water awareness, and organized food drives —an effort that shows how students can be changemakers. Parents and community members visited the school and admired the displays —building support for the students' work in the community. Durango Local News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Durango reminds residents that the Colorado Department of Transportation will close U.S. Highway 550 for six hours today between Purgatory Resort and Silverton for the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. City of Durango
- ➤ The city of Durango published its meeting schedule for the week of May 26 which covers water system maintenance that may cause discolored water, traffic delays for the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, and a city scavenger hunt—residents are urged to review agendas and minutes on the city website—to stay informed. City of Durango
- ➤ City crews will flush water through fire hydrants on Tuesday, May 27 as part of a maintenance program—this may cause tap water to appear discolored briefly. City of Durango
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Durango Amateur Golf Tournament
Tournament event — May 25-26 — Hillcrest Golf Club — Registration details pending — Participate in a 36-hole stroke play competition with men's and women's divisions.
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Steely Dead – A Fusion of Classic Rock Legends
8 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — Limited hard copy tickets available — Experience a unique musical journey blending the sounds of The Grateful Dead and Steely Dan.
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Steamworks Half Marathon
7:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Steamworks Brewing Company — Check official site for registration details — Experience a scenic 21.1 km race through beautiful Durango.
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YOPE with Dana Ariel
Doors 7:00 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — $15/$20 — Experience the electrifying sounds of funk-rock-jam fusion with Yope and the enchanting melodies of Dana Ariel.
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Beaver Festival
All day — Rotary Park — Free entry — Celebrate Colorado's first Beaver Festival with music, dance, and environmental education activities.
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Live Music with Jeremy Dion
6-9 p.m. — Durango Hot Springs Resort & Spa — $39 for adults / $19 for children — Enjoy live music while soaking in mineral-rich waters.
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Desiderata with The Galentines Concert
Concert — Time TBA — Animas City Theatre — $20-$25 — Experience captivating grooves and pure expression from local bands in the heart of Durango.
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Gardens on Tour 2025
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Durango Botanic Gardens — Cost info not specified — Enjoy a self-guided tour of nine stunning gardens throughout Durango's diverse landscapes.
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