Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
Good morning, Durango. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local emergency management urges residents to prepare for fire evacuations by creating a go kit, signing up for Code Red alerts, and ensuring they have essential documents ready. Fort Lewis College asks alumni to donate old memorabilia + World Atlas names a Four Corners town as one of Colorado's most overlooked destinations, noting its historic sites and outdoor activities. Durango Local News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The council approved a resolution to partner with Durango Cycling Championship LLC and act as fiscal sponsor— the move sets plans for Durango to host the Union Cycliste Internationale Mountain Bike World Championships in 2030. City of Durango
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Secret Circus Summer Series
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — $25 early, $30 day of show, $60 VIP — Experience a thrilling blend of magic, acrobatics, and storytelling in a unique circus spectacle.
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Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Bar D Chuckwagon — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a hearty supper followed by an Old West cowboy music show in a family-friendly setting.
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BabyDel Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Animas City Theatre — Tickets from $71 — Enjoy a live performance by BabyDel in a vibrant local venue.
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Durango Blues Train
12:00 AM – 10:30 PM — Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad — Ticket prices vary — Experience an iconic blues journey through the scenic landscapes of Durango.
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Pokey LaFarge Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — $30/$35 — Experience a vibrant night of music blending Rhumba Country with a touch of Americana by Pokey LaFarge and Moses Guest Duo.
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2025 New Colo Bikepacking Event
10 AM – 12 PM — Durango Cyclery — Self-supported bikepacking challenge — Experience a thrilling 1,000 mile route through Colorado and New Mexico's rugged landscape.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Don't mistake motion for progress.
~ Alfred Montapert
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