Tuesday, October 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Durango. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
DRINK NEWS
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Tree Coalition has documented over 800 champion trees in southwest Colorado using measurements of trunk circumference, crown spread and height — the key criteria for champion status. Volunteers and local residents may nominate trees until December — when the coalition will review and update its champion list. Durango Local News
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Open Mic Night
6-9 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — No cover charge — Enjoy a variety of musical performances in a vibrant open mic setting.
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Swing Days Ablaze 2025
1 AM - 5 AM — The Light Box at Stillwater Music — Weekend Passing Options Available — Experience a vibrant celebration of West Coast Swing amidst the golden autumn landscapes of Durango.
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Autumn Writing Retreat
October 16-19 — Gable House Bed and Breakfast Inn — All-inclusive — Launch your writing project and overcome creative blocks in a supportive community.
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Magoo Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — $22 / $25 — Experience the electrifying bluegrass fusion of Magoo with two sets and no opening bands.
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Open Mic Night
6-9 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — No Cover Charge — Enjoy an evening of music and performances at the lively open mic night.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
~ James Clear
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