Minicozzi Returns to Durango
Minicozzi Returns to Durango, Gives Insight on Former 9-R Building Well-known urban planner, Joe Minicozzi, returns for Harnessing Opportunity in Durango webcast presentation. With the debate surrounding the use of the former 9-R Administration Building remaining in the minds of many Durango business owners and residents, Local First called upon highly [...]
Local First Foundation Announces $535,000 Support for Westside Mobile Home Park
Local First Foundation announces $535,000 support for Westside Mobile Home Park Residents and community groups have raised thousands to support a second offer for the Durango property. Originally published in Durango Herald, March 24th, 2022. Written by By Aedan Hannon Residents of Westside Mobile Home Park have rallied the Durango community as they [...]
Local First to Host “Harnessing Opportunity in Durango” Webcast
Local First to Host “Harnessing Opportunity in Durango” WebcastWell-known urban planner, Joe Minicozzi, returns to Durango for a presentation contextualizing the opportunities available in historic redevelopment projects, including the former 9-R Administration Building. Local First is pleased to announce Joe Minicozzi, an AICP Urban Planner and founder of Urban3, will return to Durango for [...]
47 Years of KDUR Durango!
Celebrating 47 years of KDUR Durango! 1975 was quite a year with regards to “introductions.” 1975 was the year the world was introduced to VHS Tapes and Magic 8 Balls, Pez Dispensers, Mood Rings and The Pet Rock. That was also the year students, faculty and staff of Fort Lewis College as [...]
Local First Foundation Hires Sarah Tober as Next Executive Director
LOCAL FIRST FOUNDATION HIRES SARAH TOBER AS NEXT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Local First Foundation is excited to announce Sarah Tober as its next Executive Director. Tober will succeed Monique DiGiorgio, who has spearheaded Local First programs addressing affordable healthcare, the creative economy, and local clean energy, as well as initiatives aiding frontline workers [...]
The Case for Unified, Mindful Development
The Case for Unified, Mindful Development (Published Saturday, January 29th, 2022 in The Durango Herald. Digital version available, here.) At Local First, our mission to create an economy that values people, the planet, and prosperity for everyone extends beyond our work with the local, independent business community. While preserving [...]
Thrive in the New Year with Pathways Physical Therapy & Holistic Health
Thrive in the New Year with Pathways Physical Therapy and Holistic Health With a new year comes an abundance of new resolutions. Join Local First member, Pathways Physical Therapy & Holistic Health, in letting 2022 be the start of listening to your body and providing it the necessary tools it [...]
