Member Spotlight: The Gable House Tucked away just steps from downtown Durango, The Gable House is more than a historic place to stay—it’s a living piece of the community. Originally built in 1892, the home has worn many hats over the years, and today it continues that legacy of hospitality under the care [...]
Member Spotlight: Sanct Salon At Local First, we believe that behind every local business is a story — a person who chose to invest their creativity, energy, and passion into our community. This month, we’re highlighting Sanct Salon, a Durango salon founded by stylist and owner Kendra Lise, who created a space centered [...]
How to Make the Most of Noel Night in Durango: A Local's Guide Noel Night in Durango is one of the most anticipated holiday events of the year, and it’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate the season while supporting local businesses and the local circular economy. On Friday, December 5, 2025, [...]
Member Spotlight: Horsefly History Tours: History with a Bite — Durango’s Wild West Roots Brought to Life Every town has legends, but only Horsefly History Tours takes you to the real locations where history and its ghosts truly live. In Durango, truth is often stranger than fiction, and Horsefly’s experienced guides bring to [...]
Member Spotlight: Reliance Management LLC We’re excited to shine a light on Reliance Management LLC, a dynamic community association management company right here in Southwest Colorado. Though relatively new to the Local First scene, Reliance is already proving itself as a committed, trustworthy partner for volunteer HOA Boards across Durango and its neighboring communities. [...]
Member Spotlight: Sarvaa Organics Sarvaa Organics was born from a deeply personal journey of healing, led by Derek Van Atta and Joshua Hoffman. This Q&A shares the inspiration behind Sarvaa, what makes their superfood blends unique, and how their mission ties together health, sustainability, and community. What inspired the creation of Sarvaa Organics? Inspiration [...]
Level Up Your Business Skills Local First is partnering with the Local Business Institute to make professional development more accessible than ever for Colorado’s small business owners, nonprofit leaders, and rural entrepreneurs. Thanks to funding from the State of Colorado’s Workforce Resilience Program, two impactful training opportunities are available at no [...]
2025 Local First Indie Award Winners Each year, the Local First Indie Awards shine a spotlight on the people and businesses that make La Plata County not just a place to live, but a place to love. These awards recognize the local legends, rising stars, community collaborators, and localists who strengthen our local [...]
Father’s Day: A Local Gift Guide for Every Kind of Dad This Father's Day, skip the generic gifts and celebrate the dad (or dad figure) in your life with something truly local. Whether he’s a river rat, grill master, bookworm, or get things done dad, there’s something for every kind of dad from Local [...]
Member Spotlight YESS The Book Hutch: How YESS The Book Hutch and Community Partners Are Boosting Literacy in Local Schools For over 16 years, the Southwest Backpack Literacy Program has quietly made a big impact on young readers across the 9-R School District. Spearheaded by Terry Hutchison, a longtime educator and owner of [...]
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