http://www.buzztown.com/ BuzzTown.com is the online directory and local business resource by Directory Plus, the Southwest region's most popular phonebook. en-US Copyright (c) 2009 Directory Plus, Inc. All rights reserved. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 06:00:03 -0600 support@buzztown.com (BuzzTown) 360 http://www.buzztown.com/static/images/logo-rss.gif http://www.buzztown.com/ 144 67 http://www.buzztown.com/article/957/how-to-on-photo-retouching-1-of-series.html Here is a simple, quick video showing how to do basic photo retouching using iPhoto.  Useful with other programs as well, and covers the benefits and disadvantages to using a free program.  The video uses screen capture technology so you can see exactly what steps were taken.  I will continue posting more videos using other photos, so come back and watch to learn! Expert Guide Sat, 13 Mar 2010 13:59:58 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/957/how-to-on-photo-retouching-1-of-series.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/956/permission-based-email-whats-the-deal-w-that.html Yesterday I had an appointment with the owner of a cocktail lounge in downtown Durango. I should have known better than to try to explain the marketing program that I represent when he wouldn't stop washing glasses. ( I did have an appointment.) As soon as I began my presentation he said " e-Marketing won't work I've used "e-vite" and sent out hundreds of emails and don't get any response. All Internet and Social Media Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:00:36 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/956/permission-based-email-whats-the-deal-w-that.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/955/buy-foreclosed-and-bank-owned-real-estate-and-save.html The Associates at Durango Real Estate Network Have the Knowledge, Experience, and Resources to Provide You With the Unique and Specialized Representation Required to Successfully Acquire Real Estate in the Foreclosure Process or Owned by the Foreclosing Lender.There are three phases of foreclosure process; they are the pre-foreclosure, foreclosure, and post-foreclosure phases. The first ph Expert Guide Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:17:41 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/955/buy-foreclosed-and-bank-owned-real-estate-and-save.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/954/beware-the-parking-lot-accident.html The most sensational crashes usually happen at intersections, or at high speed. And the most common roadway car crash is the rear-end collision. But surprisingly, the highest number of accidents actually happens in parking lots, where space is at a premium. These crashes often go unreported to insurance companies, for fear of an increase in personal and individual rates.Confined spaces are Expert Guide Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:21:32 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/954/beware-the-parking-lot-accident.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/953/efforts-under-way-to-get-rid-of-derogatory-words-phrases.html by Tara KieneDurango Herald Article Last Updated; Wednesday, March 10, 2010 Language shapes the way we think. The way we think shapes the way we act. As such, it is no wonder people with intellectual disabilities are fighting against the use of derogatory language. You may have missed the second annual “Spread the Word End the Word" campaign March 3. Yet you can still join the cause o Expert Guide Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:57:33 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/953/efforts-under-way-to-get-rid-of-derogatory-words-phrases.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/952/apprentice-needed.html Hello everyone,We are in search for an apprentice for a dental laboratory.....no experience necessary.For more info, please call: 247-0703. Things To Do Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:57:39 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/952/apprentice-needed.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/951/the-2010-durango-independent-film-festival-winners-are.html   ---------Juried Awards------------ Best Live Action ShortOpen Your Eyes, Directed by Susan CohenJury Commendation — Best Live Action ShortThe Deposition of Lou Bagetta, Directed by Tommy Smeltzer Best Animated ShortSagan om den lille Dockpojken (The Tale of Little Puppetboy), Directed by Johannes Nyholm Best Short DocumentaryDiv Expert Guide Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:50:03 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/951/the-2010-durango-independent-film-festival-winners-are.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/945/beer-tasting-a-food-movie-that-might-change-your-life-and-more.html Things to do in Durango, Co this week One week from green beer and cabbage, but there's plenty to do between now and then.   Check out the coolest of the cool, all happening in litlte Durango, Colorado this week: Wednesday, March 10,Green Chile Cheeseburger Day today at Gazpacho's at 3:30 p.m.: http://bit.ly/9jAoSw Informal Networking Happy Hour tonight Things To Do Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:24:58 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/945/beer-tasting-a-food-movie-that-might-change-your-life-and-more.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/944/volunteers-needed-for-girls-to-women-conferences.html Volunteers are needed to assist with the Women's Resource Center's 10th annual "Girls to Women, Women to Girls" Conference for eighth-grade girls, scheduled for Tuesday, April 20, at  the La Plata County Fairgrounds and for Thursday, April 22, at the Sun Ute Recreation Center. Volunteers are needed for registration, escorting girls to workshops, delivering lunch, and other assignments.Gir Things To Do Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:28:18 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/944/volunteers-needed-for-girls-to-women-conferences.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/943/emmy-award-winning-filmmaker-to-speak-at-wrc-event.html Documentary Filmmaker Jill Petzall to screen, discuss latest documentary, When the Bough Breaks“It has been said that when you incarcerate a woman, you imprison the family.” That’s the premise of award-winning documentary filmmaker Jill Evans Petzall’s latest work, When the Bough Breaks, a study of what happens to a woman’s family when she’s imprisoned.Petzall will screen her work Arts & Entertainment Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:21:42 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/943/emmy-award-winning-filmmaker-to-speak-at-wrc-event.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/942/womens-history-month-event.html Women Changing History with Ricki Ott7 p.m., Friday, March 19, 130 Chemistry, Fort Lewis CollegeRiki Ott, PhD, is a community activist and former commercial salmon "fisherm'am." She experienced first hand the devastating effects of the Exxon Valdez oil spill -- and chose to do something about it.  She is now a leader in environmental justice and the movement to reclaim democracy. She wi Arts & Entertainment Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:52:58 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/942/womens-history-month-event.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/941/womens-history-month-event.html "A Girls Life"7 p.m. Thursday, March 18, 130 Chemistry, Fort Lewis CollegeScreening and panel discussion of the PBS special A Girl’s Life with panelists Keri Brandt and Jennifer Stollman. Women's History Month events are sponsored by Fort Lewis College, the Women's Resource Center and Alpine Bank of Durango. See the full schedule of events here . . . Things To Do Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:50:40 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/941/womens-history-month-event.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/940/womens-history-month-event.html Contemporary Textiles: Margin as Strategy with Ilsa Aviks5 to 6:15 p.m., Wednesday, March 17, 135 Noble Hall, Fort Lewis CollegeTextiles have long provided clothing and shelter and served religious rituals the world over. Traditional Western art histories, however, denied the status of women as artists, in part by designating textiles as “women’s work,” then excluding these from serious Arts & Entertainment Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:49:30 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/940/womens-history-month-event.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/939/womens-history-month-event.html I Want to Be Bad: The Flapper and Her Song7 to 8:15 p.m., Monday, March 15, Roshong Recital Hall in Jones Hall, Fort Lewis CollegeJane Voss, singer, and Hoyle Osborne, pianist will present a vivid, historically authentic reading of sons from the "new women" of the 1920 – The Flappers. The sons are remarkable artifacts of a profound shift in American culture, when women took on new ro Arts & Entertainment Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:47:51 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/939/womens-history-month-event.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/938/next-healthy-heart-screening-scheduled-at-womens-resource-center.html The San Juan Basin Health Department will offer free Health Heart Screenings at the Women's Resource Center on Monday, March 15.Appointments are 20 minutes each and are available from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3 p.m. Call 247-1242 soon. Appointments are still available! Things To Do Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:46:17 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/938/next-healthy-heart-screening-scheduled-at-womens-resource-center.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/937/buzztown-trick-filtering-buzz-history.html Have you ever gotten an email notification that someone commented on your Buzz, logged in only to find that it's already scrolled off your page?!With our Buzz Filter you can find all those lost Buzz items up to 2 months in the past. You can also filter and display by only Best Friends, Favorite Business Owners and just Buzz Comments.So where is this magical filter? When you are on you Expert Guide Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:03:52 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/937/buzztown-trick-filtering-buzz-history.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/936/local-food-group-free-stuff-st-patricks-day-in-durango-this-week-in-buzztown.html Socialize:  Local Food Group and the Cutest Baby Contest are the two newest groups on BuzzTown.  Visit buzztown.com/group and join a group that interests you. Shop: Smokin’ deals this week include a free professional photo, a free boot camp class and a free one-hour vegetable garden consultation.  Visit BuzzTown, click “Shop” and support local business. What’s hot Internet and Social Media Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:08:25 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/936/local-food-group-free-stuff-st-patricks-day-in-durango-this-week-in-buzztown.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/935/regional-resources.html Check out the guide to local sustainable food & fiber:Sustainability Alliance of Southwest ColoradoCOPA - A network for organic food in colorado  Colorado Proud (Colorado Department of Agriculture)  A little about the "Colorado Proud" sticker you may have seen at the store. Local Scene Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:52:41 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/935/regional-resources.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/933/why-retouch-your-photos-to-make-them-great.html Nowadays, most people can take a fairly decent photo with a digital camera. Just the fact that you can now take 100 photos when 10 years ago you were limited to 27 on a film roll helps you to get at least one good shot.  Most digital cameras are at least 5 megapixels today, even point and shoot cameras, so you can also blow up your pictures if you want to.  So why don't most people do so?G Arts & Entertainment Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:19:07 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/933/why-retouch-your-photos-to-make-them-great.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/931/durango-beer-specials.html Beer prices in Durango aren’t anything to complain about. Most local bars and breweries charge between $ 4 and $5 for a pint of good craft beer. Not long ago a friend living in a big city was telling me about a new bar opening up, he told me about the dozen craft beers they had on tap, and then said they charge a reasonable $5.50 a pint. But even if $4 a pint is too pricey fo Local Scene Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:23:05 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/931/durango-beer-specials.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/930/public-ski-snowshoe-trails-in-pagosa-springs.html Spring may be coming, but it's not here yet!  There's still plenty of time to enjoy a day of cross-country skiing or snowshoeing within a few minutes of Pagosa. Thanks to the kind folks of the Pagosa Nordic Club, we have miles and miles of groomed trails just a short distance from town.  The Nordic Club is a non-profit, volunteer organization which maintains over 30 miles Things To Do Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:18:32 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/930/public-ski-snowshoe-trails-in-pagosa-springs.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/929/fort-lewis-soccer-champs-release-film.html Being called a hooligan carries a negative connotation to most people, but not the hardcore fans of Skyhawks Soccer.  For over 10 years the Fort Lewis College Men's Soccer Team has dominated the NCAA Division II soccer scene.  Now, following their championship 2009 season, Fort Lewis has put togther a film documenting the program's rise to the top.  But it's not just any film...The film Local Scene Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:42:44 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/929/fort-lewis-soccer-champs-release-film.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/928/disaster-clients-need-our-help-locally-as-well-as-globally.html In response to the earthquake disaster in Haiti, our local community has donated $17,250 to the American Red Cross through the Southwest Colorado Chapter.   It’s important that everyone be aware of how their donations are making a difference half a world away.  The needs in Haiti are immense, but the humanitarian aid pipeline is opening wider even though logistical problems still Local Scene Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:40:03 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/928/disaster-clients-need-our-help-locally-as-well-as-globally.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/924/4agw-review-glass-canning-jars-4-stars.html Glass Canning Jars ¶¶¶¶ Reuse: I’ve been using glass canning jars to store food items such as grains, cereal, left over soups & sauces. They seal well, are durable, easy to clean and clear so you can see your items easily. They can also be used for storing other household items or for crafts.  Recyclables:  The glass jars are recyclable and so are the steel rings but the lids are Expert Guide Sun, 07 Mar 2010 18:01:38 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/924/4agw-review-glass-canning-jars-4-stars.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/923/4-a-green-world-reviews.html Review System ¶¶¶¶¶ Exceptional¶¶¶¶Good, consistent¶¶¶Average¶¶OkMPoor Expert Guide Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:52:20 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/923/4-a-green-world-reviews.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/921/vectra-bank-robbery-suspect.html This just in from the Durango PIO.  If you recognize homeboy in the picture (click image to make it larger), call the police: The Durango Police Department responded to a bank robbery today at Vectra Bank, 1101 East Second Avenue at 2:35 p.m. The suspect, a white male in his 20s stole an undisclosed amount of money   He is described as between 5’6” and 5’10” in height, approximately 1 Expert Guide Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:20:24 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/921/vectra-bank-robbery-suspect.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/920/wsiff-life-time-achievement-award.html The WSIFF is pleased to announce that The Life Time Achievement Award will be given to legendary actor, Wes Studi (Last of the Mohicans, Heat, Comanche Moon, Avatar) during the WSIFF April 17th, 2010. In addition to the Life Time Achievement Award, Mr. Studi will be inducted in the New Mexico Film Society's Hall of Fame. The WSIFF will have a special screening prior to the awards ceremony of "T Things To Do Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:50:49 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/920/wsiff-life-time-achievement-award.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/919/taking-refuge-in-las-cruces.html Join the WSIFF & Mark Medoff for an exclusive sneak peak of "REFUGE", April 3rd, 2010! "Taking REFUGE in Las Cruces"An evening with WSIFF Board Member Mark Medoff Tony Award Winning and Academy Award Nominee Writer/Director Mark Medoff (CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD,WHEN YOU COMIN' BACK RED RYDER, CHILDREN ON THEIR BIRTHDAY'S, REFUGE)will present 83 minutes of stories, scene Things To Do Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:40:01 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/919/taking-refuge-in-las-cruces.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/918/the-patriots-theater-the-war-memorial-in-trenton-nj-and-nitche-entertainment-announce-an-exciting-oldies-and-doo-wop-concert-april-10-2010.html Nitche Entertainment , NJ , presents a live concert with a combination of groups consisting of original performers to "keep the oldies music alive" for those who grew up listening to this great music. Also to introduce these legendary performers to a young audience that love all types of music. Performers will be The Brooklyn Bridge, Larry Chance & The Earls, Kenny Vance, Barbara Harris,& more. Arts & Entertainment Thu, 04 Mar 2010 23:02:17 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/918/the-patriots-theater-the-war-memorial-in-trenton-nj-and-nitche-entertainment-announce-an-exciting-oldies-and-doo-wop-concert-april-10-2010.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/917/eating-close-to-home-durango-local-food.html There's plenty of literature available on why eating local is so great (health benefits, social responsibility, environmental impact), but I have found it takes a lot of region specific research to actually put it into play.  I'm posting my local food findings here, to help share this research.  And I'm hoping to hear from others regarding their local / regional food finds.   Local Scene Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:10:36 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/917/eating-close-to-home-durango-local-food.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/916/a-local-breakfast-durango-local-food.html I recently read that fresh, local eggs have 2 times more omega-3 fatty acids as store bought eggs, as well as less cholesterol & saturated fat.  Anyhow, you get the picture.  We've all heard it, it's really how well our playback button works when standing in front of fresh eggs trying to justify the few extra bucks.  I've heard a lot of complaints regarding the cost of local eggs, and while the Local Scene Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:07:46 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/916/a-local-breakfast-durango-local-food.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/915/colorado-quinoa.html Super Exciting Find for Durango Locavores:Colorado grown quinoa!!!  Pretty fantastic, and organic. From the San Luis Valley this quinoa travels a total of 150 mi. (as according to mapquest, straight from the farm to my address on the north end of Durango). That's a lot closer than Bolivia.  You can order it from their website or visit the farm.  Nature's Oasis is currently looking into the Local Scene Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:45:51 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/915/colorado-quinoa.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/914/dont-miss-this-documentary.html Two Spirits is a powerful film you won't wan to miss at this year's Durango Independent Film Festival The story:  Two Spirits tells the story of Fred Martinez, the transgendered Navajo youth from Cortez who was murdered in June, 2001.  You live in the Four Corners.  You remember the tragic headlines. The documentary explores the concept of being two spirited in the Navajo tradition Things To Do Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:20:17 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/914/dont-miss-this-documentary.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/913/horse-soccer-in-durango-co-for-the-first-time-ever.html  You heard it right: Horse Soccer.  The game is just like soccer with a few exceptions. The most obvious, of which, is the horse, of course. "What we do," explains Cindy Whitney, a member of the Mesa Verde Paint Horse Club, "is, you ride the horse and the horse kicks it with its front knees and you make a goal through two cones." Simple enough, right?  Another differenc Things To Do Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:02:30 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/913/horse-soccer-in-durango-co-for-the-first-time-ever.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/912/southwest-colorado-small-business-information.html Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit available for Business relocation The State of Colorado has a new Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit that provides a state income tax credit to businesses that plan to expand or hire Colorado employees. A business must submit an application to the Economic Development Commission for approval prior to the project starting in the state. The p Expert Guide Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:42:21 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/912/southwest-colorado-small-business-information.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/910/things-to-do-this-week-in-durango-march-3-through-march-7-2010.html What's the DIFF?  DIFF is the Durango Independent Film Festival and it's happening now through Sunday, March 7. There's other cool things happening this week, too, though, so check it out: March Power Hour is happening tonight from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Digs. What's happening at Horse Gulch talk is happening tonight at 7 p.m. at Fort Lewis College. A handwriti Things To Do Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:42:06 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/910/things-to-do-this-week-in-durango-march-3-through-march-7-2010.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/909/the-edge-of-telluride-film-in-the-durango-independent-film-festival.html The plot:   The Edge of Telluride  documents the amazing descents done by Josh Geetter, Kim Havell, Rick Willis, Jason Troth (snowboarder), Scott Kennett and others. Historic ski mountaineering descents were accomplished during the record-breaking season of 2008 in spectacular Telluride, Colorado. The real stars:  The beautiful, bold and breath-taking San Juan mountains in Southwest C Expert Guide Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:05:25 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/909/the-edge-of-telluride-film-in-the-durango-independent-film-festival.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/908/guidosand-were-not-talking-jersey-shore.html No no, not the characters on the reality show Jersey Shore... ...This is Guidos, Durango's very own fine Italian Market and dining spot. If you haven't been to Guidos on the corner of 12th and Main street, stop in for lunch or dinner. As you walk in you might think it's just a specialty Italian grocery store with a full stocked deli but if you have a moment, order  Expert Guide Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:03:31 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/908/guidosand-were-not-talking-jersey-shore.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/907/benefits-of-communtiy-acupuncture.html BENEFITS OF COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTUREPeople in the United States have demonstrated a growing interest in health, wellness, preventative medicine, and alternative healing over the past decade. However, many have assumed that alternative wellness treatment options are just too expensive to be feasible.The problem is that the current economic climate has contributed to creating a population Expert Guide Wed, 03 Mar 2010 05:54:41 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/907/benefits-of-communtiy-acupuncture.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/905/three-ways-to-use-a-steel-storage-container-to-avoid-health-safety-violations.html By Tom MetzTom Metz is a 45 year veteran of industrial construction.  He is an expert in steel container modifications for high-end industrial uses.With the ever increasing amount of health and safety legislation, monumentally large government assessed fines and massive legal liability claims, an employer must be unwaveringly vigilant about job site safety practices.  In order to help Expert Guide Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:34:16 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/905/three-ways-to-use-a-steel-storage-container-to-avoid-health-safety-violations.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/904/this-week-in-buzztown.html Durango film, local businesses and new videos! The buzz this week is about the Durango Independent Film Festival happening now through March 7.  Visit www.durangofilm.buzztown.com and become a fan, write reviews of your favorite films and learn more.  Thru the Lens Fine Portraits, Fitness Solutions 24/7, Advanced Eyecare and Chris Latshaw of State Farm Expert Guide Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:26:53 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/904/this-week-in-buzztown.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/903/rs-of-being-green.html A lot more people are getting familiar with the 3 basic Rs of being Green: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.... but there are many more! Check out my site for more Rs to come! How To Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:58:15 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/903/rs-of-being-green.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/902/review-of-serious-texas-bar-b-q.html Serious Texas Bar-B-Q      I’m originally from Kansas City and my husband is from Texas, which means one thing—there is a barbeque war in our house.  I personally enjoy juicy aka greasy Kansas City barbeque dripping with sauce.  My husband on the other hand enjoys more of the smoke flavor of Texas Barbeque.  With that said, he feels right at home at Texas Bar-B-Q in Bodo park.  H Expert Guide Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:19:36 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/902/review-of-serious-texas-bar-b-q.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/901/review-of-randys.html         On our anniversary, my husband and I decided to go to Randy’s.  The thing I love most about this Durango restaurant is the ambience, especially if you score one of the booths.  The lighting is dim and you can hear yourself think, which is missing in some of the other upscale restaurants in town. Erik and I started with a drink.  I ordered the Raspberry lemon dro Expert Guide Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:18:40 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/901/review-of-randys.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/900/channel-7-radon-testing-in-colorado-schools-report.html Go to the link to see what Channel 7 Investigators found about Radon in Schools: http://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/22683518/detail.html Kids & Parents Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:12:52 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/900/channel-7-radon-testing-in-colorado-schools-report.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/899/mt-bona-alaska-climbing-and-mountaineering-expedition.html It looks like we might be running two Mt. Bona expeditions this year!  If our May 30-June 10 dates do not work for you, get in touch to find out about Mt. Bona 2!   Mt. Bona, Alaska 16,421 ft.May 30-June 10, 2010$3900Come climb a classic Alaskan Peak with Kling Mountain Guides. Our expedition of Mt. Bona takes place in America's largest national park, the Wrangell - St. E Outdoors Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:52:53 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/899/mt-bona-alaska-climbing-and-mountaineering-expedition.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/898/cross-training-the-key-to-reaching-new-fitness-heights.html Check out this scenario…You’re a regular exerciser and you lift maybe 3-4 times a week, and feel pretty strong as a result. You also do your cardio, running 3-4 miles a couple times a week at roughly 7 miles per hour. Everything is peachy keen, and you’re feeling really good about your overall fitness level. But then, you’re asked to do play some league basketball with a friend. You deci How To Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:29:57 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/898/cross-training-the-key-to-reaching-new-fitness-heights.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/893/durango-small-business-news.html The Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College was recently awarded a grant for $50,000.  The Colorado Springs-based El Pomar Foundation's Southwest Regional Council recommended Joe Keck and the Small Business Development Center for the grant."The Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College, under the leadership of Joe Keck and working with limited res Expert Guide Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:37:32 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/893/durango-small-business-news.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/892/meet-the-durango-independent-film-festival-filmmakers.html There are two events at the 2010 Durango Independent Film festivals that give festival goers a chance to meet some of the creative minds behind this year's crop of films. Some of the elbows you'll be rubbing at the filmmaker parties (listed below) include Stephanie Argy and Elec Boehm, the team behind The Red Machine, and Mariah Wilson, the director of Revealing Hate. Many more filmma Expert Guide Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:26:37 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/892/meet-the-durango-independent-film-festival-filmmakers.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/891/you-just-got-f9ed-a-new-internet-meme.html Internet memes are internet trends or phenomena that are often nonsensical, weird and downright hilarious. You already know a few of them even if you've never heard the term.  First, I'll go over some of the old-but-great memes.  Then I'll talk about a brand new meme that I know will come from Chatroulette, a site that randomly connects users with webcams in a one-on-one chat space (warning: t Internet and Social Media Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:41:04 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/891/you-just-got-f9ed-a-new-internet-meme.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/890/dont-let-the-snow-get-you-down.html Greetings! It might seem like winter will never end with all of this snow, but Spring and Summer are right around the corner! That means party time!!! Get out of hibernation mode and get down to DPR’s showroom to see what we have in store! Whether you are planning a large wedding or a small backyard BBQ Durango Party Rental can accommodate your event!  We want to send a spec Arts & Entertainment Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:26:51 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/890/dont-let-the-snow-get-you-down.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/889/images-of-the-southwest.html Greetings Gang, In an attempt to gather an understanding of this wonderful country we live in, we will be offering up nuggets of images. Here’s how it works…A photo is posted…and its location guessed by fellow Buzztown members. Come one, come all…After a short while, a summary of the photo will be posted, and with it, some perspective. For those of us who cannot see such things…it is good Just for Fun Tue, 23 Feb 2010 21:31:13 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/889/images-of-the-southwest.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/888/ten-tips-to-road-tripping-with-the-kids.html  Whether a trip to see a national park or a weekend get-away for some rest and relaxation, road trips are fun and easy, but if you are planning to take the kids, the planning starts . . . now.   In many ways, road trips can be easier than flying based on scenarios like this one: A mom and dad flying with a toddler and a teenager.  The toddler is sleeping when it is time to leave for t Kids & Parents Tue, 23 Feb 2010 21:11:15 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/888/ten-tips-to-road-tripping-with-the-kids.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/887/three-smart-uses-of-a-steel-container.html               By Tom Metz Zircon Container CompanyFebruary 27, 2008            Tom Metz is a 45 year veteran of industrial construction.  He is an expert in steel container modifications for high-end industrial uses.http://www.zirconcontainer.com Shipping containers are now a prevalent part of the American industrial landscape.  The daily o Expert Guide Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:37:42 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/887/three-smart-uses-of-a-steel-container.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/886/whats-hot-and-happening-on-buzztown-this-week.html  The next Power Hour is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 3 at Digs Market & Café. Drop in for drinks, appetizers and an “Explosive Science Minute,” all in support of the Durango Discovery Museum. The Durango Independent Film Festival kicks off March 3!  Read reviews of a few of the films on the “Socialize” page on BuzzTown, or visit www.durangofilm.buzztow Things To Do Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:54:32 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/886/whats-hot-and-happening-on-buzztown-this-week.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/885/be-a-power-hour-host-and-help-the-durango-discovery-museum-open-in-2010.html   Want to help the Durango Discovery Museum open its doors this year but you don't know how? Now you do:  Be a Power Hour host and simply invite all your friends to a fun party with drink specials, appetizers and an "Explosive Science Minute."  During the party, we'll ask you to get up in front of your friends and make a toast.  Seriously.  That's all you need to do.  Expert Guide Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:10:02 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/885/be-a-power-hour-host-and-help-the-durango-discovery-museum-open-in-2010.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/884/chocolate-fantasia-showcases-treats-this-friday-at-flc.html Durango diabetics may feel deflated this week; and causing this mild depression isn’t a lack of sugar in the bloodstream but an abundance of tantalizing chocolate treats showcased this Friday, Feb. 26th, at Chocolate Fantasia. Chocolate Fantasia is an annual event where over 100 restaurants and amateur chefs create chocolate desserts around a theme.  Tickets to sample the tas Things To Do Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:03:35 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/884/chocolate-fantasia-showcases-treats-this-friday-at-flc.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/883/what-is-the-difference-between-smm-social-media-sms-short-message.html In simplest terms Social Medai Marketing entails a personal computer and an internet conncection and a social media platform. There are numerous programs or platforms currently used by manufacturers, movie moguls and widget sellers. Several of the most popular such as Facebook, MySpace and Twitter  are essentially free and used to distribute an advertising message. Esseentailly free only becaus Expert Guide Sun, 21 Feb 2010 20:05:00 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/883/what-is-the-difference-between-smm-social-media-sms-short-message.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/882/february-book-buzz.html The monthly BuzzTown Book Buzz Don’t let the snow get you down, curl up by the fire and try these two books to warm you up. This first book will make you proud to be a westerner. Voices Of The American West By Corinne Platt & Meredith Ogilby This book is a treasure, especially for those lucky enough to live in the west. The book is graced with wonderfully Expert Guide Sun, 21 Feb 2010 10:56:51 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/882/february-book-buzz.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/881/mattress-shopping-anyone.html Take it from someone who desperately needed a new mattress but was not content to take the first or second choice. Granted, it was important that I go local, so I began with Cortez. It became my mission for a few short weeks to test out every last mattress within a hundred mile radius.  Research involved at least three hours of internet time and lots of traveling, but mostly lots of flopping ar Expert Guide Sun, 21 Feb 2010 08:55:42 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/881/mattress-shopping-anyone.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/880/how-do-you-a-business-owner-measure-the-effectiveness-of-your-advertising.html This is not exact science. You can only measure a few of the objective criteria of any advertising effort. Should you expect a return on your advertising investment? Absolutely.You bet! Advertising is not a hobby. You may have heard this old adage, "half my advertising budget is wasted and I don't know wich half.". Advertising should be a budget item that is aimed to sell more of your goods or Expert Guide Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:58:19 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/880/how-do-you-a-business-owner-measure-the-effectiveness-of-your-advertising.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/878/dashing-through-the-snow-is-fun-but-cant-wait-for-spring.html The staff at Weaselskin Equestrian Center is gearing up to start spring tune up programs for all ages and levels of riders. Please let us know what activities would be of interest to you or others in your groups. Email or call us today. Things To Do Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:22:23 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/878/dashing-through-the-snow-is-fun-but-cant-wait-for-spring.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/877/avalanche-course-at-ska-brewing.html We are again doing an avalanche course at Ska Brewing World headquarters in Durango!  Likely the coolest venue ever for an avalanche course! Outdoors Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:57:44 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/877/avalanche-course-at-ska-brewing.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/876/top-ten-questions-to-achieve-a-successful-business-transaction.html ~Top Ten Questions to Achieve Successful Business Transactions through Mutual Trust~ Mutual trust enhances all business transactions. Trust is developed.Trust is earned.Trust is built on a relationship. Mutual trust is a shared belief that you can depend on each other to achieve a common purpose.   Ask yourself these questions when you are worki Expert Guide Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:56:43 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/876/top-ten-questions-to-achieve-a-successful-business-transaction.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/875/things-to-do-in-durango-co-this-week.html Snowdown is long gone, we made it through Valentine's Day, now what?This week is pretty jam-packed with good stuff, from a locals-only screening of Cheap Ski Movie to a performance by Belleville Outfit: Thursday at 5:30 p.m., get your networking on at the Women's Speed-Networking event at the Durango Public Library. Thursday night from 7-9 p.m., brave the s Things To Do Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:21:07 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/875/things-to-do-in-durango-co-this-week.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/874/irish-embassy-cycling-club.html The goal of the club is to provide non-competitive group rides where the social aspect of cycling takes precedence over who is the strongest. Another aspect is to show people that a pub is more than a regular bar where often the goal is to get drunk – it is a place for the community to gather and socialize.The rides are for everyone, racers and fitness riders alike, and offer the opportuni Things To Do Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:18:35 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/874/irish-embassy-cycling-club.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/873/colorado-recognizes-people-with-disabilities.html by Tara Kiene Director of Case Management at Community Connections Published in the Durango Herald, February 17, 2010Today, hundreds of individuals with disabilities, family members, direct-support professionals and other service providers will descend upon the capital in Denver.There legislators from both sides of the aisle will host these visitors and officially proclaim Feb. 17 as Expert Guide Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:07:35 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/873/colorado-recognizes-people-with-disabilities.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/872/whats-hot-and-happening-on-buzztown-this-week.html BuzzTown, Directory Plus and Advantage Physical Therapy presents “OMG,” an event where adults are invited to read from their teenage journals, diaries, slam books and old love letters from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, at The Abbey. Southwest Adventure Guides posted two backcountry skiing videos on their BuzzTown page. Visit their page to watch! Read or downlo Things To Do Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:07:24 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/872/whats-hot-and-happening-on-buzztown-this-week.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/871/enjoy-outdoor-fun-with-the-family-with-the-deuter-kid-comfort-backpack-child-carrier.html Spring is going to be here before you know it...I Promise!  So now is the time to start thinking about how you can enjoy your favorite Outdoors Activities with your Children.  The Deuter Kid Comfort series of Backpack Child Carriers can make it possible!  The Baby Store Plus just received a new shipment of Deuter Kid Comfort Backpack Child Carriers! We ran completely out in Novembe Outdoors Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:34:35 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/871/enjoy-outdoor-fun-with-the-family-with-the-deuter-kid-comfort-backpack-child-carrier.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/870/modified-shipping-containers-enhance-your-oil-gas-industry-field-ops-by-tom-metz.html February 27, 2008 http://www.zirconcontainer.comReduce costs, increase productivity and mitigate waste by utilizing modified steel cargo containers for your field operations.Expanded metal shelves welded into a steel container make excellent equipment and pipe racks.  The container is extremely durable and will take a great deal of abuse.  The portability of your Expert Guide Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:39:27 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/870/modified-shipping-containers-enhance-your-oil-gas-industry-field-ops-by-tom-metz.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/868/review-of-love-hurts-at-the-durango-film-festival.html  For the upcoming Durango Film Festival, I checked out two of the festival’s selections. The first was Love Hurts. Yes, there’s actual “stars” that you’ll recognize in this film; Richard Grant, Carrie-Anne Moss, Jenna Elfman,  Janeane Garofolo, Camryn Manheim, to name a few.  And yes, there’s a formulaic plot that you can predict within the first 5 minutes. Things To Do Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:49:05 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/868/review-of-love-hurts-at-the-durango-film-festival.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/867/it-is-your-lake-nighthorse-la-plata-county-how-do-you-wish-to-use-it.html http://musicknassoc.posterous.com/lake-nighthorse-durango-colorado Mac Musick418 Rendezvous TrailHesperus, CO 81326 ( Trappers Crossing ) Outdoors Sun, 14 Feb 2010 10:41:51 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/867/it-is-your-lake-nighthorse-la-plata-county-how-do-you-wish-to-use-it.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/866/physical-therapy-a-low-cost-alternative.html Advantage Physical Therapy & Wellness recognizes the cost of healthcare and the state of our economy may cause a financial burden, especially for those who are uninsured.  We offer a cost-effective way for our patients to receive treatment.   Advantage Physical Therapy & Wellness offers cash discounts and flexible payment plans.  We make sure that financial situations and a sl Expert Guide Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:30:50 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/866/physical-therapy-a-low-cost-alternative.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/865/correctives-for-the-skin-to-repair-and-rejuvenate.html Whatever your skin problem--acne, premature aging, dry skin, discoloration or dark skin, Rhonda Allison Correctives are your solution. They offer serious correctives for impressive results.These topicals may be one of the most important for real skin change. The use of Rhonda Allison rejuvenators soften, smooth and freshen skin. They assist with the reduction of fine lines, diminish pore s Expert Guide Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:01:01 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/865/correctives-for-the-skin-to-repair-and-rejuvenate.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/864/cleansers-and-exfoliators.html Most people under-cleanse and over-moisturize their skin. But in order for skin to accept nutrients it must be "squeaky" clean. So the first step, cleansing, must be the most important one towards healthy skin.Proper cleansing is essential to skin health. It is important for one to understand how to cleanse skin and that time is taken to insure skin is free of surface residue and make-up. Expert Guide Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:52:22 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/864/cleansers-and-exfoliators.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/863/durango-city-manager-ron-leblanc-gives-the-state-of-the-city-address.html At this morning's Business Improvement District meeeting, Durango city manager Ron LeBlanc gave the State of the City address. Click here to download a copy of the entire State of the City presentation.  The tone of the talk was dismal with dashes of hope here and there.  Here are some of LeBlan'c major and most interesting points. First, the bad news: The c Expert Guide Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:46:11 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/863/durango-city-manager-ron-leblanc-gives-the-state-of-the-city-address.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/862/delicias-del-mar.html i was trying to write a review about Delicias De Mar resturant on el paseo it is a good place to eat if you like sea food. It is sea food with a mexican twist. I could not find it on business search but i would like to say it is a very good place to eat at i tried their shrimp coctail it was really good and they had great service as well Things To Do Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:15:56 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/862/delicias-del-mar.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/861/what-do-you-think-of-google-buzz.html So Google unveiled their new social sharing utility this week called Google Buzz which brings internet sharing to Gmail. Other than Yahoo! and Microsoft crying sour grapes, I haven't heard much "buzz" about the new utility. Two days after it's relase it's nowhere to be found on Twitter trending topics or even Google's own Trends.So, those of you out there in Gmail land what do you think? H Internet and Social Media Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:27:30 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/861/what-do-you-think-of-google-buzz.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/860/get-the-lead-out-and-more.html  Looking for a “new” you? One that isn’t so tired, overwhelmed, possibly depressed, or overburdened? Perhaps you feel the need to “get the lead out”, if so, you may be right. Freeing up space in your body’s tissues that may be burdened with toxic material is a good starting point to help energize yourself, prevent development of illnesses such as heart disease, or even help to improve symp Expert Guide Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:41:35 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/860/get-the-lead-out-and-more.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/859/effective-social-media-tips-for-businesses.html I've said it before and I'll say it again:  it's no longer a question of if a business should implement a social-media marketing plan, it's how. Below links to two articles with a few tips gleaned from a recent study on online shoppers by Forsee Results. To sum the stories up, the study shows that people who follow or fan businesses online are actually looking for product in Internet and Social Media Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:46:30 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/859/effective-social-media-tips-for-businesses.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/858/southwest-colorado-regional-transit-study-completed.html A regional study to critique, and inventory the existing transit system,  and propose realistic public transit alternatives for the region, is complete. The SW Colorado Regional Transit Feasibility study recommends expansion of several transit services, employer vanpools, strengthening the regional Ride Share program, and developing park n ride locations.  The Colorado Department Expert Guide Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:44:38 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/858/southwest-colorado-regional-transit-study-completed.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/856/things-to-do-in-durango-this-week.html Love is in the air, or not, depending on your feelings/thoughts toward Hallmark holidays like Valentine's Day. So, it's Feb. 10.  Here are a few things to do from tomorrow night through Sunday.  Enjoy. Single origin Chocolate and Desert Sun Coffee Pairing Party Global Rebellion talk at Fort Lewis College Cupids Masquerade at the Durango Arts Center Things To Do Wed, 10 Feb 2010 17:26:02 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/856/things-to-do-in-durango-this-week.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/855/google-buzz-google-social-results-and-what-it-all-means.html Today, as in five minutes ago, I started using Google Buzz, the internet search giant's new social network.So far, it's confusing, but as things become clearer, I'm sure it will become more and more apparent that it's Facebook, but with the ease of being located within your gmail inbox and the awesomeness of auto-sharing items from your Google reader.Google Buzz also has a bette Internet and Social Media Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:33:55 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/855/google-buzz-google-social-results-and-what-it-all-means.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/854/san-juan-stage-race-holds-off-for-next-year.html The San Juan Stage Race will be put on hold for 2010, but plans to come back bigger and better than ever.  This unique and scenic race has drawn dog mushers from Alaska, Wyoming and as far as Virginia, with four stages in selected areas around southwestern Colorado. The first two stages are normally held in Dolores and Mancos, before moving north to Silverton and finishing w Expert Guide Tue, 09 Feb 2010 21:33:38 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/854/san-juan-stage-race-holds-off-for-next-year.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/853/dont-delay-your-water-damage-cleanup-you-could-end-up-with-mold.html Now that the snow and ice on roofs is melting, we start seeing water damage work from leaks that started during the storms (see the last post about ice dams) But if you have a leaky roof and decide to just "wait for it to stop leaking" you may wind up with mold damage in attics or walls. Wet insulation and drywall will not dry out inside these cavities without the use of specialized drying Expert Guide Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:54:01 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/853/dont-delay-your-water-damage-cleanup-you-could-end-up-with-mold.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/852/whats-hot-and-happening-this-week-in-buzztown.html Join BuzzTown University and learn about “How to Optimize your Website for Search Engines” from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, at the Himalayan, 992 Main Ave. Looking for Valentine’s Day deals or gift ideas?  BuzzTown has both.   Junction Creek Family Dentistry, Blue Diamond Builders, Animas Academics, Kling Mountain Guides, Second Avenue Sports and other local i Things To Do Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:08:45 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/852/whats-hot-and-happening-this-week-in-buzztown.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/851/rocky-mountain-underground-skis.html  Just got a pair of RMU first backcountry skis in!  The Guyot was designed with the same dimensions as the Professor but the core center and mounting platform have been moved back so that it would be ideal for telemark and A.T. Mounting. The Guyot is stiff underfoot and Handle's speed and crud very well, while still being surprisingly easy to ride for a ski it's size. This Outdoors Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:54:37 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/851/rocky-mountain-underground-skis.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/850/give-the-gift-foreplay-this-february-fourteenth.html Struggling with what to do for that special lover this Valentine´s Day? I was recently pondering the usual displays of love, affection, emotional gratitude and of course gifts that we (hallmark holidayers) give to our most esteemed loved one every year on Feb. 14th. This year I challenge everyone to remember foreplay, especially all you guys out there. I specify the guys because I recently read How To Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:31:06 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/850/give-the-gift-foreplay-this-february-fourteenth.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/849/individuals-with-disabilities-being-hard-hit-by-economy.html by Tara Kiene Director of Case Management at Community ConnectionsArticle Published in the Durango Herald Wednesday, January 13, 2010 Economists are saying  the recession is over. Looking at the headlines, it's hard to believe. For individuals with disabilities, it seems like the worst is yet to come.With Colorado facing a revenue shortfall of more than $600 million for the Expert Guide Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:51:08 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/849/individuals-with-disabilities-being-hard-hit-by-economy.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/848/party-supplies.html DOLLAR PLUS PARTY!VALENTINES DAYMADI GRASWe have all of your holiday suppliesCards,Gifts,DecorationsMasks, Beads, Decorations480 Woverine Drive Bayfield Center884-2225 Just for Fun Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:40:33 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/848/party-supplies.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/843/pepsi-dropping-its-super-bowl-add-to-concentrate-on-social-media.html Sean Gregory of TIME Magazine wrote about "Behind Pepsi's Choice to skip This Year's Super Bowl".  Wednesday, Feb. 03, 2010In it he writes;For advertisers, it's never easy to sit out the Super Bowl. Sure, the spots are pricey — between $2.5 million and $3 million for this year's game, which will be played on Feb. 7. But the 100 million–strong audience, which includes a slew Internet and Social Media Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:37:51 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/843/pepsi-dropping-its-super-bowl-add-to-concentrate-on-social-media.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/842/mission-statement.html Animas Academics is committed to personal growth through educational success for the students of our community. We believe that character is as important as knowledge, and through our customized tutoring we strive to build both. Our goal is to open doors by creating an environment of academic opportunity, and to brighten our student’s future’s by broadening their minds. Kids & Parents Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:23:43 -0700 http://www.buzztown.com/article/842/mission-statement.html http://www.buzztown.com/article/841/who-and-what-is-four-corners-sudden-values%e2%84%a2.html For more than six years Mac Musick and Sara Natwick, husband and wife business team, have provided the Four Corners area with expert marketing and advertising opportunities. 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