MYTHIC messages: Pieces at juried art show not necessarily chosen for theme, Durango Herald, June 27, 2006
PHOTOS Top to bottom, left to right:“Myths of the Earthmaker,” nature- altered, wire-wrapped books by Mary Ellen Long.Review “I Met Him on the Train,” recycled mixed media by Mary M. Thomas, at the “Myths and Prophesies” art show at Durango Arts Center. “An Education Sensation,” acrylic on canvas by Tirzah Camacho, from the “Myths and … Read more
Buy your next investment property at a real estate auction, Creative Real Estate Lifestyles Magazine, Summer 2006
Want to know the true market value of a property? Buy it at auction. A real estate auction is conducted in an open forum where all bids are known. This open competition allows values to ascend to the level determined by the market, levels that are neither inflated nor deflated. This makes for smart investment … Read more
The art of healing: New hospital features more than 650 pieces, Durango Herald, June 16, 2006
The largest sculpture garden in Southwest Colorado is at the new Mercy Regional Medical Center. The healing garden features a waterfall designed by Genesis Landscaping and five works in bronze: “Twins” and “Beavers” by Gerald Balciar; “White Deer of Autumn” by Denny Haskew; “Touch the Earth” by Star Lianna York; and “Napoleon” by Patsy Davis. … Read more
Taking students as far as they can go: Roberto Garcia Jr., Pagosa Springs SUN, June 22, 2006
Roberto Garcia, Jr. has wanted to teach a sculpting class in Pagosa since he moved here with his family in 1997. He finally got the opportunity at Shy Rabbit – a contemporary art space and gallery. “The whole set up was great,” Garcia says. “And I worked well with Michael and Denise [Coffee].” The Coffees … Read more
Avjet moves into new FBO building at Stevens Field, Four Corners Business Journal, June 19-July 2, 2006
Photos (top to bottom): The lobby at Stevens Field. Avjet has a cozy new facility. A herd of cattle greet passengers as you enter the new FBO at Stevens Field. The Avjet hangar stands empty while they wait for a certificate of occupancy. The new FBO building at Stevens Field PAGOSA SPRINGS — Getting to … Read more
Leaving Retirement Behind, Four Corners Business Journal,
Walter and Doris Green came to Pagosa Springs, Colo. in 1997 to retire. The baby boomers built a home and settled into small town life. She became president of the Pagosa Springs Arts Council. He served as president of Friends of the Performing Arts and recently dabbled in politics, running for County Commissioner. But last … Read more

