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Applications open Sunday for 2026 LPEA board election

Deadline to apply is March 21; four seats are open

La Plata County residents at odds over acceptable levels of risk with battery storage systems

Commissioners voted Tuesday to extend moratorium on BESS facilities

La Plata Electric Association offers scholarships, D.C. trip for students

Applications open for 2026 educational aid, Youth Tour

LPEA wants to build battery storage locations, some residents are opposed

Systems could provide backup power, but opponents worry about safety

La Plata Electric Association board votes to freeze rates through 2026

Co-op will tap reserves to avoid price hike despite Tri-State increase

Education and community feedback at La Plata Electric Association CommunityPowerX Night

Members got a chance to chat with LPEA board, learn about current state of power generation

Residents file lawsuit in response to La Plata Electric Association’s exit from Tri-State

Plaintiffs say co-op violated bylaws by failing to seek voter approval

LPEA warns of scam targeting Durango area co-op members

Callers demanding payment through money transfer apps, prepaid debit cards

Power line work damages property in western La Plata County

Fences, building reportedly damaged by LPEA contractor

LPEA secures direct access to Vallecito dam hydropower

10-year contract with Ptarmigan Resources and Energy to take effect in April 2026

Why did Purgatory Resort owner donate so much in LPEA election?

James Coleman gave $20,000 to candidates in co-op board race

Power outage lasting nearly 3½ hours hits thousands north of Bayfield

Forest Lakes, Vallecito and Lemon reservoir areas back online