FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:BIA Fire Management – 970.563.4571Summer Begay, PIO – 970.553.0052 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 31, 2025 Rim Road Fire Update Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Firefighters are making strong headway, with containment expected to reach 75% by the end of the day. The fire remains at 114 acres, with no new growth reported. Crews are actively securing containment lines and conducting mop-up operations across the fire area. Infrared technology is being used to detect and eliminate hidden hot spots, helping ensure the fire stays within control lines. A total of 106 personnel remain assigned to the incident. While fire activity has stayed moderate, crews and resources will remain in the area to respond quickly and proactively to any new fire starts. Public and firefighter safety remain the top priority. Further updates will be shared as conditions evolve. The safety of the community and fire personnel remains the top priority as suppression efforts continue. Smoke may be visible to the local communities. For information related to air quality, please go to: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdphe/wood-smoke-and-health or https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/…/ambient-monitoring/. To report fires contact: DURANGO ZONE DISPATCH (970) 385-1324SOUTHERN UTE POLICE DISPATCH (970) 563-4401
The Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum is excited to announce the dates for our 3rd Annual Pino Nuche Indigenous Art Market & Juried Show! The Art Market & Juried Show will be held at the Sky Ute Casino Resort Event Center on August 9th, 10th, & 11th. And be sure to catch the 2nd Annual Native Love Indigenous Fashion Show to be held on Saturday, August 9th at the Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum large classroom.
Attached is the information for the upcoming Hunters Education Conclusion Course hosted by the Southern Ute Wildlife Division. Saturday, August 10th, 2024 8 AM - 2 PM SunUte Community Center 390 Mouache Drive, Ignacio Colorado Course fees: $29.50 for the online course and $10 for the conclusion class The major portion of this course must be completed online, before attending class on August 10th. Class size is limited to 20 students. The suggested minimum age for students is 12. Parents of younger students are encouraged to attend with their child. Pre-registration is required; register online at register-ed.com/events/view/215463 Please contact the Southern Ute Wildlife Division at 970-563-0130 with any questions.