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 Indian Montessori Academy will be closed Wednesday, 3/12 – Friday, 3/14, 2025 for the staff to attend the National American Montessori Society conference in Denver. As the first Accredited Indigenous Montessori school in the nation, we will proudly represent the school, the Tribe, and community. This opportunity will provide the staff with training, workshops, and comradery with other Montessorians from around the country. Whether donations or monetarily, THANK YOU for your support with the many fundraisers we held. Spring is also coming! The Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy will be closed Monday, 3/17 – Friday, 3/21, 2025 for Spring Break. School will resume on Monday, March 24, 2025
Southern Ute Behavioral Health's Department will be hosting a 6-week Breath & Movement Group.This group will happen on Wednesdays, starting February 5, 2025. SPACE IS LIMITED, 6 spots are available!Attached above is the flyer for this group!Please contact Behavioral Health's office to receive more information and/or to register:(970).563.5700
Southern Ute Agriculture Division would like to remind interested tribal members and other local natives that the Growing Fruit Trees & Shrubs Class will be on March 12, 2025, during the lunch hour, please RSVP to reserve your spot. Classes will be held at the EPD Conference Room at 71 Mike Frost Way. Enter the building on the North side door will be open.