business and finance

Business

Stocks plunge after bleak Chinese manufacturing report

ConocoPhillips announces 1,800 layoffs

September 1, 2015

A Take on Tourism

Out-of-state plates only part of story

The Colorado Tourism Office has done a great job attracting people from all over to Colorado. The reason for our…

September 1, 2015

Business

Facilitator for Mancos air-pollution negotiations debated

members, concerned residents question costs

September 1, 2015

Business

More a dream than a business

Tattered Cover’s future owners settle into Colorado

September 1, 2015

Business

Four Corners Community Bank coming to north Main Avenue

Four Corners Community Bank, based in Farmington, is building its first Durango branch on the site of the former Mama’s…

September 1, 2015

Regional News

Utah town gives in, to allow smorgasbord of eateries

Resident Jack Fotheringham and his business partners have been trying to open a Subway sandwich shop since 2006, all while…

August 30, 2015

Business

Keep your home – and your family – safe

Whether you are buying a home, selling a home or plan to stay in your home indefinitely, regular and routine…

August 29, 2015

Business

U.S. new-home sales jump 5.4 percent in July

A sold sign is displayed outside a new home under construction in Mechanicsville, Va.Steve Helber/Associated Press file photo The Commerce…

August 29, 2015

Business

Make room if you’re sharing a bathroom

The Veris F-digital controller lets individuals activate pre-set water temperatures on bathroom sinks using their fingertips. The controller can make…

August 29, 2015

Business

Why millennials shouldn’t rush into homeownership

Now some economists say that may turn out to be a blessing in disguise. Young people might end up more…

August 29, 2015

Business

Why Americans waiting longer than ever to buy first homes

Young Americans are waiting longer than ever to buy their first homes, and when they do buy a home, they…

August 29, 2015

Business

Business Briefs

Kent Curtis, CEO of First Southwest Bank, announced the addition of Paul Broderick to the bank’s senior lending team as…

August 25, 2015

Business

U.S. stocks extend losses as early rally fades

S&P 500 down 12 percent from record May 21 close

August 25, 2015

Business

Survey: Recalls make Americans less satisfied with cars

Japanese seat belt and air-bag maker Takata Corp. Chairman and CEO Shigehisa Takada explains problems with the firm’s air bags…

August 25, 2015

What's Up Downtown

Panhandling? Support our local charities

Like many communities around the country, Durango has experienced a dramatic increase in panhandling. There are many organizations working diligently…

August 25, 2015

Business

We’re a fledgling startup culture

young firms are hoping to blossom here in Durango

August 25, 2015

Business

Local housing market shows strong numbers

Durango’s Rivergate Lofts overlook the Animas River. The Wells Group’s Don Ricedorff says his company has “fielded a number of…

August 22, 2015

Business

High school could spur new growth in Cortez

A new house under construction in the Southern Bluffs subdivision has a view of the new Montezuma-Cortez High School.Sam Green/Cortez…

August 22, 2015

Business

Single-family housing starts soar in July

A roofer works on a home under construction in the Briar Chapel community in Chapel Hill, N.C.Gerry Broome/Associated Press Housing…

August 22, 2015

Business

Trump empire had less luxurious beginning

The Coney Island complex, completed in 1964, was no luxury residence, either. It was a modest brown-brick development, seven sturdy,…

August 22, 2015

Regional News

Colo. firms warn of job cuts

not all will occur

August 20, 2015

Business

Judge denies N.M. drilling injunction

U.S. District Judge James Browning issued his ruling late Friday. An environmental group said Monday it plans to appeal. The…

August 18, 2015

Business

Business Briefs

Scenic Aperture announced its opening at 708 Main Ave. Scenic Aperture’s Durango gallery features fine-art nature photography of the Four…

August 18, 2015

Money Savvy

Final destination financial security: Where are you on your journey?

Most people don’t. A Money Pulse survey found 62 percent of Americans cannot cover a $500 unexpected expense. This level…

August 18, 2015