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Business

Right at home: Bright ideas for outdoor furniture

But outdoor spaces also offer the chance to be more adventurous than we are inclined to be indoors. Maybe bolder…

March 15, 2014

Business

Home-heating costs surge this winter in United States

Despite a boom in U.S. energy production, average costs for heating a home with propane will likely be 54 percent…

March 15, 2014

Business

Construction spending up 0.1% in January

Economists say a surge in new housing construction helped boost construction spending in January. Construction spending was up only slightly,…

March 15, 2014

Business

What’s for rent?

Finding a rental property can be tough – and expensive – in Durango

March 15, 2014

Business

Roofs getting colorful

Homeowners perking things up

March 15, 2014

Business

Mortgage fraud a low priority for FBI

overstated enforcement effort, inquiry finds

March 15, 2014

Business

2 key senators agree on Fannie-Freddie overhaul

A fight is likely over a proposal to do away with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, two government-controlled agencies that…

March 15, 2014

On Real Estate

Diversity of buyers drives local market

But, like other areas, Durango’s inventory is soft because of inactivity in building over the past several years, making the…

March 15, 2014

Local News

Paying new parking fees?

behavior doesn’t change, Durango hopes to double income

March 14, 2014

Local News

Durango begins looking at pot rules

Councilors considering banning sales downtown

March 10, 2014

Business

Amber trays of farm grain

Hydroponic method provides fresh greens for livestock

March 10, 2014

What's Up Downtown

From Sochi time to dinnertime in Durango

I discovered this by accident. I was watching a hockey game and heard the announcer shout, “a shot by Borscht,…

March 10, 2014

Business

Business Briefs

WAXED welcomes Jenna Morrison, licensed esthetician. She will offer eyelash extensions in addition to the services currently offered. WAXED is…

March 10, 2014

Business

Four Corners air-quality improvements expected

Gas-and-oil wells and power plants will cut pollutants

March 10, 2014

Business

How do we regulate drones?

trying to provide an answer

March 10, 2014

Business

Cows, pigs, sheep and family fun

Montezuma County agriculture expo to start Thursday

March 10, 2014

Business

U.S. home prices rose at solid pace in January

Home prices remain about 17 percent below their peak in April 2006, according to real estate data provider CoreLogic. Average…

March 8, 2014

Business

Expired tax credit costs homeowners

The Mortgage Debt Relief Act, which expired Jan. 1, allowed borrowers whose banks forgave unpaid loan amounts from a short…

March 8, 2014

Business

Knock it down, build it up

Downtown rebuilds, remodels gain steam

March 8, 2014

On Real Estate

In sellers market, seek help from qualified agent

As a seller, you do have choices and you may ask yourself, “Why use a real estate agent, when I…

March 8, 2014

Business

Dalton Ranch sold to investment company

club goes for $3.4 million

March 8, 2014

Business

Common winter hazard: Frozen pipes in home

This winter has been brutal for some Americans in the North, and freezing weather can mean costly plumbing repairs if…

March 8, 2014

Business

‘Not all signs are created equal’

nearly 30 years, artist leaves mark on local businesses

March 5, 2014

Business

Business Briefs

Pinnacol Assurance and Mountain West Insurance & Financial Services will host a seminar on managing worker’s compensation costs from noon…

March 4, 2014