Business enterprises

Local News

Colorado Pongas enters agreement to improve alcohol serving practices

to settle allegations of liquor license violations could be a model

February 20, 2018

Local News

Durango Joes owner Joe Lloyd expands coffeehouse footprint to stay viable

“I didn’t want to use my name. I had to be talked into it,” Lloyd said in an interview at…

February 19, 2018

Business

Southwest Colorado Accelerator Program boosts 5 regional firms

The Southwest Colorado Accelerator Program for Entrepreneurs was established 4½ years ago by local economic development groups and angel investors.…

February 18, 2018

Business

Original bike shop owner returns to Durango, repurchases Pedal the Peaks

Mountains, small-town vibe bring David Howard back for more

February 17, 2018

Business

Durango’s internet aims to quicken its pace

if you want blazing speeds, you might get a trailer in De Beque

February 4, 2018

Business

Family of New Mexican tea lovers to open shop in downtown Durango

Old Barrel Tea Co. will occupy old Stuart’s space

February 1, 2018

Business

Sun sets on Del Sol clothing shop on Main Avenue in Durango

plans to spend more time with grandkids

January 14, 2018

Local News

2017: A year about land use, health and play in Dolores

Stories of the year in Dolores centered on land use, health and a playground

December 29, 2017

Food

Cortez deli offers locally raised meats, Hungarian style

Deli’s Mangalitsa is known as being the Kobe of pork

December 26, 2017

Local News

Dolores passes town budget for 2018 as tax revenues fall

tax, oil and gas revenues down

December 25, 2017

Business

New thrift shop opens in Dolores

‘We have a little bit of everything,’ owner says

December 15, 2017

Arts and Entertainment

Silver Sparrow jewelry gallery opens in Dolores

Owner and silversmith Kristi Smith has spent decades perfecting her custom jewelry designs. She recently renovated the back of her…

November 23, 2017

Business

Dolores students gain skills in restaurant business

Third-graders learn about teamwork, managed chaos

October 20, 2017

Local News

Cortez man earns citizenship through work, patience

Restaurant owner came to U.S. 15 years ago, worked to open his dream restaurant

July 17, 2017

Business

Dolores Tavern focused on quality, fun times

management dedicated to customer service

July 8, 2017

Business

New puzzle shop in Durango to feature work of local artists

Individual pieces will be shaped to match theme of work

June 17, 2017

Local News

After 30 years, Robert Scott plans to sell his clock repair business

After more than a quarter century, he said it’s time to sell Clock Repair and Restoration. Scott has been self-employed…

March 6, 2017

Local News

New investors plan to reopen M&M truck stop in Cortez

Investors plan to bring back popular eatery, gas station

January 12, 2017

Local News

Living Tree, Live Foods Salad Bar opens

Downtown restaurant offers kombucha on tap

December 21, 2016

Local News

Mountain Motion Media joins Ballantine Communications Inc.

Companies reach asset licensing agreement

December 10, 2016

Local News

Open Shutter to host closing party Wednesday at gallery

Gallery marks end of 15 years

November 29, 2016

Local News

Despite the rise of the internet, retail sales robust in La Plata, Montezuma counties

Durango, Cortez regional retail winners

November 25, 2016

Local News

Applications available for 2017 growing season

The Old Fort at Hesperus is offering two different farming opportunities for the 2017 growing season: Farmer in Training, which…

November 22, 2016

Local News

ConocoPhillips to sell its assets in San Juan Basin

could put crimp in La Plata County’s operating budget

November 22, 2016