Local News Durango, La Plata median home prices up more than 10% from first quarter last year Housing, affordability ‘central to everything that we’re trying to do,’ city housing official says May 7, 2026
Local News Preliminary plans for new Purgatory Resort chairlift approved yearlong delay, momentum picks up on long-planned addition May 6, 2026
Local News Bump-outs return to Main Avenue in downtown Durango COVID-era necessity has become optional business boost May 6, 2026
Local News City of Durango to impose late fees for liquor license renewals alcohol sellers to be looped into requirements applied to bars and restaurants May 1, 2026
Local News New Fort Lewis College training program aims to create pathways to water careers Monthlong offering presented by Project RUN, FLC@Work and others April 30, 2026
Regional News Mild to Wild rafting trips begin early, following months of warm, dry weather Tourists pivoting to water sports in bad ski conditions inspired decision, manager says April 28, 2026
Local News Fort Lewis College awards funding, scholarships in Hawk Tank competition ‘It's really cool to see all these kids spread their wings and do some magical stuff,’ event leader, business professor… April 26, 2026
Local News Smiley Cafe changes hands once again ‘We want to provide a place that feels clean, but cozy,’ new owner says April 25, 2026
Local News 14th annual Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference coming to Ignacio in May will cover avoiding burnout, navigating business loans, making it in rural markets, and more April 24, 2026
Local News Several leadership changes announced at Purgatory Resort General Manager Dave Rathbun to become CEO, among other changes April 22, 2026
Business Colorado’s downtown leaders talk historic properties, finding a niche and balancing public money with private interests The Pueblo Riverwalk Boathouse project received an award in the project category from Downtown Colorado Inc. It is part of… April 22, 2026
Food This Tamale Act could throw open the door for more home kitchen entrepreneurs in Colorado The Combi Taco Catering crew make boxed meals at a commercial kitchen in Denver's Athmar Park neighborhood. April 13, 2026.… April 22, 2026
Business Has the ‘silver tsunami’ reached Durango’s business community? Increase in owners shuttering stores to retire could impact city’s economics April 20, 2026
Business Jury finds that Ticketmaster, Live Nation had anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues The Ticketmaster logo is seen along the sideline of the field before an NFL game on Sept. 15, 2024, in… April 20, 2026
Local News How might AI impact Durango workers? urges workers focus on skills artificial intelligence can’t replace April 20, 2026
Business How sustainable businesses strengthen La Plata County In a place like La Plata County, where our outdoor landscapes, rivers and open spaces are central to our identity,… April 17, 2026
Local News Durango Farmers Market to host six events on Main Avenue Organizers cite strong turnout and a boost for downtown businesses April 16, 2026
Local News Shaw Solar shifts to employee-owned co-op model comes after 20 years of traditional ownership under John Shaw April 14, 2026
Business Bill to help Colorado artists protect their intellectual property clears first hurdle at State Senate Some of the many painted walls in Five Points' RiNo Art District, Jan. 12, 2021, in Denver. (Kevin J. Beaty/Denverite)… April 13, 2026
Local News Ska Brewing sale breathes new life into 30-year-old business ‘We’re loyal to Durango and the people of Durango – and I feel like it’s mutual,’ founder says April 13, 2026
Local News Hardware showroom and coffee shop hybrid opens in Durango ‘This is a culmination of bringing aspects of two things that I've done that have been important to me in… April 11, 2026
From the Chamber A voice for Southwest Colorado at the Capitol Jeff Dupont Last month, community leaders from across our region traveled to Denver for Southwest Colorado Days at the Capitol,… April 10, 2026
What's Up Downtown Love Locals Week Tim Walsworth The Durango Business Improvement District is rolling out a new promotion for locals this spring and my faithful… April 10, 2026
Local News Rising gas prices strain travel-dependent businesses, agencies Companies weigh higher mileage reimbursement, price increases for customers April 7, 2026