Economy (general)

Local News

Passenger numbers flat for 2017 at Durango-La Plata County Airport

of skiers helps explain slow December

January 24, 2018

Local News

As home prices rise, fewer residents benefit from mortgage assistance in Southwest Colorado

rent prices prevent people from saving enough for down payments

January 7, 2018

Local News

If the Front Range’s economy is a racehorse, Southwest Colorado’s is a plow horse

Economist: Outlook is improving, but local business sector needs to diversify

January 5, 2018

Local News

National parks cut back on free days

needed for backlogged maintenance

December 17, 2017

Local News

FLC professor: Tax plan’s hit to graduate students could harm economy

bill calls for taxing tuition waivers

November 22, 2017

Business

Local bank leader retires after 41 years

Merritt’s tenure reflects changing banking environment

November 2, 2017

Local News

Region 9 report reveals slight job growth in Montezuma County

Employment study shows increased service jobs

September 20, 2017

Business

Dolores River Festival boosts economy, analysis says

Lewis College study surveys festivalgoers, businesses

September 2, 2017

Regional News

Montezuma County declares mill fire an economic disaster

of jobs, revenues impacts local economy

June 26, 2017

Regional News

Report shows Colorado’s economic growth is slower than anticipated

result in $171 million budget shortfall into 2018

June 20, 2017

Business

Iron Horse event a large boost to Durango economy

3,600 participants, influx of visitors kick off summer tourism season

May 27, 2017

Local News

ConocoPhillips sells San Juan Basin assets for up to $3 billion

owner Hilcorp promises jobs and jolt to local economy

April 20, 2017

Business

Southwest Innovation Corridor builds startup culture

save Go Code in Durango, provide internships

March 31, 2017

Local News

Downtown Durango sales set Christmas record

and gas may turn around in 2017

February 26, 2017

Local News

New Ute Mountain Ute chairman looks to tribe’s future

Cuthair draws on diverse career, political experience

January 23, 2017

Local News

Councilors clear hotel plan

A new hotel is planned along U.S. Highway 550/160 between Allen Theaters and the Animas RiverED REINKE/Associated Press Premier Hospitality…

December 6, 2016

Local News

La Plata County economy slows, but state sees gains ahead

Natural gas price rebound could key open a boon

December 5, 2016

Local News

Company eyes Dove Creek for hemp plant

Purchase would provide jobs, boost economy

November 20, 2016

Thoughts Along The Way

Dollar’s rise should help consumers

Yes, there’s news like U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz’s announcement that he is throwing his hat into the Republican presidential contest.…

October 30, 2016

Local News

Train ridership up 4 percent this year

Marketing, word-of-mouth and positive tourism drive numbers

October 27, 2016

Local News

Tourism boosts La Plata County economy in July

decline still a drag on coffers

October 9, 2016

Local News

Lawmakers preparing to trim state services

Lackluster economy forces tough decisions in Denver

September 20, 2016

Local News

Montezuma County broadband project still alive, but hinges on opt-out vote

$39M plan is alive, hinges on repealing development limits

September 2, 2016

Good Earth

Historic apple orchards begin comeback in Montezuma County

works to return vitality to orchard industry

August 17, 2016