Economy (general)

Regional News

Colorado keeps quiet about faulty job data as federal agency calls out the erratic numbers

A now hiring sign stands outside the door to a Ross store Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, in Aurora, Colo. (AP…

March 30, 2024

Local News

Would an Albertsons-Kroger merger be bad for Durango?

Economist says labor and grocery store prices would likely be impacted

February 29, 2024

Local News

Cost of living instills economic pessimism in Southwest Colorado residents

Economists break down what the state and county economies looked like in 2023

January 10, 2024

Regional News

Colorado job market still has some weak spots because of interest rates

A now-hiring sign is outside the Corner Bakery Cafe at the Streets of Southglenn mall in Centennial. (Tamara Chuang/The Colorado…

November 20, 2023

Local News

Boarding Haus owner discusses the rise of snowboarding, success of shop

Agnew shares his perspective on how Durango has changed and REI coming to town

November 18, 2023

Local News

Economic outlook not good, say Durango residents in community survey

Questionnaire compares sentiments to other municipalities

November 13, 2023

New Mexico

Report examines economic impact of Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument

Visitation triples and boosts Las Cruces economy

September 18, 2023

Local News

Gas prices in La Plata County are rising again

in Ukraine and other factors causing fluctuation in local fuel costs

August 1, 2023

Local News

From class to work: Durango’s teenage workforce

Teenagers are not taking break just because school is out for summer

June 21, 2023

Regional News

A new report helps Colorado mountain towns navigate growth challenges

maps out a way communities can escape confounding stresses in rural, amenity-rich regions

May 31, 2023

Local News

Some Durango business owners indifferent about Iron Horse moving out of downtown

executive director says change in location frees up space

May 27, 2023

Local News

SBA regional administrator says economy’s recovery from pandemic has been impressive

Colorado’s tourism industry and businesses adaptability among reasons for expedited recovery

May 9, 2023

Regional News

After losing jobs in January, Colorado’s job market picked back up in February

state added 6,200 nonfarm jobs last month.

March 25, 2023

Local News

New pellet mill in Mancos is subsidiary of Aspen Wood Products

Verde Pellets will produce aspen and wood pellets for heating and animal bedding

February 21, 2023

Business

Colorado saw a lot of businesses open at the end of 2022 – and a lot close, too

Persistent inflation, rising interest rates and a growing tally of layoffs at big companies across the U.S. make it difficult…

January 30, 2023

Local News

Southwest Colorado’s unemployment rate rebounds; housing and labor present concerns

of living is impacting employers’ ability to recruit young talent

January 10, 2023

Local News

Avian flu wreaks more havoc in Colorado egg layers and wild birds

Worst-ever outbreak leads to slaughter of 6 million-plus chickens and has killed enough eagles and other raptors to raise wildlife…

January 9, 2023

Local News

New report downplays economic impact of Colorado’s oil and gas industry

energy transition continues, oil and gas jobs account for less than 1% of total state employment

January 9, 2023

Local News

The cannabis industry is facing its longest downturn yet, with no end in sight

years of growth, the industry has logged 17 straight months of decline

December 22, 2022

Business

Colorado’s economy is likely to slow even more in 2023, researchers say

is expected to add about 57,000 jobs next year

December 6, 2022

Business

OECD forecast: High rates, inflation will slow world growth

Workers ride on a beam hanging from a crane at the construction site of a residential high rise building in…

November 22, 2022

Local News

So far, minimal impact from Purple Cliffs closure

enforcement credits partnerships with community organizations that help the homeless

October 7, 2022

Local News

Economists: Southern Colorado looks headed for a recession

Humanity faces three massive and historic transitions at the same time

September 3, 2022

Local News

Some La Plata County residents say free school lunches would benefit students and farmers

November ballot initiative would fund nutritious meals for kids statewide

August 17, 2022