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Retail group expects sales to grow 3.7 percent to 4.2 percent
Customers line up outside Macy’s at the Mall of Victor Valley in Victorville, Calf.James Quigg/The Daily Press In issuing its forecast Wednesday, the National Retail Federation did caution that shoppers…
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Region 9 committee marks anniversary
Fritz Klinke and Bill MacDougall, both from San Juan County, and Bruce Johnson of Montezuma County were recognized at a recent Loan Committee and Board of Directors meeting. Klinke is…
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Swan Global Investments looks to Hawk Tank
“Swan Global Investments wants to aid in the development of a new generation of entrepreneurs,” said Justin Bates, Swan’s director of operations. “The phrase ‘we have always done it this…
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Utilities look to sun as Trump sides with coal, fossil fuels
More major electric utility companies are moving to build small-scale solar farms, a niche that was pioneered by cooperatives such as the Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association in Rockford, Minn.Jim Mone/Associated…
A Take on Tourism
Durango’s tourism market is evolving
Bob Kunkeldu1-i-syn While first the railroad and then the ski resort were the predominant seasonal attractions, people today know Durango for a much greater variety of “reasons-to-visit.” This growth of…
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La Plata County hydroponic farm harvesting greens year round
Peak Season Farms provides greens to restaurants all year long
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Revised plans released for Camino del Rio hotel
Hotel may be shorter, include cafe, public art
On Real Estate
Taking care of the big stuff
Erin Whitedu1-i-syn Perhaps you are coming from a home you’ve lived in for years and had everything mise en place (mise en place is a French culinary phrase that means…
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Who will pay for San Francisco’s $750 million tilting tower?
The building, which opened in 2008 and was touted as the most luxurious tower in San Francisco, became a beacon of the city’s burgeoning wealth, attracting tech millionaires, venture capitalists…
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U.S. hiring accelerates in January
Reina Borges, left, stands in line to apply for a job with Aldi at a job fair in Miami Lakes, Fla.Lynne Sladky/Associated Press file January’s job growth was the best…
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Amazon increasingly wants to be its own deliveryman
Amazon.com boxes are shown stacked near a Boeing 767 Amazon “Prime Air” cargo plane on display in a Boeing hangar in Seattle. Amazon announced Monday it is developing a new…
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Rico remains online after deal between internet providers
Farmers and Direct Communication reach agreement on internet service
Business
US construction activity slips in December
Construction spending in the U.S. dropped 0.2 percent in December, largely because of a big drop in government spending on projects.Julio Cortez/Associated Press Construction spending fell 0.2 percent after hitting…
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Workers at Trump’s Washington hotel vote to join union
Workers at the Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C., have voted to join the United Here Local 25 union representing about 6,500 hotel workers in the Washington, D.C., area.Alex Brandon/Associated…
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Think Network hires IT support manager
Thompsondu1-i-syn Thompson is from Ruidoso, New Mexico, and has over 15 years of experience in IT, holding positions as IT network manager and interim director at the Inn of the…
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Carver Brewing to host networking event Feb. 7
The event will feature Kevin Dehlinger of Form & Function Personal Training. A free cup of coffee will be provided, with breakfast available for purchase. Reservations are required. To reserve,…
Money Savvy
Drowning in debt? Grab this life preserver
If you have credit card debt, you have plenty of company. Thirty-eight percent of U.S. households are carrying credit debt. The average balance is $6,885. This level of debt can…
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Stillwater Music hires staff
Rosenberg has worked in Southwest Colorado as a teacher and professional musician for 17 years, performing with the San Juan Symphony, Music in the Mountains Festival Symphony, Kisma Brass Band,…
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Tarpley RV promotes employee
Padovendu1-i-syn Padoven was the sales manager at Tarpley for 15 years before the promotion. For more information, call 247-8700 or visit www.tarpleyrv.com.
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Grooming salon to open at Creature Comforts
Warnerdu1-i-syn One-on-one grooming services for dogs and cats will be offered in a holistic environment. To make an appointment or for more information, call 247-2748 or 425-3188.
Business
Ore House to host ‘Lunches with Leaders’ Feb. 7
The event will feature guest speaker Joanne M. Spina, assistant county manager of La Plata County. Reservations are required; cost is $7.50 for Young Professionals of Durango members and $15…
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Lunch & Learn to feature guest speaker Feb. 22
Participants will discuss how to deal with change and prevent businesses from becoming stagnant by breaking old habits. Reservations are required. The cost is $10 for chamber of commerce members…
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Home Builders Association offering scholarships
Candidates will be considered based on work ethic, interest in pursuing a career in building construction or design and a willingness to learn. Application requirements include a cover sheet with…
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USDA grant trainings Feb. 6 and 7
Training for the Rural Energy for America Program, a 25 percent grant for energy efficiency improvements to existing commercial buildings or renewable energy improvements to new or existing buildings will…
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Understanding sandstone creates oil industry opportunity
Geocosm consortium creates reliable model in downturn
Business
Silicon Valley finds its voice as immigration ban fuels outrage
Sergey Brin, Google co-founder and a Russian immigrant, is one of many technology company executives who have immigrated to America from foreign countries. At least half of the top 20…
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Walgreens slashes offer for Rite Aid
Walgreens and Rite Aid are scrapping their acquisition agreement for an amended deal that calls for a lower price and the sale of up to 1,200 stores to ease regulatory…