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Durango Rocks award nominations due Nov. 11
The categories are: Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, Non Profit of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Young…
Business
Election campaign sparks chatter, anger in workplaces
The presidential race between Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton has gotten heated, and some of that heat is spilling over into the workplace. But…
A Take on Tourism
Elections may – or may not – affect tourism
Kunkeldu1-i-syn As we enter the final days of a very bizarre election year, we were wondering about the before-and-after effects of national elections on tourism. Does it matter to future…
Bottom Line
Eisenhower efficiency may work for you
How many things, such as set financial and sales goals, or plan the advertising campaign for Memorial Day, or review staff hours as they seem to be growing too fast,…
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. Yes, there’s news of Benjamin Netenyahu’s election as the next…
Local News
Chamber’s promotional video contract raises questions
Business group agrees to ensure open bidding process
Destination Durango
Promotions can boost local coffers
Wise strategic investments in travel promotion by destinations like ours kick off a virtuous cycle of increased traveler visits, greater traveler spending in our community, faster job creation and higher…
Business
Home designer plans several hotels
The trendy home design company West Elm has announced plans to open a hotel at this former Coca-Cola bottling plant in Indianapolis. West Elm also plans hotels in Detroit, Minneapolis,…
Business
Empty space haunts Fifth Avenue as retailers balk at rent hikes
Developers General Growth Properties and Thor Equities bought this property at 530 Fifth Ave. in Manhattan in 2014 to attract new retailers but have been unable to lease the property.John…
Business
Relics of Old Durango
Few downtown buildings have kept architectural integrity over the years
Local News
Minimum wage ballot question centers on economics
Businesses say it could cause harm, proponents say it could get more money circulating
Techno Buddy
Accessories vastly improve the tech experience
He knew accessories can make a huge difference at a small price. And thats true whether were talking about the wardrobe of a chic supermodel or dressing up home electronics.…
Business
Call for quieter trains is barking up wrong tree
C’mon folks. It’s a railroad. Since 1880 (more than a century before your dog was born), federal law has required all train whistles to be loud and “to be repeated…
Regional News
Beer run! Self-driving truck goes 120-plus miles on delivery
The company says it teamed with self-driving truck maker Otto and the state of Colorado for the feat. The trailer, loaded with Budweiser beer, began the self-driving trip Thursday at…
What's Up Downtown
BID’s efforts helped address homelessness
Walsworthdu1-i-syn The first part of the plan was the Make it Count campaign, which asked the public to consider donating to local charities instead of to panhandlers. BID believes the…
Business
REI to close again for Black Friday
The outdoor retailer REI won’t be opening for business for the second year in a row this Thanksgiving. The retailer bucked the trend last year, urging people to spend more…
Business
Business Brief-Kogan
Shawdu1-i-syn To accommodate their rapid client growth, Kogan Builders is expanding its team of professionals to handle the demand. Kogan Builders has hired Jaclynn Shaw as an interior design assistant…
Business
Business Brief-Tile
Mexican Tile Designs has expanded its operations in Bayfield, 457 Wolverine Drive, with increased warehouse space to carry an in-stock inventory of Mexican tiles, floor pavers, sinks and tile murals.…
Business
Business Brief-QuickBooks
The Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center and First National Bank of Durango are sponsoring a full-day workshop, Introduction to QuickBooks Friday at the Community Room at First National Bank.…
Business
Business Brief-Absolute
Absolute Physical Therapy and Wellness will host a grand opening open house from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Physical therapists Andre Botha and…
Business
Business Brief-Misti
Misty Rush is now at Plaza Hair and Nails on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Services include: men’s, women’s and kids’ cuts, colors, waxing, manicures, pedicures and eyelash extensions. Plaza Hair and…
Business
Business Brief-Local
Local Brands Farm and Ranch Markets co-op, best known as L B FARM, now has a new name: Local Brand Meats co-op. Denise King-Stovall recently retired after founding the local…
Business
Business Brief-Bank
The First National Bank of Durango has hired two new employees Allec Rodriguez is a universal banker at the Bayfield branch. He was raised in Texas and Kansas and moved…
Business
Business Briefs-Investors
Accredited investors are invited to learn more about the SCAPE Investment Fund 2 LP. The Investment Fund will support promising startups in the 2017 SCAPE program. An open house will…
Business
Business Brief-Exit
Margaret Hamilton, CEO of EXIT Realty Colorado, has announced the addition of EXIT Realty Home & Ranch under the direction of Jessica Low and Shelley Low, as an EXIT Realty…
Business
Business Brief-Coldwell
Jackie Mickelson, a broker at Coldwell Banker, is a Homes for Heroes real estate partner. Homes for Heroes offers a significant reward to all teachers, firefighters, military, law enforcement and…
Business
Sales stable, prices slightly up in third quarter
Supply and demand at work on the marketplace