Local News
Two Durango restaurants undergo changes, another closes
Guido’s remodels, Main Event to be replaced and 6512 is closed
Business
Local News
Durango School District 9-R’s finance director leaving
Austin will continue assisting with school budget
Local News
Steaming Bean Coffee Co. to close doors Friday in Durango
Main Avenue loses ‘unplanned meeting place’ after landlord, owner fail to agree
Money Savvy
What it takes to make a living wage
The minimum wage in Colorado is $8.31 an hour, but $12.79 an hour is what you’ll actually need to earn to get by as a single person in La Plata…
Business
Craft breweries embrace cans
Ska phases out 12-ounce bottles, Steamworks releases canned nitro beer
Business
Business Briefs
Michael Wilkinson and Chrysalis Counseling announce they will accept Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield. For effective and empathetic counseling services or for more information, call 403-5054. Investment company announces new hire…
Business
U.S. pending home sales decline in January
Contract signings for home purchases slowed in January, the National Association of Realtors reported Monday.Chris O’Meara/Associated Press The National Association of Realtors said that its seasonally adjusted pending home sales…
Business
Black is coming back in America’s kitchens
A transitional kitchen island or cart in black is a smart way to introduce the color without committing to more permanent elements like cabinetry.Houzz.com via Associated Press But right now,…
Nation & World
Warren Buffett makes case for a bright American future
Billionaire optimistic in annual letter to shareholders
Business
Effects of vacation rental cap unclear
City could reconsider inclusion of single-room rentals
Business
Business Briefs
The Animas Alano Club has signed a “Letter of Intent” to purchase the Cowboy Church, 2601 Junction Creek Road in Durango. The Alano Club will hold meetings and events for…
Business
Slashed spending by drillers could lead to price spike
Global oil supply growth is plunging as drillers slash capital expenditures severely, Europe’s energy policy group said Monday. The decreasing supply of oil could eventually result in an energy shock.Hasan…
Business
U.S. home sales climbed in January despite weaker economy
Home prices are rising across the United States as the number of properties on the market continues to fall, the National Association of Realtors said Tuesday.Chris O’Meara/Associated Press But buyers…
Business
Consumer confidence sinks to seven-month low
Households grew more concerned about the outlook for the economy and jobs in February. The Conference Board’s consumer sentiment index slid to 92.2 this month, less than the lowest forecast…
A Take on Tourism
What’s a persona to do?
Kunkel Consumer intelligence gathering has been going on for a long time, and has become its own industry. The business premise is fair and straightforward: Try to know the customer…
Business
In Colorado’s political crosshairs, oil firms fight back
Anadarko anoints ‘brand ambassadors’ to fight off drilling bans
Business
As wealthy Brazilians snap up Miami real estate, few benefit
A proliferation of luxury stores in Miami, such as this Fendi store, are serving wealthy Latin Americans fleeing financial and political turmoil in their countries. The influx of foreigners is…
Business
Homebuilders in U.S. growing less confident
A man installs a roof on a new home under construction in Atlanta. Homebuilders are confident the market will continue to improve, although they are less confident about spring sales,…
On Real Estate
Changing times mean changing home trends
As an example, our aging population and the trend of adult children returning home are making separate master suites with living areas and separate casitas with desirable features. Gwen Buscher…
Business
U.S. housing starts fall in notably cold and snowy January
A “For Sale” sign hangs in front of a home under construction in Atlanta.John Bazemore/Associated Press Housing starts slipped 3.8 percent last month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of…
Regional News
‘Service to others’ taxing but rewarding
Charlene Gardner oversees popular AARP tax-aide program in Pueblo
Local News
Owners of Francisco’s spar with city over veranda on building
Planners say facade has no historical significance
Nation & World
California detective keeping an eye out for bee rustlers
Thefts can cost owners thousands of dollars
Business
Construction defects law still hindering housing projects
City decides to wait on ordinance
Business
Business Briefs
The Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center and First Southwest Bank are sponsoring a half-day workshop “Starting Your Business” from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Colorado Welcome…
Business
Oil retreats as output freeze seen leaving glut
Russia’s energy minister, Alexander Novak, said, Tuesday his nation has agreed with Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Venezuela to freeze oil production at January 2016 levels if other producers do the…