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HUD report is flawed, housing group says
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HUD report is flawed, housing group says

September 5, 2015

In a letter, the director of the Public Housing Authorities Directors Association told Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julian Castro that a report highlighting “over-income” tenants that triggered the change…

Panel urges full disclosure on fees
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Panel urges full disclosure on fees

September 5, 2015

Airline passenger advocacy group FlyersRights is asking the Federal Aviation Administration to adopt a rule that would require airlines to make it easier for customers to determine what kind of…

Filling your gas tank getting cheaper
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Filling your gas tank getting cheaper

September 3, 2015

Gas prices are set to fall until Christmas. The national trend is for gas prices to stay lower in the winter, according to AAA Colorado.Gerald Herbert/Associated Press file photo The…

Business Briefs
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Business Briefs

September 1, 2015

Owlii.co has officially launched. Owlii is a rewards-based website that allows customers to earn coupons and rewards from the simple act of sharing. New local companies are signing up daily…

San Juan Basin adds to team
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San Juan Basin adds to team

September 1, 2015

The Single Entry Point Program announces the hiring of Victoria Garcia as its full-time administrative assistant. Garcia has seven years of experience in different positions including a collections management assistant…

Out-of-state plates only part of story
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Out-of-state plates only part of story

September 1, 2015

The Colorado Tourism Office has done a great job attracting people from all over to Colorado. The reason for our success is that our cities, scenery and attractions consistently meet…

Keep your home – and your family – safe
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Keep your home – and your family – safe

August 29, 2015

Whether you are buying a home, selling a home or plan to stay in your home indefinitely, regular and routine checks are critical for home safety. Smoke detectors: While most…

U.S. new-home sales jump 5.4 percent in July
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U.S. new-home sales jump 5.4 percent in July

August 29, 2015

A sold sign is displayed outside a new home under construction in Mechanicsville, Va.Steve Helber/Associated Press file photo The Commerce Department said new-home sales rose 5.4 percent last month to…

Make room if you’re sharing a bathroom
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Make room if you’re sharing a bathroom

August 29, 2015

The Veris F-digital controller lets individuals activate pre-set water temperatures on bathroom sinks using their fingertips. The controller can make it easier for people sharing bathrooms, especially children.Grohe via Associated…

Business Briefs
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Business Briefs

August 25, 2015

Kent Curtis, CEO of First Southwest Bank, announced the addition of Paul Broderick to the bank’s senior lending team as senior vice president/commercial lender. Broderick will manage business development and…

Survey: Recalls make Americans less satisfied with cars
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Survey: Recalls make Americans less satisfied with cars

August 25, 2015

Japanese seat belt and air-bag maker Takata Corp. Chairman and CEO Shigehisa Takada explains problems with the firm’s air bags during a news conference regarding the product’s recall. The 2015…

Panhandling? Support our local charities
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Panhandling? Support our local charities

August 25, 2015

Like many communities around the country, Durango has experienced a dramatic increase in panhandling. There are many organizations working diligently to address this issue. Durango is a very caring community.…

Local housing market shows strong numbers
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Local housing market shows strong numbers

August 22, 2015

Durango’s Rivergate Lofts overlook the Animas River. The Wells Group’s Don Ricedorff says his company has “fielded a number of questions and concerns” from clients about this month’s accidental release…

High school could spur new growth in Cortez
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High school could spur new growth in Cortez

August 22, 2015

A new house under construction in the Southern Bluffs subdivision has a view of the new Montezuma-Cortez High School.Sam Green/Cortez Journal With the new Montezuma-Cortez High School campus now positioned…