Local News
14th annual Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference coming to Ignacio in May
will cover avoiding burnout, navigating business loans, making it in rural markets, and more
Business
Local News
Several leadership changes announced at Purgatory Resort
General Manager Dave Rathbun to become CEO, among other changes
Business
Colorado’s downtown leaders talk historic properties, finding a niche and balancing public money with private interests
The Pueblo Riverwalk Boathouse project received an award in the project category from Downtown Colorado Inc. It is part of a $15.97 million expansion project and opened in April. (Courtesy…
Food
This Tamale Act could throw open the door for more home kitchen entrepreneurs in Colorado
The Combi Taco Catering crew make boxed meals at a commercial kitchen in Denver's Athmar Park neighborhood. April 13, 2026. (Rae Solomon/CPR News) “My mom would sell cheesecake and flan…
Business
Has the ‘silver tsunami’ reached Durango’s business community?
Increase in owners shuttering stores to retire could impact city’s economics
Business
Jury finds that Ticketmaster, Live Nation had anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues
The Ticketmaster logo is seen along the sideline of the field before an NFL game on Sept. 15, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. (Phelan M. Ebenhack/Associated Press file) A jury has…
Local News
How might AI impact Durango workers?
urges workers focus on skills artificial intelligence can’t replace
Local News
What happened to Colorado’s medical marijuana card?
Industry shrinking as financial incentives disappear, state regulations tighten
Business
How sustainable businesses strengthen La Plata County
In a place like La Plata County, where our outdoor landscapes, rivers and open spaces are central to our identity, protecting the environment also supports industries that depend on it,…
Local News
Durango Farmers Market to host six events on Main Avenue
Organizers cite strong turnout and a boost for downtown businesses
Local News
Shaw Solar shifts to employee-owned co-op model
comes after 20 years of traditional ownership under John Shaw
Business
Bill to help Colorado artists protect their intellectual property clears first hurdle at State Senate
Some of the many painted walls in Five Points' RiNo Art District, Jan. 12, 2021, in Denver. (Kevin J. Beaty/Denverite) A proposed law with bipartisan support that would create a…
Local News
Ska Brewing sale breathes new life into 30-year-old business
‘We’re loyal to Durango and the people of Durango – and I feel like it’s mutual,’ founder says
Local News
Hardware showroom and coffee shop hybrid opens in Durango
‘This is a culmination of bringing aspects of two things that I've done that have been important to me in my life together,’ owner says
From the Chamber
A voice for Southwest Colorado at the Capitol
Jeff Dupont Last month, community leaders from across our region traveled to Denver for Southwest Colorado Days at the Capitol, an annual opportunity to connect directly with state leaders and…
What's Up Downtown
Love Locals Week
Tim Walsworth The Durango Business Improvement District is rolling out a new promotion for locals this spring and my faithful readers are the first to get all the details. BID’s…
Local News
Rising gas prices strain travel-dependent businesses, agencies
Companies weigh higher mileage reimbursement, price increases for customers
Business
State treasurer says tariffs continue to create chaos in Colorado
The doors to Colorado Treasurer Dave Young's office in the State Capitol building on Oct. 14, 2025. (Kevin J. Beaty/Denverite) Colorado businesses paid $1.1 billion in tariffs in 2025, according…
Local News
Rep. Jeff Hurd meets with La Plata County business leaders
Congressman discussed affordability, economic growth and Iran war
Local News
Durango-based company launches ‘Facebook Marketplace for businesses’
membership gets access to eco-friendly buying, selling, donations in Four Corners
Local News
La Plata Electric Association exits Tri-State after decades-long power partnership
Co-op cites lower costs, emissions and greater energy independence
Food
Sysco expands into high-margin restaurant segment with $29 billion deal
Specialist John McNierney works at the post that handles Sysco, on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Monday, June 29, 2015. (Richard Drew/Associated Press file) The acquisition…
Local News
Switchback Taco closes after seven years in downtown Durango
hint at ‘something new and exciting’ in coming weeks
Local News
‘Forums for Progress’ panel to examine energy issues in Southwest Colorado
Industry leaders to discuss policy, oil and gas, and emerging energy sectors
Local News
Survey: Are you worried about AI replacing your job?
This image released by Focus Features shows a scene from “The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist.” Focus Features via APcca Artificial intelligence is rapidly expanding into many…
Local News
Durango Chamber of Commerce to host business, leadership panel in Durango
brings together regional leaders to discuss impact, collaboration
Local News
Mountain Capital Partners’ $37.5 million commitment to be partially allotted to Purgatory upgrades
Funding to go to new Gelande Lift, snowmaking, Lift 1 system
Local News
Birthday cake truffles being pulled from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory shelves
Product does not pose health threat to customers, CEO says
Local News
Atmos Energy proposes gas rate increase
hike would cost customers more than $5 more per month
Local First
The power of 10%: How small spending shifts strengthen La Plata County
At Local First, we like to say “think local, first” because small choices add up. Even directing a small portion of your spending, like 10%, toward locally owned businesses can…