Local News
What should future of health care look like? Residents weigh in
official hears concerns about cost, transparency
Business
Local News
Dollar General considers new store near Cortez
retail outlet would be on County Road G south of town
Business
Small meat-processing plant could start up near Mancos
Rancher seeks small slaughterhouse south of town
Business
Long-term mortgage rates near historic lows: 30-year 3.55%
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday that the average rate on the 30-year loan slipped to 3.55% this week from 3.60% last week. The rate stood at 4.51% a year…
Business
Health Care costs discussed Aug. 28
A presentation called “Health Care Costs Making You Sick?” will be offered beginning at noon Wednesday at TBK Bank, 259 W. Ninth St.Associated Press file Ken Bates with Durango Insurance…
Business
Durango Adult Education Center hires Susan Hakanson as new executive director
Hakansondu1-i-syn The public is invited to meet Hakanson at a welcome reception 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday at DAEC, 701 Camino del Rio, Ste. 301. Hakanson brings decadeslong expertise in…
Business
Durango Coffee Co. to host grand opening
Business owners Taliah Agdeppa and Katherine Walker welcome the community with open doors. Food will be provided by the Ore House, with free coffee all day from DCC. Raffle items,…
Business
Mining proposal in Santa Fe National Forest draws opposition
Residents near the village of Pecos are vowing to take on mining companies seeking to search for copper, zinc and gold on two acres, The Santa Fe New Mexican reports…
Local News
More electric vehicles suited for Southwest Colorado expected to hit market
rule could improve options for car buyers
Local News
Hey, business owners: It’s not tough being green
expo highlights sustainable, environmentally-friendly services for businesses
Local News
Hemp farmers concerned THC rules lead to crop destruction
Farmers would like to find new market for harvests high in THC
Business
Cold Case Gear aims to beat the heat (or the cold)
Springs startup looks to aid backcountry explorers
From the Chamber
What story is your business trying to tell?
Many of us think of it as the fairy tales we read to our kids when they were little. But when it comes to a business, you must tell your…
The Tourism Effect
What do international travelers do for Durango?
IITA is the nonprofit trade association representing the United States international travel industry, and the group included inbound tour operators and members of some of the top hotel chains, attractions,…
Business
US long-term mortgage rates stay near historic lows
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate on the benchmark 30-year loan was unchanged at 3.60%, its lowest level since November 2016. A year ago the rate stood…
Business
Food truckies open brick-and-mortar Mexican restaurant on Main Avenue
‘We take our hot dogs very seriously’
Regional News
New Mexico legalizing marijuana job numbers may be ‘decent’
A bipartisan group appointed by New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to study legalizing recreational marijuana in the state is holding its first public meeting Wednesday.Susan Montoya Bryan/Associated Press file…
Business
Downs, McDonough & Cowan announces new partner
Foleydu1-i-syn The firm devotes 100% of its practice to individuals who are needing assistance with serious personal injuries. Foley holds an undergraduate degree from Georgetown University and attended law school…
Business
BPX Durango Inc. announces new location
Penny Fisher, a federally licensed enrolled agent, has been working from the West Building on Second Avenue for over six years. This month, Fisher has moved her offices from the…
Business
Surf ‘N Tacos now open in Hermosa
Jorge and Emily Gutierrez recently opened Surf ‘N Tacos food truck next to the Speedway gas station in Hermosa, 32225 Highway 550.Courtesy of Surf ‘N Tacos The grand opening was…
Food
Best Kind Ferments harnesses a passion for fermentation
Durango resident’s new business makes and sells kimchi and sauerkraut
Business
Fourth-grader’s idea sprouts family board game company
Schadt’s science project on Philippine eagle now out on Kickstarter
Local First
Farm to table to farm: The eat local movement
Local First has a long track record of advocating for the eat local movement, including supporting local chefs and farmers and connecting the community to the restaurants in town that…
Business
Green Business Expo to take place Thursday
The expo is geared toward businesses interested in utilizing green practices, saving money and reducing waste. A variety of booths will be available with information on real solutions businesses can…
Business
US long-term mortgage rates fall sharply: 30-year at 3.60%
Financial markets around the globe have been whipsawed by anxiety over the U.S.-China trade war, sending investors fleeing from stocks to the safety of bonds and pushing bond interest-rates to…
Business
Amazon’s self-driving delivery robots head to California
Amazon is expanding the use of its self-driving delivery robots to a second state. The online shopping giant says the six-wheeled robots, about the size of a Labrador, will start…
Business
Susie Young opens Garden Girl Nutrition in Durango
Youngdu1-i-syn Young has more than a decade of medical nutrition therapy experience and knowledge. Garden Girl Nutrition is committed to helping individuals foster lifestyle changes that can prevent chronic illnesses…
Business
Salon by Teri announces reopening
The salon is now located at 2929 Main Ave., suite B7, upstairs, and is accepting clients. Teri Harris looks forward to continuing to provide hair services to new and returning…
Business
Design Consultant Joanna Staehler Joins Tile & Carpet Store of Durango
Staehlerdu1-i-syn With almost 20 years of industry experience – including eight years serving the Durango community – Staehler brings a solid understanding of design concepts for tile, as well as…