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Cortez two-bedroom rental prices see dip
Housing report evaluates affordability in Southwest Colorado
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A look at efforts to make legal pot foster social justice
Cannabis seedlings grow under lights as part of a research project by students in the new cannabis minor program Feb. 19 at the State University of New York at Morrisville,…
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U.S. long-term mortgage rates slip; 30-year average at 4.06%
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate on the 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage slipped to 4.06% from 4.07% last week. By contrast, a year ago the benchmark rate stood…
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Theme park to star ‘Hunger Games,’ ‘Twilight’
Lionsgate Entertainment World will offer several adventures including a virtual reality motorcycle ride based on “Twilight,” a maximum-security prison breakout like in “Escape Plan” and a replica of The Capitol…
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Official: Sandia National Laboratories sees surge in hiring
The Albuquerque Journal reports that Scott Aeilts told the Albuquerque Economic Forum on Wednesday that 1,100 of the hires will be for new positions and the rest will fill openings…
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Mantell-Hecathorn Builders among top 3 for Zero Energy Ready Home certifications in Colorado
They are dedicated to incorporating design and building services with third-party certified healthy indoor air quality and utility savings beyond standard code-built homes. They were recognized by the Department of…
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Wild Iris Wellness to move to new location
Owner DeVere Keen Gable is a craniosacral therapist and holistic health coach and provides transformational body work. Gable’s mission is to help individuals feel their best and live their best…
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Local business Tailwind Nutrition receives award
The award, a joint recognition from the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade and the World Trade Center Denver, has been given to Colorado exporters annually since 1970.…
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Slew of new businesses coming to Main Avenue
Several new shops, restaurants coming, some leaving
Local First
The push for local, renewable energy
Why would a group like Local First work on energy issues? Here’s why: the Local First mission takes into account the triple bottom line as a nonprofit alliance of locally-owned,…
Business
3.2 Beer is gone, but Colorado didn’t notice – sales jumped in January
Joey Lash, assistant store director at Durango’s Albertsons, arranges all the different full strength beers on Jan. 2 in the store.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file When grocery and convenience stores started…
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Don Vic’s Grocery offers authentic Mexican food
varieties, freshly made tamales and tortillas are a hit
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Drones help farmers detect disease, manage water
imaging saves producers, researchers time
Business
US long-term mortgage rates fall; 30-year average at 4.07%
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate on the 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage eased to 4.07% from 4.10% last week. By contrast, a year ago the benchmark rate stood…
Business
Lunch & Learn examines direct primary care
Searfus operates Mountain View Family HealthCare as a direct primary care practice. She will offer information based on her experience as well as offering information from business owners who contract…
Business
QuickBooks seminar offered
Introduction to QuickBooks Desktop will be taught by Laura Hokanson. It will be offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday in the Community Room at TBK Bank. Introduction to…
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Paper shredding offered May 22
The Durango Chamber of Commerce will sponsor Shred Day from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the chamber, 2301 Main Ave.Durango Herald file A limit of four boxes per household…
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Waterstone Mortgage opens new office with Christal Dye
Dyedu1-i-syn Waterstone Mortgage values individual goals and strives to provide transparent, pro-active communication throughout the loan process and homebuying experience. Call Dye and the Waterstone Mortgage team at 403-4946 or…
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Tafoya Barrett and Associates PC welcomes new partner
Kooi has been with the firm for two years, coming to Durango from Fort Collins, where she spent more than 18 years working with small businesses, individuals and not-for-profit organizations…
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Region 9 hires Fort Lewis College graduate for internship
Porambodu1-i-syn A recent Fort Lewis College graduate, Porambo has a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with an emphasis in business management and marketing. He is also a previous business…
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Libby’s Salon welcomes Susan Merillat
Merillat brings a wealth of experience, with over 30 years in the beauty industry, along with a bright, fun personality. Her background includes being a spa specialist with The Four…
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Pathways Physical Therapy to offer mobile therapy
Making time for PT appointments can be difficult in our busy lives. It’s not easy to take time off work, find care for children or find transportation if unable to…
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Animas Eyecare welcomes Dr. Schroeder
Schroeder received his undergraduate degree from Kansas State University in 1986. He received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Houston in 1990. Schroeder has 29 years of…
Local News
La Plata Electric Association releases salary for new CEO
Co-op board votes to disclose compensation
Local News
Drones help farmers detect disease, manage water
imaging saves producers, researchers time
Business
New business incubator coming to downtown Durango
Pad offers flexible office space in 1100 Main Avenue
Business
Durango landscape architects integrate form and function
Design integrates natural aesthetics with functional realities of urban settings
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Barefoot clothing shop opens on Main Avenue in Durango
to sell Fort Lewis College, Durango High School branded clothing