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San Juan County-based recovery project receives award
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San Juan County-based recovery project receives award

November 23, 2018

The recovery coordinator develops a resiliency plan for businesses and identifies opportunities for economic diversification, according to Terry Blair-Burton, Region 9 program administrator. The position is held by Melanie Russek,…

Figure out your financial priorities
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Figure out your financial priorities

November 17, 2018

Next year may look vastly different for you, but the truth is, our financial years are similar because at the root of it all, money can only be spent, saved…

30-year mortgage rate flat; still highest since 2011
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30-year mortgage rate flat; still highest since 2011

November 16, 2018

Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate on a 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage was unchanged from last week at 4.94 percent. That’s the highest level for the benchmark rate…

Southwest Colorado Women in Business nominations
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Southwest Colorado Women in Business nominations

November 16, 2018

Categories include sales / professional, nonprofit, business owner, emerging, homes, arts and culture, fitness, tourism and medical professionals and caregivers. For more information about the categories and how to nominate,…

New Ignacio preschool opening in January
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New Ignacio preschool opening in January

November 16, 2018

The Ignacio Early Learning Program will offer preschool for 3- to 5-year-olds for $36 per day. The program will be offered in a licensed facility and staffed with experienced early…

Pueblo Community College welcomes Doug Parker
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Pueblo Community College welcomes Doug Parker

November 16, 2018

Parkerdu1-i-syn Parker was a police officer for nearly 36 years in Denver and Littleton and a SWAT officer for 26 years. From 2008 to 2011, Parker served as emergency manager…

Cruise Planners docks in Durango
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Cruise Planners docks in Durango

November 16, 2018

Clutingerdu1-i-syn Owner and travel advisor Laura Clutinger specializes in getting to know clients, focusing on details and fulfilling visions within budgets. Cruise Planners is located at 79 Ponderosa Way in…

Deadline to apply for SBA drought loans is Dec. 12
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Deadline to apply for SBA drought loans is Dec. 12

November 16, 2018

Small nonfarm businesses in Colorado, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico have until Dec. 12 to apply for a Small Business Administration federal disaster loan for economic injury. The low-interest loans…

You live in the Mountain Biking Capital of the World
The Tourism Effect

You live in the Mountain Biking Capital of the World

November 10, 2018

If this weren’t enough, the Colorado High School Cycling League plans to bring the state championship event back to Durango Mesa Park in October 2019, and Purgatory Resort will host…

Mortgage rates jump to highest level in 7 years
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Mortgage rates jump to highest level in 7 years

November 9, 2018

Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday that the average rate on a 30-year, fixed rate mortgage rose to 4.94 percent, from 4.83 percent last week. A year ago the rate…

Chamber to host November Lunch and Learn on Nov. 28
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Chamber to host November Lunch and Learn on Nov. 28

November 9, 2018

The topic will address how to hire a financial advisor. Cost is $13 for members and $20 for non-members, with lunch catered by Hot Tomatoes. Reservations are required. Register at…

LPEA welcomes two new employees
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LPEA welcomes two new employees

November 9, 2018

Dominic May is the Energy Management Supervisor who will address LPEA members’ concern for energy efficiency and conservation. May is a graduate of Fort Lewis College and earned his economics…

Know Your Dough seeks board members
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Know Your Dough seeks board members

November 9, 2018

Candidates should have teaching experience and/or knowledge of the financial services industries like accounting, banking and investing. Time commitment is minimal and includes monthly board meetings and quarterly fundraising/appreciation events.…

Bayfield School wellness clinic opens
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Bayfield School wellness clinic opens

November 9, 2018

The pediatric medical home clinic will be open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments can be made by calling 375-0100.

Cruise Planners docks in Durango
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Cruise Planners docks in Durango

November 9, 2018

Clutingerdu1-i-syn Owner and travel advisor Laura Clutinger specializes in getting to know clients, focusing on details and fulfilling visions within budgets. Cruise Planners is located at 79 Ponderosa Way in…

Southwest Mortgage joins Flanagan State Bank
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Southwest Mortgage joins Flanagan State Bank

November 9, 2018

By joining with Flanagan State Bank, Southwest is able to provide financing in 35-plus states with a variety of mortgage products to fit each client. Southwest’s name will stay the…

New stylist at Shampoo Salon
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New stylist at Shampoo Salon

November 9, 2018

Desormeaux has 35 years experience in the industry and welcomes appointments and walk-ins for men, women and children. She does shampoo roller sets for women. For more information about Shampoo…