One in nine U.S. jobs rely on tourism. Tourism supports one in six jobs (employing more than 6,000 people) in La Plata County, making it the No. 1 employer in…
courses are no longer a requirement
“We must increase the velocity of innovation that is relevant to our customers, inspires our partners and is meaningful to our business,” Chief Executive Officer Kevin Johnson said in a…
Lampert, Sears Holdings Corp.’s chief executive officer, called this week for the underperforming retailer to stanch the bleeding by paying off certain loans – many of them owned by his…
The company’s profit fell by almost 50 percent compared to a year ago. Its stock sank 21.2 percent to $14.81 in very heavy trading. It’s down about 33 percent in…
The parent of Arby’s, Inspire Brands Inc., announced on Tuesday that it had agreed to acquire Sonic Corp. in a deal valued at about $2.3 billion.Luke Sharrett/Bloomberg The parent of…
According to the latest data released Thursday by Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate average climbed to 4.72 percent with an average 0.5 point. (Points are fees paid to a lender…
This funding will help meet Region 9’s growing loan program demand, provide lending capital for start-up businesses, businesses needing smaller amounts or those that have a funding gap with their…
Leah Scholl also will be a new bookseller. She studied international business at Xavier University and now studies international business and English at Fort Lewis College. She is a Voyageur…
Quintanadu1-i-syn He brings years of experience to the co-op. In the electric utility industry, linemen are responsible for constructing and maintaining electric power transmission and distribution lines and facilities. Raised…
The first is Thursday, Oct. 4, in the Bayfield Town Hall building, and the second is on Saturday, Oct. 13, in Sittner Family Hall Room 710 on the Fort Lewis…
Shepherd serves as the executive director of the Southwest Colorado SBDC, hosted at Fort Lewis College. Her contributions to the Southwest region include creating 66 new jobs and helping to…
expected to discuss tough year in tourism
The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) has been an active member of the current group working to solve this puzzle. It’s not easy to get all the pieces in order.…
Machines will create 58 million more jobs than they displace by 2022, World Economic Forum says
Wells Fargo & Co. Chief Executive Tim Sloan made the announcement to employees on Thursday. The bank currently employs roughly 265,000 workers, and plans to cut its headcount through both…
Investors eye pot stocks as Canada set to legalize it
Portland eases restrictions on accessory dwelling units
Employees inspect cannabis plants at the CannTrust Holdings Inc. Niagara Perpetual Harvest facility in Pelham, Ontario, on July 11.Cole Burston/Bloomberg Coca-Cola Co. says it’s monitoring the nascent industry and is…
The event will welcome in the new class for the program, which aims to provide leadership skills for county residents. It will feature free appetizers and a cash bar. The…
Most positions begin in November, with a starting hourly pay of $18.47, according to a CDOT press release. Permanent positions offer full benefits and promotional opportunities. Temporary seasonal positions generally…
Lopez and her family have lived in the Durango area for 11 years. After growing up in the Midwest then moving around the country, she has found a home in…
Salamundu1-i-syn She will lead the bank’s commitment to provide unrivaled service to Latino customers in the 28 Colorado communities served by Alpine Bank. “We are glad to welcome Susana Salamun…
475 more rooms expected to be built in next few years
Good idea for a column, right. With some research, here’s what I discovered: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American household annually spends: $4,049, or $337 a…
