Business The U.S. lags other countries in social media restrictions for kids, but a reform push is growing Kristin Bride, right, mother of 16-year-old Carson Bride, who died by suicide after being cyber-bullied on an anonymous app on… July 1, 2026
Local News Business roundup: 6th Street Liquor building for sale, Happy Pappy’s rebrands and Durango Olive Oil Co. storefront closes In this week’s roundup: 6th Street Liquor owners passed the deadline for a six-month liquor license suspension pending sale, Happy… June 28, 2026
Business Melissa Briggs joins Whole Health Family Medicine Clinic Whole Health Family Medicine Clinic has announced that Family Nurse Practitioner Melissa Briggs has joined its team. The locally-owned direct… June 26, 2026
Local First Investing in local food strengthens La Plata County’s future A strong and healthy local food system is one of the most important foundations of a resilient rural community. In… June 19, 2026
Business Federal Reserve keeps rate unchanged, but nearly half of policymakers would support hike this year Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh speaks during his swearing-in in the East Room of the White House, May 22 in… June 17, 2026
Business Oil and gas supplies could take months to return to normal after Iran deal, energy experts say The American Flag flies next to a One9 Fuel Stop sign displaying gas prices for diesel and unleaded gas, June… June 15, 2026
From the Chamber Preparing for a busy summer season Jeff Dupont In advance of Memorial Day weekend, the Durango Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Business Improvement District to… June 12, 2026
What's Up Downtown Four Days for the Fourth and two days for the San Juan Brewfest Tim Walsworth Two of the biggest and best annual events on the Durango-area calendar are coming up in July and… June 12, 2026
Business Visa plugs its payment network into ChatGPT, letting AI agents shop and pay for users Jack Forestell, Visa's chief product and strategy officer, speaks at the Visa Payments Forum in San Francisco on Wednesday. (Barbara… June 10, 2026
Business Visits to Colorado ski resorts collapsed in 2025-26 with the steepest annual decline in decades It was the lowest showing for Colorado ski areas since 1991-92 June 8, 2026
Business From unfilled gas tanks to fewer frills, retailers see U.S. consumers rethink their spending A customer prepares to pump diesel fuel at a Madison, Miss., Sam's Club on May 24, 2022. (Rogelio V. Solis/Associated… June 8, 2026
Local News Business roundup: Mountain Bike Specialists sells, oyster bar looking for buyer and fine dining spot files for bankruptcy Mountain Bike Specialist new owner, Elliott Saslow, is seen in the Main Avenue store on Thursday. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald) In… June 7, 2026
Local News It’s not all about pay: Retaining Southwest Colorado’s workforce may mean adjusting to employee needs ‘Something’s not working, and yet we keep trying the same thing,’ business consultant says June 3, 2026
Business Durango Motor Co. to celebrate opening of Pre-Owned Car Center Durango Motor Co. invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of its new Pre-Owned Car Center from 11 a.m.… June 3, 2026
Local News Durango Motor Co. opens combined operation at new site Expansion to better accommodate rapidly growing customer demand, business says June 2, 2026
Local News One of two dual-branded hotels opens in downtown Durango after multiyear construction Second slated for summertime completion, developer says June 2, 2026
Business Florida sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming company concealed serious risks of ChatGPT Sam Altman arrives at the U.S. District Court, April 30 in Oakland, Calif. (Godofredo A. Vásquez/Associated Press file) MIAMI –… June 1, 2026
Business Young and unemployed? Remote work, not AI, may be the problem, study finds Connor Scott, 24, and Zoe Lloyd, 21, meet up at a local coffee shop and restaurant to work on their… June 1, 2026
Local News Durango given ‘accessibility verified’ tourism status City generally accessible to visitors who use mobility aids, Wheel the World and Colorado Tourism Office say June 1, 2026
Business Startup Colorado holds contest for business plans that center on belonging A discussion about driverless cars of the present and future takes place during Denver Startup Week, Sept. 27, 2018. (Kevin… May 27, 2026
Business Gun sales in Colorado fall to lowest level since 2014 Wayne Price, owner of The Gun Room, stands inside the shop in Lakewood on May 22. (McKenzie Lange/CPR News) It’s… May 27, 2026
Regional News Colorado mountain town real estate slowing down after post-pandemic surge Sales numbers and total volume are down, but prices remain at record highs May 27, 2026
Business Single Gen Z women outpace Gen Z men to homeownership despite overall decline in first-time buyers A sign is posted for a new home for sale, Oct. 16, 2025, in Ambler, Pa. (Matt Rourke/Associated Press file)… May 20, 2026
Business First-of-its-kind law to create ‘artist corporations’ is headed to the governor’s desk A mural is seen in Denver’s RiNo Arts District on Sept. 1, 2025. A bill that would create a different… May 20, 2026