Business

Patching the gender gap in kids’ clothes

Kristin Higgins was adamant about not pushing “girly” stereotypes on her daughter, and painted her room in shades of green.…

July 26, 2016

Business

U.S. new-home sales climbed in June to more than 8-year high

New home sales were up 3.5 percent in June, although the rising demand for new homes and tightening supply is…

July 26, 2016

Business

Has the housing market rebounded?

shows demand high, but renters paying more

July 25, 2016

Business

Twin Buttes property sales begin Aug. 1

Development idled for years

July 23, 2016

Business

U.S. homes sales improved in June, best pace since early 2007

Existing home sales rose to their highest level since February 2007 in June, the National Association of Realtors said.Elise Amendola/Associated…

July 21, 2016

Business

Saving enough money to live until you’re 100 doesn’t add up

This photo provided by NerdWallet shows Liz Weston. Weston is a columnist for personal finance website NerdWallet.com. Financial planners often…

July 19, 2016

Business

Having stomach troubles? Try swallowing an origami robot

Tiny origami robots such as the one Steven Guitron, a mechanical engineering masters student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology,…

July 19, 2016

Business

Wine Merchant closing up shop

brought in expertise and variety to town

July 19, 2016

Business

U.S. home construction posted solid gain in June

A “Sold” sign rests in front of a house under construction in Walpole, Mass.Steven Senne/Associated Press file The Commerce Department…

July 19, 2016

Business

U.S. homebuilder sentiment slips in July

A “Sold” sign sits in front of the foundation of a house under construction as workers discuss plans in Plano,…

July 18, 2016

Business

Virtual reality, new tools let you redecorate from the couch

A new app by WayfairView allows shoppers to visualize furniture and decor in their homes at full-scale before they make…

July 16, 2016

Business

Tiny homes helping to make housing affordable in La Plata County

business is thriving for local manufacturer

July 15, 2016

Business

Owning a home still affordable in some big cities

Kelsey Funk purchased this home for $113,000 in St. Charles, Mo., and is paying just $690 a month on her…

July 12, 2016

Business

WildEdge Brewing one step closer to Cortez

Planning and zoning board members last week unanimously recommended allowing the rezoning of the properties at 101, 111 and 127…

July 12, 2016

Business

Business Briefs

The Payroll Department has promoted Eric Malone to president and Tanya Campbell to director of operations. Bryan Dear, founder of…

July 12, 2016

Business

Beware of scary Brexit headlines pushing you to buy gold

Many gold bulls who are worried about some kind of financial Armageddon believe the only way to really protect their…

July 12, 2016

Business

Why you care about the Dow

The Dow Jones industrial average set a record Tuesday, closing at 18,347.67 for the first time.Richard Drew/Associated Press file But…

July 12, 2016

Business

Feeling the pain of ‘Pokemon Go’

Best-selling app doesn’t come without its drawbacks

July 12, 2016

Business

Durango banks compete for billion dollars

deposits can keep money flowing into small business and construction

July 12, 2016

Business

Tips to help you find a rental in Durango

Openings dictated by Fort Lewis College schedule

July 10, 2016

Business

Student loan debt is hurting housing sales

Although a college degree significantly enhances a person’s chances of gaining stable employment and earning enough for a down payment,…

July 9, 2016

Business

Why so many millennials are living at home

More millennials are living with their parents, but an analysis of a recent Pew Research Center study shows that is…

July 9, 2016

Business

Durangoans hungry for new restaurants

Chick-fil-A garners 21 percent of the vote

July 5, 2016

Business

Vallecito gun store offers weapons, training

Vallecito gun shop owner takes pride in educating users on laws

July 5, 2016