As snowmaking becomes more common, some question the use of energy and water Ski resorts have invested millions in more efficient snow guns A machine blows snow at Vail Mountain Resort Dec. 29… January 26, 2022
Demand for guns and ammo is near record highs, but some shops hit hard by supply chain hang-ups Colorado Bureau of Investigation recorded 487,097 firearm transactions in 2020 January 14, 2022
How a Cortez woman transformed a garage into a high-output kitchen Makes engineers flavorful concoctions available through catering and dinner services January 8, 2022
Cortez preps for Christmas with ‘last minute’ holiday bazaar 32 vendors were stationed at the Elks Lodge Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. December 19, 2021
Ice cream favorite Moose and More moving to Mancos A look back at the shop’s sweet evolution December 19, 2021
Beloved ‘everything’ store closing its doors after 35 years in Cortez reflects on music evolution and generations of customers December 17, 2021
The Osprey Packs story: Its roots, success, sale and its future in Cortez major changes planned at company headquarters December 7, 2021
Cortez-based Osprey Packs agrees to sell to Helen of Troy $414 million deal expected to be finalized by end of the year November 30, 2021
Cortez food delivery business hopes to survive under new ownership owners hoping to quell shortage in orders for year-old business November 27, 2021
Feds say COVID cost the outdoor recreation industry $156 billion in 2020. But did it really? analysis shows a 19.5% decline, but that includes losses outside the industry November 10, 2021
New bike shop opens in Dolores Kokopelli Bike and Board expands operations to growing mountain biking town October 29, 2021
Homeslice Pizza in Durango sells restaurants to Peak Food & Beverage of Steamworks, El Moro and Bird’s add to their portfolio October 26, 2021
Mancos businesses awarded grants for building upgrades attractive storefronts can increase sales, officials say October 21, 2021
Colorado ski resorts are in an uphill battle for workers amid the historic labor shortage ‘Help wanted’ ads outnumber ‘for rent’ listings in communities enduring housing, worker shortages October 20, 2021
Apple orchard owners battle frost, hail and insects during first year of ownership Plata County family learned lessons, is focused on successes October 17, 2021
Colorado tourism pushing for international visitors, new director says Pandemic put brakes on global travel in 2020, which cost the state over a billion dollars October 16, 2021
Colorado ski resort offers a $49+ chance to skip the lift line, triggering a skier backlash U.S. senator calls on Powdr to kill the program October 15, 2021
New store highlights local artisans store on South Elm Street features craft goods from local artisans October 13, 2021
Ertel Funeral home invites public to 100-year anniversary Nov. 6 celebration includes fireworks show October 8, 2021
Durango Diner is sold, but don’t worry: New owner says he’ll keep greasy spoon the same and Donna Broad owned downtown eatery for 41 years October 6, 2021
Tico Time brings joy to some, misery for others Neighbors of RV resort say loud music, nudity has made life ‘hell’ September 29, 2021
Economic Alliance Summit features author, photographer and local business leader of 2021 event is ‘Rehumanizing Work’ September 18, 2021
Tales of Tomorrow comics shop closing reluctantly Farmington store to shutter because of manga shortage September 3, 2021
Aurum Labs in Durango receives state certification for hemp testing Company also seeks nod from Drug Enforcement Agency August 20, 2021