Colorado’s college students are feeling the pressure as inflation exacerbates food insecurity According to federal data, grocery prices have risen nearly 12 percent since last year, straining college students' budgets December 16, 2022
A Crested Butte couple just wanted better backpacking coffee. Then, NASA came calling and Alison Drucker’s instant coffee is headed to the International Space Station at the request of an astronaut October 6, 2022
Fruits are booming this harvest season around Durango 14th annual Apple Days Festival at farmers market scheduled for Oct. 8 September 24, 2022
Economists: Southern Colorado looks headed for a recession Humanity faces three massive and historic transitions at the same time September 3, 2022
Colorado mushroom forays, improved by monsoons, are becoming more popular Colorado Mycological Society, which holds fungi training classes and leads mushroom forays, has experienced a boost in membership in recent… August 22, 2022
At Chalkboard Kitchen in Durango, you’ll find something new every time cart keeps cuisine interesting with an ever-changing menu August 7, 2022
CJ’s Diner, which drew loyal customers, to close after 22 years Co-owner Jerry Martinez challenged COVID-19 restrictions on restaurants July 25, 2022
Online farmers market cuts out middleman in La Plata, Montezuma counties General manager of Southwest Farm Fresh Cooperative is pushing for programs that support food justice July 22, 2022
What to do this summer in Cortez, a base for Southwest destinations can be a waypoint on larger journey in Four Corners July 18, 2022
Hot Fire Dogs offers new late-night food option in Durango Authentic Chicago-style dogs rated NK-17, as in no ketchup unless you’re under age 17 July 14, 2022
Second annual Dolores Summerfest coming July 16 show, music and food are planned, and kids will have their own zone June 23, 2022
Year-round farming can help satisfy off-season demand, but it’s challenging work extension offers chance to strengthen relationships between local producers, customers June 17, 2022
Bayfield High School graduate to make debut on ‘Iron Chef’ Chenoweth to appear on Netflix on Wednesday June 13, 2022
Southwest Colorado’s farmers adapt to rising prices Inflation, war in Ukraine and the pandemic have led to increases in fertilizers, feed June 10, 2022
CJ’s Diner in Durango, a lightning rod during COVID-19 restrictions, is for sale and Carrie Martinez to step away from restaurant after more than two decades April 19, 2022
Update: Popeyes opening in Cortez this fall; will employ 40 Drive-thru restaurant’s preliminary hours will be 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. March 30, 2022
Cortez council OKs application for Popeye’s chicken restaurant Restaurant will share access with Family Dollar on South Broadway March 26, 2022
Montezuma County gives green light to new USDA processing plant south of Cortez Facility will have capacity for up to 200 animals per month; economic boost expected to area ranchers March 10, 2022
All Colorado children could get free school meals under proposed law would cost state up to $105 million, advocates estimate February 8, 2022
Former Mancos teacher reflects on success of new food business Kelly’s Kitchen is in its second year of business, and it’s booming January 29, 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
The elves of Cortez: Christmas drive-thru dinner brings good tidings Hope’s Kitchen and Sharehouse distribute about 300 meals December 26, 2021
Hope’s Kitchen and Sharehouse prepare drive-thru Christmas dinner on the pies, event organizer says December 23, 2021