Business
Multibillion-dollar contract for Los Alamos lab up for bid
Criticism of safety record intensifies as plutonium pit production resumes
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Labor Department to review Obama-era rule that would expand overtime pay
Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta pauses while speaking during the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Oxon Hill, Md., on Tuesday.Eric Thayer/Bloomberg Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta had previously said that he planned to…
Money Savvy
Methods to make a scholarship search easy
That’s true for us, too. Malcolm, our 16-year-old, just made the decision to attend the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, a joyous milestone that we celebrated…
Business
Family Health Care now open
du1-i-syn Medical professionals Dr. Thomas Newell and Anna Dixon provide services for walk-in patients and accept most insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid. For appointments and more information, call 475-4300.
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Industry recognizes Think Network as top company
du1-i-syn “Think is honored to be included on this prestigious list of the most progressive MSPs,” said Melissa Glick, Think Network CEO. “Our team works extremely hard, shows passion and…
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Board members, teacher mentors sought at Know Your Dough
du1-i-syn Board-member candidates should have teaching experience and know about financial-service industries, such as accounting, banking and investing. Board members are expected to attend monthly meetings and quarterly fundraising and…
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As pot comes out of black market, regulators face scrutiny
Raytondu1-i-syn The result can be a recipe for government corruption. Recent cases in Colorado and Washington are the first known instances of current or former pot regulators being accused of…
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Big questions for tiny houses
County will release updated codes in July to address pint-sized homes
Business
New Mexican restaurant opens in Cortez
Chef who helped La Casita grow on Main Street gets his own restaurant on South Broadway, Cortez
Business
In cattle country, rare wind gusts upend the Texas energy market
Wind turbine blades sit on trailers awaiting transport at the Port Of Corpus Christi in Corpus Christi, Texas, on Nov. 6, 2015.Eddie Seals/Bloomberg And then there’s South Texas. It is…
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UPS recognizes the Mail Room in top 100 shippers of 2016
Package marking at the Mail Room.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald Shipping outlets named to the top 100 list qualify to receive a $500 recognition award. The Mail Room received the same recognition…
Local News
Turf battle flares at north City Market
Congested parking lot adds produce stand, restricts spots
Business
Cortez restaurant Pepperhead plans to close July 7
Owners announce new, earlier closing date
Business
Google’s search engine aims to become employment engine
Google is trying to turn its search engine into an employment engine. Since Tuesday, job hunters have been able to go to Google and see help-wanted listings that its search…
Business
Commercial-energy customers invited to learn about efficiency incentives
A pedestrian walks past gas-line piping being installed by Atmos Energy.Shaun Stanley/Durango Herald Area commercial-energy customers are invited to attend and will learn about energy-efficiency opportunities from representatives of Atmos…
A Take on Tourism
Why IPW is a big deal for Colorado tourism
du1-i-syn Host cities of IPW typically see an increase of more than 700,000 international visitors and $1.7 billion in international tourism revenue in the three years following IPW. Hosting IPW…
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Independents Week to celebrate La Plata County businesses
New passport challenge headlines event
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Libo expands counseling, coaching service
Libodu1-i-syn For more information, contact [email protected] or visit www.felicialibo.com.
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Former Vantiv employee leaves company, starts business
AP Photo/Eric Risbergdu1-i-syn Tallman’s new consulting group uses cloud-based customer relationship management software to offer qualified nonprofits data-managing services to help them increase revenue, reduce cost and improve reporting capabilities.…
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Nike to slash 1,400 jobs, cut sneaker styles in shakeup
The sneaker maker said Thursday that it plans to focus on the hottest-selling sneakers, slash the number of styles it offers and sell more shoes directly to customers online as…
Business
Glide Durango puts a spin on historical tours
Personal transporters offer a novel ride around town
Business
New puzzle shop in Durango to feature work of local artists
Individual pieces will be shaped to match theme of work
Local News
Despite dip in visits, Colorado ski resorts report strong year
2016-17 season likely second best on record
Business
As retail outlook dims, mall tenants push for short leases
An employee walks through the parking lot during the Dreamland Amusements carnival in the parking lot of the Marley Station Mall in Glen Burnie, Maryland, on April 28.Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg After…
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Sherpa Sustainability Institute teaches social responsibility
Tactics help foster business sustainability
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Uncertainty as Nevada aims to launch recreational pot soon
It would be the shortest turnaround from legalization to the launch of sales in any of the other seven states and District of Columbia where recreational pot is legal. Regulations…
Business
Robotic Amazon facility coming to Colorado
The Denver Post reports (http://dpo.st/2s6WF5L ) the large internet-based retailer announced the decision on Monday. Amazon plans to hire 1,500 full-time employees. The robots will be used for picking up…
Business
Sirius XM buys stake in music streaming site Pandora
The Pandora Media name appears above a trading post on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Friday, June 9.Richard Drew/Associated Press The online music service is selling a…