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A strong economy is founded in social and environmental justice, and customers make choices based on this potential positive impact. According to a 2017 study by Cone Communications, 63% of…
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Fixed mortgage rates end up back where they started after an up-and-down week
J. Lawler Duggan/Washington Post.<br><br>The offices of Freddie Mac in McLean, Virginia.du1-i-syn According to the latest data released Thursday by Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate average held steady at 3.75% with…
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Momentum 24/7 Fitness opens new building in Bayfield
10,000-square-foot gym offers jiu-jitsu, hot yoga and other classes
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Fenceline acquires Guy Drew Vineyards
Drew to become production manager, wine offerings to expand
Business
Dr. Doug Miller announces new office location
Millerdu1-i-syn Miller provides counseling and leadership coaching services, neurofeedback training, psychological testing and parenting workshops. For more information, contact Miller at 382-2680 or [email protected].
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Exit Realty welcomes new team members
Exit Realty Home and Ranch, located at 1032 Main Ave. and is member of Exit Realty Colorado’s rapidly expanding network of independently owned and operated brokerages across the region.
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Renewable Generation Funds Grants available to not-for-profits
The application period is open from July 1 to Dec. 1. Notification of awards will be made in February 2020. Detailed requirements are outlined on the grant application online at…
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Women’s Small Business Conference to take place Thursday
The conference will include educational seminars, one-on-one counseling sessions, valuable networking opportunities and keynote speaker Sheri Tingey, owner of Alpacka Raft. Break-out sessions throughout the day will focus on key…
Business
Presentation examines enterprise zones
Heather Otter with Region 9 Economic Development District of Southwest Colorado will lead the presentation. The program is free and will benefit businesses, nonprofits and governmental agencies. For more information,…
What's Up Downtown
San Juan Brewfest turns 21
The Brewfest started at Purgatory in 1999. In 2008, Purgatory moved the event to Downtown Durango. Purgatory chose United Way of Southwest Colorado as their partner. The event was held…
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Alpacka Raft finds Mancos fine for manufacturing
Maker of high-end packrafts at home in small town
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Best of Durango & La Plata County nominations opened Friday
The competition began Friday and nominations will be accepted through July 26. At that point in time, the three businesses with the most nominations and the top three businesses from…
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Mortgage rates tick up, but lower bond yields signal more declines
On Wednesday, Freddie Mac reported the 30-year fixed-rate average moved slightly higher to 3.75% with an average 0.6 point.Steve Helber/Associated Press According to the latest data released Thursday by Freddie…
Health
Dr. Laura Warner appointed to State Behavioral Health Taskforce Subcommittee
At the direction of Governor Jared Polis, the mission of the task force is to evaluate and set the roadmap to improve the current behavioral health system in the state,…
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J. Gibson Watson Joins Swan Global Investments as Chief Strategy Officer
Watsondu1-i-syn Watson assumes this newly created position after spending several years as an external advisor to Swan’s executive team. In his role, he is tasked with driving strategic initiatives in…
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Stilwater Music welcomes new full-time instructor
Stuarddu1-i-syn Many in the Durango community know Stuard through his teaching positions, as well as his performances. Most recently, he was the co-director of bands at St. Columba School and…
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Comfort Keepers of Durango celebrates National Day of Joy
Comfort Keepers of Durango believes that no matter someone’s age, experiencing daily moments of joy is critical for maintaining physical health, mental health and overall well-being. Seniors want the same…
Health
Locals complete hyperbaric medical team training
This 40-hour training included information on the history of the medical uses of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, medical research and protocols presented by doctors in the field, and clinical procedures. Glass…
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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory exploring sale of company
2019 net income decreases 24.5% to $2.2 million
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Chainless Brewing opens on north Main in Durango
New restaurant and brewery planned as hub for cycling community
The Tourism Effect
Visit Durango embarks on new initiatives for 2019
Suzanne Harrisondu1-i-syn Refreshing the brand was the first step. Think of a brand refresh as a new haircut – a new look and feel. Visit Durango is grateful to the…
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Lavender farming takes root on Western Slope
Owner Paola Legarre walks through her lavender rows on her Palisade farm on June 19, 2019.Stephanie Wolf/CPR News Paola Legarre has run those fragrant fields for 14 years, and starting…
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US long-term mortgage rates fall; 30-year loan at 3.73%
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate on the benchmark 30-year mortgage fell to 3.73% from 3.84% last week. By contrast, a year ago the rate stood at…
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Riverview Animal Hospital to open new urgent care clinic
The clinic will offer same day urgent care and walk-in appointments for any person who has a sick or injured cat or dog from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday…
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Best Kind Ferments to offer local products
Best Kind Ferments currently makes four products: kimchi, turmeric kraut, ginger kraut and traditional sauerkraut. All are produced in Durango and are currently being sold at Nature’s Oasis and Durango…
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Fraley named to Behavioral Health Task Force
Fraleydu1-i-syn This task force will evaluate Colorado’s behavioral health system and author a statewide, strategic blueprint to reform the system with the goal of enabling every Coloradan experiencing behavioral health…
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Pediatric Partners of the Southwest promotes Micki Archuletta
Archulettadu1-i-syn In her new position, Archelutta will manage vaccine ordering and delivery, including the federally funded Vaccines for Children program. VFC provides vaccines at no cost to children who might…
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Pediatric Partners of the Southwest promotes Mandy Temple
Templedu1-i-syn In her new position, Temple will provide patient and family care support and pediatric home services, including PPSW portal and tele-medicine home visit access. Temple will be primarily located…
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Ignacio Family Dollar approved to sell beer
Local liquor stores worry about added competition