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Main Avenue boutique closing after almost 11 years in Durango

Changing local economy factored into decision to shutter shop

DATE: Jan 5, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Custom Window Coverings relocates

Custom Window Coverings, Inc. recently moved to 351 S. Camino del Rio, Suite G., in the Centennial shopping center. “We wanted a relaxed, helpful atmosphere where people can get i...

DATE: Jan 5, 2018 | CATEGORY: Business

Looking to compete in American Ninja Warrior? Jungle Gym DGO has you covered

New gym offers an alternative workout to CrossFit and pumping iron

DATE: Jan 3, 2018 | CATEGORY: Business

Moving in, out and around Durango

Editor’s Note: This is part two of a four-part series on the Four Pillars of a Strong Tourism Community.Last time, I described the second pillar of a strong tourism economy, which is the...

DATE: Dec 30, 2017 | CATEGORY: The Tourism Effect

Small businesses more interested in loans

Some still struggle to get loans from banks

DATE: Dec 29, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

11 business and leadership books to read in 2018

Comey’s book due out in May

DATE: Dec 29, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Mortgage rates rise sharply during holiday week

WASHINGTON – Mortgage rates have soared to their highest levels in several months. According to the latest data released Thursday by Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate average cl...

DATE: Dec 29, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Battle brews in California as recreational marijuana becomes legal

ADELANTO, Calif. – Drive by the High Desert Truck Stop, turn down a rutted road by the bail bond signs, slip behind a steel fence edged with barbed wire, and you can glimpse the future of Ca...

DATE: Dec 29, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

You’ll soon be able to watch almost all NFL games online

WASHINGTON – Football fans who want to watch National Football League games online are about to catch a big break. Starting next year, you’ll be able to watch virtually all live games, inclu...

DATE: Dec 29, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

First Southwest Bank Partners with online education program

Local bank hopes to provide financial literacy

DATE: Dec 29, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Metallics for the holidays and all winter

Trick is not going overboard, experts say

DATE: Dec 29, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

2017: Mancos rises from ashes, ends year with a bang

Town enters 2018 with hope, new business and new construction

DATE: Dec 29, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.

A solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a d...

Photos: IHBC Subaru Mountain Bike RaceCobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Cobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Sidney Andrew easily won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic women’s pro road race

Photos: IHBC men’s pro road raceCobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Cobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Photos: IHBC citizens rideIron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Photos: DHS graduationDurango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening

Durango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening