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Spoiling for Canada fight, U.S. dairies push for Trump deal

Blame Canada. That’s what U.S. farmers say about some of the bubbling gluts weighing on the milk market, and they are eager for President Donald Trump to do something about it. Wh...

DATE: Feb 21, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Burger King, Tim Hortons owner adding Popeyes to holdings

The Associated Press NEW YORK – The parent company of Burger King and Tim Hortons is buying Popeyes for $1.8 billion, with plans to accelerate the growth of the fried chicken chai...

DATE: Feb 21, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Seasons to host annual fundraiser Feb. 22

The eighth annual “Burning down the House” fundraiser will be 5:30-10 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 at Seasons Rotisserie and Grill, 764 Main Ave. The event will benefit the 100 Club, w...

DATE: Feb 20, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Oohs & Aahs set to close as owner nears retirement

Shop filled high-end home decor niche

DATE: Feb 19, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County building codes to take on tiny house provisions

County seeks to adopt new tiny house building standards

DATE: Feb 19, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

More home sale agreements falling apart

Spending months to find the perfect home in your price range, only to have your mortgage application rejected or a home inspection turn up expensive repairs, is a nightmare – one that is com...

DATE: Feb 17, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Region 9 announces ‘Lender of the Year’

The Region 9 Economic Development District of Southwest Colorado awarded Tom White, commercial lender at Bank of the San Juans, its “Lender of the Year” award. White started his ...

DATE: Feb 16, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Gervais & Associates hires new tax professional

Gervais & Associates recently hired Kevin Smith. Smith received a degree in business administration from the University of Florida and an MBA from the University of South Florida....

DATE: Feb 16, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Animas Detail opens new location

Animas Detail is now open by appointment at its new location at 1713 County Road 203. To schedule an appointment, call 903-7267. ...

DATE: Feb 16, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

New housing starts fall across U.S.

WASHINGTON – U.S. builders broke ground on fewer homes last month, led by a drop in apartment construction. The number of new housing starts declined 2.6 percent in January to a s...

DATE: Feb 16, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Main Avenue buildings may be redeveloped

Structures in 1100 block date to about 1900

DATE: Feb 15, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Optimism among homebuilders weakens

U.S. homebuilders are feeling a bit less confident this month, reflecting a dimmer outlook for sales in the months ahead and fewer would-be buyers dropping by builders’ sales offices. ...

DATE: Feb 15, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

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.