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Bayfield tile import company finds success on web

The shift to online shopping, sometimes viewed as a threat to small retailers, is the foundation of Bayfield-based Mexican Tile Design’s business. Andy Kayner and his wife, Jenny...

DATE: Jan 17, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Brighten your Durango home for ‘Blue Monday,’ remainder of winter

A few design ideas can brighten up the darkest home this winter

DATE: Jan 15, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Mobile homes a welcome change for more people

When Mary Ann Ridenour and Bill Ridenour became empty nesters last year, their 3,200-square-foot home suddenly seemed superfluous. As many couples at this stage of life do, the Ri...

DATE: Jan 15, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Appaloosa Trading Co. reopens near state line on Highway 550

Business closed after 35 years last May

DATE: Jan 14, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Contractors seek payment for work on Trump D.C. hotel

WASHINGTON – Their employees installed plumbing, air conditioning, baseboards and crown molding in Donald J. Trump’s $212 million luxury Washington hotel. Afterward, they say, the...

DATE: Jan 13, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Vantiv donates to Fort Lewis College computer engineering program

New offering will start in the fall

DATE: Jan 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango residents raise concerns about proposed Camino del Rio hotel

Panel asks developers to mask height from river trail

DATE: Jan 11, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Puzder’s fast-food allies look to defend nominee from blitz

Fast-food executives are rushing to defend the record of labor secretary nominee Andy Puzder, the controversial restaurant-chain leader who Democrats are targeting for defeat over his opposi...

DATE: Jan 11, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Durango City Council proposes marijuana shop buffers

A 250-foot radius between stores could be required

DATE: Jan 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

FLC entrepreneurs invited to compete for funding

Hawk Tank business plan competition reception Thursday

DATE: Jan 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

Verizon supports San Juan Basin regional science fair

The San Juan Board of Cooperative Educational Services received a $3,500 grant from the Verizon Foundation to support the 2017 San Juan Basin regional science fair. For more infor...

DATE: Jan 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Business

La Plata County appoints director of human services

Martha Johnson was appointed as La Plata County’s director of human services on Jan. 4, succeeding Lezlie Mayer, who retired from the department Jan. 3 after 35 years. Johnson rec...

DATE: Jan 10, 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.