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Mountain towns tighten their belts as pandemic-fueled tourism high starts declining

Colorado’s mountain towns, once overcrowded with out-of-towners fleeing their homes in the pandemic, are now planning for fewer people, fewer booked hotels and less spending. Most are expect...

How is Durango’s winter economy faring amid dry spell?

Season’s not over, but it is ‘certainly a little worrisome,’ local business leader says

Texas real estate firm purchases Confluence at Three Springs apartments

Second acquisition in Durango by Olympus Property

Rising costs, fewer stable jobs make ‘ski bum’ lifestyle tougher in Durango

Workers say ski industry jobs help, but low pay and weak benefits challenge lifestyle

Resilient U.S. consumers drive strongest economic expansion in 2 years

WASHINGTON – The U.S. economy grew at a surprisingly strong 4.3% annual rate in the third quarter, the most rapid expansion in two years, driven by consumers who continue to spend in the fac...

In Colorado town built on coal, some families are moving on, even as Trump tries to boost industry

Craig residents have always been entrepreneurial and that spirit will get them through this transition, the Chamber of Commerce says. Still just about everybody here is connected to coal.

Federal Reserve cuts key rate, sees healthier economy next year

WASHINGTON – The Federal Reserve reduced its key interest rate by a quarter-point for the third time in a row Wednesday but signaled that it may leave rates unchanged in the coming months. ...

Trump says Thanksgiving dinner will cost 25% less this year. His numbers are misleading

With Thanksgiving less than three weeks away, the question of how much this year’s turkey and trimmings will cost looms large, especially with grocery prices 2.7% higher than they were in 20...

Durango downtown ambassadors point the way

2025 marks the 10th season of the program

International travel to La Plata County drops in first half of 2025

Durango official says tourism may be entering a ‘new normal’

Purgatory Resort welcomes nearly 5,000 visitors for Total Archery Challenge

Event expected to bring in $2.7 million in economic impact to La Plata County

More Durango visitors booking hotels at last minute

Trend may reflect economic caution – or a thrill of spontaneity