Business
PET POWER RISING – “In the Dog House” has a new meaning
Traditionally, real estate Brokers advised pet-owners to put away their pet’s belongings in preparation of a showing, but the new trend is showing that pets have become a plus in marketing a home. Pet power is on the rise! According to the Jan/Feb 2016 edition of REALTORMAG, currently 65% of households own a pet, which is up from 56% in 1988. A record-breaking 79 million U.S. households now own a pet and 83% of pet-owners consider...
WE’VE BEEN NAMED AGAIN!
Durango, CO has been named one of the top 10 cities in the U.S. with perfect weather. We came in 5th. 1. Los Angeles, CA 2. Honolulu, HI 3. Galveston, TX 4. Kill Devil Hills, NC 5. DURANGO, CO 6. Key West, FL 7. Wilmington, DE 8. Athens, GA 9. San Francisco, CA 10. Baton Rouge, LA If you would like to own a piece of paradise, we can help. www.HomesInDurango.com Like us on Facebook Durango Real...
GOOD NEWS FOR CONDO BUYERS!
According to Knight Kiplinger we’ve got easier financing coming on condominiums. Most condo buyers cannot obtain FHA financing because the FHA cannot extend a loan to a buyer for a unit in a condo complex unless at least half of the units are owner occupied. Kiplinger says Congress seems inclined to lower that threshold, making more buildings eligible. This would be a boon for first time buyers and condo sellers. Let us guide...
BID announces 2016 Special Events Grant Program
BID announces 2016 Special Events Grant Program Funding available for marketing to potential out-of-area attendees Durnago, CO – The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) has opened its 2016 Special Events Grant Program. Special event organizers planning public events in Downtown Durango or in the North Main Ave. area are invited to apply. “The BID’s Special Events Grant Program is designed to provide financial support and...
Five Steps For Success In Buying Real Estate
The new year is underway, and perhaps this is the year you have been considering the purchase of a home. Without a doubt, this is one of life’s biggest and most exciting purchases. It’s the “American Dream” to own a home, generally a solid investment, and offers stability to you and your family in the way of a place to live. While there are many positive benefits, it may be easy to feel overwhelmed with the process, and even where to...
Steamworks: A Casual and Unique Durango Dining Experience
It’s no secret that Durango offers a multitude of restaurants. The variety and options make eating out in town an adventure, no matter what type of food you prefer! In addition, Durango has also seen extreme growth in the craft beer industry. So where can you combine these two items and have an all-around great meal? One of the popular options for locals and visitors alike is Steamworks Brewing Company. Located at 801 East Second...
La Plata County Real Estate: How Did 2015 Finish?
The December La Plata County real estate numbers are out, which means we now have the final year-end results for La Plata County real estate. After a few slow months this fall, we have been interested to see how the end of the year concludes. With 80 total sales for the month of December, it was a comparable month to the previous two Decembers (both 2014 and 2013 had 81 total sales for the month of December). That’s a solid month,...
A Road Map to Your Financial Report WorkShop
A Road Map to Your Financial Report Durango, CO – The Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center and Southwest Colorado Community College present a workshop entitled A Road Map to Your Financial Report. According to the New York Times, 3 out of the top 5 reasons for business failure are associated with finances. “You cannot be in control of your business if you do not know what is going on. With bad numbers or no numbers, a...
Tourism Recovers in Wake of Mine Spill
The Gold King Mine spill in August generated more than four million dollars in negative publicity worldwide. Find out what local tourism authorities are doing to counteract the story. Learn how you can save hundreds of dollars shopping locally in 2016. And a Navajo Cabinet-Maker uses his craft to help families cope with the death and burial of their loved ones.
Trail Magic – Crossing the Bridge
Seven years ago, I crossed the same bridge I stand upon now, both figuratively and literally. Looking back upon completing this circle 9000 miles from home, I realize this decision has been one of the most influential of my life. That being, to humbly submit myself to the unknown, and dance with it… Again, emphasizing the title of this series, “Trail Magic”… I’ve traveled through time, lost myself to the...
Noel night on December 4, 2015
Noel Night 2015 Durango, CO – On December 4, over 90 downtown merchants will be participating in Noel Night. It actually lasts all day and participating members have created their own store incentives including discounts, refreshments, entertainment and more. Sponsored by Local First, which is a non-profit organization comprised of locally owned, independent businesses in La Plata County. Now, I know I am supposed to shop local...
New Owner Steps in as Purgatory Celebrates it’s 50th!
Durango Mountain Resort announces that James Coleman, a local Durango businessman, finalized the purchase of the resort operations (not the real estate) on February 25, 2015. In honor of Purgatory’s 50th anniversary (resort was founded in 1965), Coleman will re-launch the popular “retro” logo with the red and white inverted triangles. Coleman grew up skiing at Purgatory. Coleman’s resort portfolio includes four southwest ski areas: ...
La Plata County Election Results
It’s a monument to the area’s mining history, a source of green energy, and a living museum. After more than a hundred years of producing electricity, the Tacoma Power Plant is still going strong. Looking for an investment opportunity? La Plata County Treasurer Allison Morrissey suggests delinquent property taxes. Find out why… And say good-bye to Fall with an airplane ride over the San Juan Mountains. These...
Starting Your Business Workshop
Starting Your Business Durango, CO – The Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center and 1st SouthWest Bank are sponsoring a half day workshop, Starting Your Business on Thursday, November 12, 2015 at the Durango Public Library Program Room. Starting a business can be challenging and uncertain. This course is designed to help you navigate through the steps you need to take to start a successful business. Presenters include...
That’s Durango! Finding a Way to Change the Reputation of a Small Town
Everyone was late all the time. Kelly Spitzer, a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker, started showing houses in Durango and many of her potential clients would arrive up to 45 minutes late. “I was talking to people about that, and they said, oh that’s Durango,” explained Kelly. “I said no, that’s just rude. We all have busy lives, and I can’t just wait 45 minutes for people to show up.” After hearing about similar experiences with...
South Dakota Tribe to Open Nation’s 1st Marijuana Resort
By REGINA GARCIA CANO FLANDREAU, S.D. (AP) — The Santee Sioux tribe has already proven its business acumen, running a successful casino, a 120-room hotel and a 240-head buffalo ranch on the plains of South Dakota. But those enterprises have not been immune to competition and the lingering effects of the Great Recession, so the small tribe of 400 is undertaking a new venture — opening the nation’s first marijuana resort on its...
2015 Governor’s Award for Outstanding Individual Contribution to Colorado Tourism
Carrie Whitley Wins State Tourism Award Colorado Tourism Office Honors Whitley for Tourism Contributions Durango, CO – The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is proud to announce its Sales Manager, Carrie Whitley as the winner of the 2015 Governor’s Award for Outstanding Individual Contribution to Colorado Tourism. This award is given annually to an individual in recognition of his/her contributions to the promotion and...
Craft Beer Industry May Be in Danger
A potential ballot initiative by out-of-town grocery chains could threaten the health of the craft beer industry. Find out why . . . Do you exercise at work? Local business owners explain how on-the-job wellness programs help the bottom line. And more than 90 artists from throughout the country are expected for teh 21st annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival.
Community Emergency Relief
Steamworks/El Moro to raise funds for community emergency relief Percentage of sales on Sept. 2 at both restaurants to be given to CERF Durango, CO – To help support community members who were impacted by the contamination/closure of the Animas River, Steamworks Brewing Co. and El Moro Spirits and Tavern will donate 10 percent of revenues from sales at both restaurants on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015 to the Community Emergency Relief Fund...
LPEA contributes to Emergency Fund
LPEA Round Up Foundation contributes to emergency fund Donation of $4,000 to assist community members impacted by Animas River contamination Durango, CO – The La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Round Up Foundation has granted $4,000 to the Community Emergency Relief Fund (CERF) organized by the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and the Community Foundation serving Southwest Colorado to assist those employees facing...
Durango Herald News
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