Re-evaluation of work-life priorities drive labor shortage in Southwest Colorado

Employees share complex reasons behind job transitions

Glenwood Canyon closure will be a pain point for Colorado’s economy

Thousands of trucks delivering goods rely on corridor daily

Beer can shortage hits Durango brewers

COVID-scrambled supply chains force microbrewers to plan ahead

Healthy sales, lodgers tax point to post-COVID recovery

June sales taxes up 34% from same month in 2020

Airport’s June passenger count hits record

Lure of outdoor recreation keeps DRO running about 30% busier than national average

Dolores approves ordinance for short-term rentals

Regulations include permits, inspections, safety measures

Timber harvest project given green light by Dolores Ranger District

Final approval pending; adjustments made to preserve recreation values in Boggy Draw

SB 152 internet election is today in Cortez

Cortez voters asked to opt out of telecommunication law

Another surge in tourism expected this summer in Southwest Colorado

Early indicators suggest pent-up demand for outdoor travel

Drought saps agricultural economy in Southwest Colorado

Weak snowpack leaves McPhee Reservoir low for season

Dolores museum restores narrow-gauge freight cars

Goal is to showcase prosperous railroad history in Dolores

Young Durango bookstore owner navigates pandemic

Evan Schertz was thrust into leadership role in early 20s