Cost of living instills economic pessimism in Southwest Colorado residents Economists break down what the state and county economies looked like in 2023 January 10, 2024
Colorado job market still has some weak spots because of interest rates A now-hiring sign is outside the Corner Bakery Cafe at the Streets of Southglenn mall in Centennial. (Tamara Chuang/The Colorado… November 20, 2023
Report examines economic impact of Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument Visitation triples and boosts Las Cruces economy September 18, 2023
A new report helps Colorado mountain towns navigate growth challenges Report maps out a way communities can escape confounding stresses in rural, amenity-rich regions May 31, 2023
After losing jobs in January, Colorado’s job market picked back up in February The state added 6,200 nonfarm jobs last month. March 25, 2023
New spring market announced for Cortez Small vendor cooperative teams up with Cliffrose Garden Center for mini-outdoor market on east end of town March 9, 2023
New pellet mill in Mancos is subsidiary of Aspen Wood Products Mesa Verde Pellets will produce aspen and wood pellets for heating and animal bedding February 18, 2023
U.N. forecasts fall in global economic growth to 1.9% in 2023 Economies in European Union are forecast to grow by just 0.2% January 25, 2023
Southwest Colorado’s unemployment rate rebounds; housing and labor present concerns Cost of living is impacting employers’ ability to recruit young talent January 10, 2023
Avian flu wreaks more havoc in Colorado egg layers and wild birds Worst-ever outbreak leads to slaughter of 6 million-plus chickens and has killed enough eagles and other raptors to raise wildlife… January 9, 2023
New report downplays economic impact of Colorado’s oil and gas industry As energy transition continues, oil and gas jobs account for less than 1% of total state employment January 9, 2023
The cannabis industry is facing its longest downturn yet, with no end in sight After years of growth, the industry has logged 17 straight months of decline December 22, 2022
Colorado’s economy is likely to slow even more in 2023, researchers say State is expected to add about 57,000 jobs next year December 6, 2022
OECD forecast: High rates, inflation will slow world growth Workers ride on a beam hanging from a crane at the construction site of a residential high rise building in… November 22, 2022
Economists: Southern Colorado looks headed for a recession Humanity faces three massive and historic transitions at the same time September 3, 2022
Watery OJ and dollar store bread: How some Coloradans survive inflation Ahead of elections, inflation and the economy came out as clear concerns August 4, 2022
Silverton sees strong start to summer season After the pandemic, the town and development groups make a push to reshape the local economy July 11, 2022
Southwest Colorado’s farmers adapt to rising prices Inflation, war in Ukraine and the pandemic have led to increases in fertilizers, feed June 10, 2022
Residential gas bills to jump 26% next month in Southwest Colorado Volatility in energy markets created by pandemic and war in Ukraine are behind the rise May 21, 2022
Can Colorado solidify itself as the ‘heart of the outdoor recreation economy’? Q&A: Conor Hall discusses what to do about trade shows leaving Denver April 4, 2022
How grant writers use storytelling to capture their audiences’ attention and money Region 9 Economic Development Center hires first full-time grant writer March 23, 2022
Director touts new Cortez department to address economic recovery Rachael Marchbanks heads new department March 12, 2022
Montezuma County gives green light to new USDA processing plant south of Cortez Facility will have capacity for up to 200 animals per month; economic boost expected to area ranchers March 10, 2022
Kinder Morgan CO₂ production drops and cuts into Montezuma County revenue Loss of property taxes to county totaled $2 million; CO₂ production on the upswing for 2022 March 5, 2022
