AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLocal Business: Boulder’s 55-year-old HB Woodsongs has a new owner, who plans to preserve the music shop’s community feel. A Colorado homeowner says a $50,000 geothermal system has made summer cooling nearly free, though the upfront cost remains steep. Jobs and Growth: Lockheed Martin plans to add up to 1,250 jobs as it expands operations in Douglas and Jefferson counties. Meanwhile, Colorado’s labor force has shrunk to its lowest level since 1979, and a state competitiveness panel has proposed a 19-point roadmap after Colorado fell 30 places in job growth. Property Market: Colorado home sales dropped 15.1% as Denver-area buyers pulled back; high borrowing costs are also pushing more households toward rentals. Small Businesses: A Denver restaurant says nearby roadwork cut sales by 30%, highlighting the toll construction can take on local shops.
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