- July 26, 2021
- Posted by: Stratford Team
- Category: Business
Signs around Craig that point out the city’s attractions, like this one at Yampa Avenue and Victory Way, have received positive feedback, according to Visit Moffat County.
Cuyler Meade / Craig Press
Interstate 70 is more than 60 miles south of Craig across rugged terrain.
But when the east-west thoroughfare that bisects the state is shut down due to mudslides in Glenwood Canyon, the impact is felt close to home.
Craig residents couldn’t help but notice the increased traffic last week, but even on lighter days, businesses take note of the uptick in out-of-town guests.
“Mostly I’m seeing a bunch of faces I don’t normally see,” said Danny Griffith, owner of J.W. Snack’s along Victory Way.
Victory Way is also U.S. Highway 40 and is a critical detour route for travelers when I-70 is closed.
“Some of them are mad as hell because it’s 150 miles out of their way,” said Dennis Otis, owner of Cool Water…
