And what is wrong with our policing the way it is now? Enforcing the law and protecting our citizens is their job. They do it very well. Having additional help…
He’s always been a globalist, a strong supporter of NAFTA and the TPP. He created a friendly atmosphere for multinational corporations in Delaware from where they could ship jobs overseas…
Charly has served on the La Plata County Planning Commission for over six years and he’s done a great job being a voice for residents throughout the county. Charly’s word…
Although the process is not yet over (we still have to finalize employment agreements), the unanimous Durango City Council decision to offer this position to Jose Madrigal is a giant…
Lankford stated that the goal is to provide an “average” of 70% of the wages earned while working. Some may receive more than they had earned, some may receive less;…
I can’t think of a worse place to put it. Instead of the lovely, open green space at the cemetery entrance, visitors will see a combination of fences, tents, buildings…
“Diversity” is the new code-speak for “racial quotas”; it overrides the work and efforts of many people (“meritocracy”) in order to satisfy a trendy desire for “diversity,” “equity”, and so…
However, if you refuse to wear a mask, we would rather you go home. Remember, a mask is worn to protect others, and I don’t appreciate those who are selfish…
During his pitiful bid for president, Hickenlooper said he didn’t want the job. Then his lips said something else after a few meetings with Sen. Chuck Schumer. How independent a…
Imagine a country where people with guns show up at a candlelight vigil. Imagine a country where the current administration has had over 400 people quit because they refuse to…
Modeling complex systems is extremely difficult and 100% accuracy is near impossible, but the science of modeling the impacts of climate change and the science of climate change are two…
Couldn’t the same be said for Lauren Boebert, who is running for congress in Colorado? She reopened her Rifle restaurant while others displayed respect, decency and sacrifice by keeping their…
This scam ensures Durango’s liberal voting bloc decides the outcome of every commissioner election. So why in “blue” blazes would you be surprised the Republicans won’t bother putting forward candidates?…
This almost happened, Durango. But thanks to the transparent leadership of City Councilors Kim Baxter and Barbara Noseworthy, we have a new, highly qualified city manager (“Durango offers city manager…
After $65 million, it still smells like sewage. Didn’t they promise us that it would be all right to keep it at the same location because it won’t smell? Maybe…
First, she asked the question “What can I do?” She conducted a systemic audit of her Pine River library’s systems to uncover possible instances in which racism might take place.…
Those who are unbothered by the deaths of unarmed Black people need to give the middle finger to these dangerous protesters, and to call them Nazis. They need to show…
Everyone should acknowledge that the government bears the responsibility to protect its citizens against threats, foreign and domestic. If restrictions are perceived to be for the common good, they are…
First, state publicly that the election should be postponed. Think of the best reason you can. Don’t worry that it’s not a good reason. It’s planting the idea in people’s…
Imagine a U.S. in which people who exercise rights that do not conform to the radical left agenda are victimized. Imagine a U.S. where the vocal minority demands that law…
They need help to solve their problem with the Walmart bus stop that is shared with the Road Runner Transit. Because of trouble with a few locals, they have taken…
There were many American flags on display. One would naturally assume that the group loved this country, and I’d wager that many of them say they would do anything for…
Really? Unpacking your stuff onto a stranger’s vehicle is rude and tacky. Also, self-entitled. You need to learn some proper social skills and get over yourself. Tiffany MarsEstes Park
It would seem that Cathy Metz and her “rubber stamp” cronies on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board have once again intentionally not made attempts to purchase this property so…
It seems it would be in everyone’s best interest in Durango to return the train back to downtown where it belongs – and with it the tourists who frequent the…
Thank you so much for feeling entitled enough to use someone else’s property without permission and to then write about it in our local paper! I was taught when I…
I heard things I needed to hear and learned things I needed to learn. The three young women who led the rally were thoughtful in their message, welcoming of the…
The counterprotesters shouting “USA,” wearing guns on their hips, holding flags, presumably to say, we are the real Americans. Noticeably absent, however, was one face mask. Why is that? In…
I took off my helmet and placed it with my empty backpack on a car in the area where I was waiting. Then I heard a young woman close a…
Perhaps she let her anger get the best of her but there seems to be a disturbing pattern in our community, as the story about her appeared beside another incident…
