Not only do we have that individual in Diane Mitsch Bush for Congress but we also have a truly extraordinary candidate. Diane has smart, well-thought-out policy positions. She actually reads…
I am retired from the USDA Forest Service and I support multiple use. I’ve also come to the opinion that the San Juan National Forest’s greatest priority is watershed protection…
The library faces a steep decline in revenue due to falling oil and gas income and to the way property taxes are calculated in Colorado. Library staff manages the organization…
I didn’t either. But I looked into it a little, and there are at least two reasons why we should care about who holds this office. Protection of voter privacy:…
The urgency of Kavanaugh’s seat on the highest court in our country is crystal clear to anyone with half a brain. Midterm elections are coming very soon and the overwhelming…
One of the issues I find most concerning is climate change. We have seen the effects locally with the 416 Fire. Our warming temperatures and drought contributed to the 416…
Rep. Tipton co-sponsored the Concealed Carry Act of 2017 to allow anyone able to carry a concealed weapon in a state with little or no regulations to carry it legally…
Hi, Mr. Wainwright. I think I speak for almost every local Democrat in assuring you that we don’t hate you, and we try not to hate anybody. I admit that…
Hi, Mr. Wainwright. I think I speak for almost every local Democrat in assuring you that we don’t hate you, and we try not to hate anybody. I admit that…
Snarky. This is the kind of communication that inflames our present deep cultural, social and political divisiveness and thwarts any kind of reasonable dialogue. Salye Stein Durango
Congratulations. That little slab was placed to accommodate a memorial for one of Durango’s most vaunted citizens. His name was Terry, and, man! He would have had some choice words…
Snarky. This is the kind of communication that inflames our present deep cultural, social and political divisiveness and thwarts any kind of reasonable dialogue. Salye Stein Durango
Congratulations. That little slab was placed to accommodate a memorial for one of Durango’s most vaunted citizens. His name was Terry, and, man! He would have had some choice words…
It’s as easy as getting on Google and typing in “La Plata County senior services.” From there you can visit the website to access information and services provided by our…
Recently the Trump Administration and EPA’s Andrew Wheeler have decided to weaken the methane rules, which were previously protected by former president Obama. Methane is a key greenhouse gas. Although…
Jim Horn of Russel Engineering explained the plan to reduce College Dr. down to 3 lanes (2-lanes + a center turn lane). Also included would be; bike lanes on each…
I would ask anyone who is tempted to be dismissive of the allegations to more closely examine what the accusers are saying. Christine Blasey Ford’s very detailed account accuses Kavanaugh…
Especially Bush for congress, we need to be one step closer to having that Ph. D. candidate from charm school, that bastion of truth and knowledge, Nancy Pelosi, running the…
To me, the Democrats, whether they be local or national, want one thing in particular, more of your money. Thank goodness for TABOR. It gives us the right to vote…
When I asked that question of Diane Mitsch Bush, candidate for the 3rd Congressional District, she replied simply, “We do!“ In the upcoming midterm election, we’re fortunate to have a…
That’s when the newly elected representatives and senators take the oath of office to serve all the American people (you remember: the common good?) and not just the special interests…
It’s time that CD3 replace Scott Tipton with a real representative. One who has pledged to not take any corporate PAC money. Who has a proven record of working “across…
Well, I have a confession to make; I don’t pay for my kids to do sports. Personally, I couldn’t care less about what sport they do. So, if I am…
Charles Hamby, running against Sheriff Sean Smith, noted how critical respect for the sheriff’s office is, and he is right. When I taught GED classes at the jail in 2000–2003,…
We don’t need to stand on the sidelines as we suffer drought, ensuing fires, low rivers, and more. We needn’t leave the future of our beloved planet to politicians. Most…
Wages are growing too slowly, and many people need to work two jobs to make ends meet. Meanwhile, the biggest U.S. companies have spent $250 billion buying back their own…
We are dedicating the Miniature Tree Garden on Friday, Sept. 28 and will be thanking our very generous donors, supporters, and most especially, our nursery partners, Native Roots,and Durango Nursery…
For residential properties, the tax proposed equates to an increase of $38.88 per year per $100,000 actual value. For a $400,000 home this equals an increase in property tax of…
Colorado elections are so easy, just mail in your ballot. Need to register? If you have a Colorado drivers license or ID, simply register or update your address or information…
