Perhaps it is too risky for the train to take responsibility for causing the fire (exposure to lawsuits?), but the lack of assurance that this will be prevented in the…
I have lived here now for two years, and wish to be a voter who is informed and make my decision based on what I see or read about any…
Although I knew Tim was asked to run by multiple people, I could not take his claims of issues in the current treasurer’s office at face value without investigating for…
With these conditions, without rain, we know definitely that these fires were bound to happen, just as they may continue anywhere, at any time, by any means. Lacking omniscience and…
Phil is extremely capable, smart and experienced – he clerked for Justice (Ruth) Ginsberg on the U.S. Supreme Court, was dean of the University of Colorado School of Law and…
I called the newsroom and asked how, in good conscience, you could post those on your website, considering the gravity of the situation. I was told that the Herald has…
Why can’t you give credit where credit is due? Is there some rule at the Herald that you cannot run a cartoon or syndicated column that even hints at a…
He is a successful rancher and attorney (whose practice focuses on water law) so he doesn’t need a job. He is entering the race to promote the interests of the…
Many times I have glanced at a photo on the front page of the Herald and, whatever the subject matter, recognized Jerry’s handiwork instantly. Now, his art again being forged…
Our state legalized same-sex marriage back in 2008, 7 years before it was federally mandated. Additionally, we were the first state to make gender identity a protected class, and prosecute…
I have zero training in forest management, but I believe the Forest Service may want to hire me anyhow to teach them a basic fire management principle: throw a burning…
I didn’t realize the effect that you have had on my life until this past week. Since you left us, I have sensed you all around me. I have seen…
The news is especially valuable to us as property owners at Purgatory. So we thank you! Cuff Sellmeyer Farmington
I look across the valley to watch in horror as flames advance relentlessly toward homes in Hermosa and Falls Creek. And I am astounded that each time, with each wave…
Her detractors fail to recognize that audits are a standard business practice for treasurer operations, and that one plowing for one snowstorm (remember them?) costs far more than any audit.…
I have a unique perspective on both Democratic candidates. I worked with Tim at the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) for three years. He and I were an effective team…
But I didn’t know that. I didn’t know that as I read the multiple coverages in the Herald that delineated the accumulating expenditures for the changes that were being made…
In 2012: Scott Tipton, 53 percent – Sal Pace, 41 percent. In 2014: Scott Tipton, 58 percent – Abel Tapia, 36 percent. In 2016: Scott Tipton, 55 percent – Gail…
This is what I was told when I went to receive a card to purchase water at the fill station in Bodo. I agree with, and applaud, the city’s efforts…
Your reporting has been informative, detailed and provided a great public service to all impacted and concerned as to the status of this very difficult situation. We relied on your…
At what age can kids stay home alone (including overnight)? Is it wise to call the police on your own kids if they refuse to break up a party? And…
His competency in accounting, auditing and tight control of public funds add up to fiscal responsibility. Problems in the treasurer’s office such as a high turnover rate have cost local…
Presently, Tim is employed by the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) in a leadership role. BID is required to submit an annual budget and work plan to the city of…
I have come to know Tim Walsworth, BID’s Executive Director, over the past year. While all BID businesses will miss Tim if he becomes the La Plata County Treasurer, our…
Here’s why: I could cite all the typical boring reasons like solid ethics, high integrity, professional conduct and intelligence – all of which are obviously true, but I’m writing today…
In this episode, homeless people begin swarming into the town of South Park. Kyle feels bad for the homeless and gives $20 to a man, who then promptly asks for…
In addition to the health risks to humans (especially children, the elderly and the immune-compromised), the product is extremely toxic to fish, aquatic invertebrates and bees. Since houses are so…
Regardless of what is determined as the official cause, the unprecedented drought conditions make it highly undesirable to allow coal-fired steam locomotives to continue to run through the forests in…
