An example is Daniel Wilson’s advice (March 20, “Nothing prevents death except becoming a Borg”),“We need to stop fooling ourselves into thinking that a virus can be controlled.” A visit…
I want to thank her for her compassion, wisdom and tenacity. I know she has helped me and I am a better person because of her. Renee WilliamsDurango
Events act as a catalyst and create added value without changing the essence of the destination. They typically take place during the off-peak seasons, which helps contribute to developing a…
Of course it’s foolish to think we can control a virus; just look at all the Americans killed and crippled each year by smallpox and polio. Of course it’s foolish…
The Herald excuses Furntey’s crimes in part as merely “immature” and “disrespectful.” Furntey was 41 when he committed these crimes. Furtney’s crimes showed a pattern of disrespect for private property.…
Not only is he figuratively using the plight of other disadvantaged groups for his own selfish reasons, but he is also literally using the writings of minorities. Harrison has plagiarized…
Why aim so low? How about making a pitch to Disney, as their coffers are limitless. The Durango business owners would be rich, rich, rich! And the trickle-down theory would…
What’s the harm in using plastic bags, you ask? They pollute our river, our parks, our city. They degrade into tiny particles that contaminate our water and food chain. They…
Jessika’s honesty and no-nonsense approach will bring transparency and accountability to City Council, and her hustle and work ethic will ensure that it is focused and efficient. Jessika’s leadership will…
Few know that Melissa Youssef convinced me to run for council, though my family and coworkers were opposed. There’s nothing like politics to challenge a friendship and we soon found…
I’ve know Olivier Bosmans for over a decade and he stands out for his unique set of skills. As an engineer and business owner, Olivier will bring much-needed financial and…
There have only been a few board members, over the years, to do considerable research on the myriad issues that come before the boards. Seth Furtney is one of those…
I have known Jessika both personally and professionally for 15 years and throughout all this time, she has demonstrated an exceptional ability to accomplish an extraordinary amount. Everything she does…
Furtney’s extreme behavior in this incident shows a tendency toward impatience, rage and temper tantrums in the face of adversity. This combination proves to everyone that Furtney is not fit…
I have known Jessika for years – personally and professionally – and while there are numerous assets of hers that will benefit the City of Durango, the one that stands…
If you want another person on the council who is smart, has extensive experience in mediation, intensely studies city issues, and understands what process with integrity means, then you should…
What exactly is sustainable tourism? One thing it is not is more of them. Residents benefit from tourists in terms of having access to a wide variety of restaurants. And…
This has created many issues for the residents of Rockwood and surrounding area and has compromised the integrity of the infrastructure of CR 200. Once again, the train is scheduled…
Seth Furtney in one such person. Seth is running for City Council because he loves Durango and want to keep it a wonderful place to live, work and play. He…
This is why we are wholeheartedly endorsing Seth Furtney for City Council. Seth has served as a Parks and Recreation board member for the past five years. He has been…
On March 10, Visit Durango released an ad campaign labeled “Durango Tourism Matters,’’, which co-opted the language of the Civil Rights Movement “Black Lives Matter.’’ When this was brought to…
Running shorter trips, they can run more trains per day, save cost on fuel and maintenance, while charging the same ticket price, thus increasing their profits. This decision is bad…
This is the absurdity of mask mandates. Each of us, in the pursuit of life and happiness, should continue the right to go about our lives – without mask mandates.…
I am writing in response to comments made by City Council candidate Seth Furtney to the Durango Herald. Furtney was videotaped destroying my father’s fences, but now attempts to rationalize…
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My vote goes to the contingent of Mellisa Youssef, for her council experience and ability to truly listen to our community; Frank Lockwood, for his training in law, conflict resolution…
She has raised a family here and been a moving force behind the school systems, the nonprofits, the medical providers, the response to COVID-19, the local businesses, the professionals, and…
