Opinion & Letters to the Editor

McLachlan does what’s best for 59th
Letters to the Editor

McLachlan does what’s best for 59th

September 27, 2014

Another reason I am supporting Rep. McLachlan is on the same day it was announced that our school would be receiving the funding, my friend received a mailing from J.…

Chasing ‘big boxes’ hurts middle class
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Chasing ‘big boxes’ hurts middle class

September 27, 2014

For Durango to be successful we must solicit and develop to the desires of the “big box”? If the adage an increased tide of economic activity raises all of our…

No one tops Bobby Lieb’s qualifications
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No one tops Bobby Lieb’s qualifications

September 27, 2014

Over the years, we have been impressed with the time and talent that Bobby has dedicated to our community in so many ways, up to and including his service as…

Independents really control elections
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Independents really control elections

September 27, 2014

All the parties have good and bad people and ideas. Are the Republicans/Libertarians/tea party always the good politicians who are always correct while the Democrats are all bad people who…

Kansas reader likes her Times
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Kansas reader likes her Times

September 25, 2014

I’m always delighted when it arrives in the mail. Keep up the good work!! If I was local I would love to do a column!! Selma Tacker Muscotah, Kansas

Wolves are howling in gratitude
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Wolves are howling in gratitude

September 25, 2014

We are impressed and truly honored by the response we received: Everyone we asked for help said yes. People that weren’t asked approached us at the event, and offered their…

Today’s edition has new look
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Today’s edition has new look

September 25, 2014

I’m sure you’ve noticed that today’s paper has a new look. This is the result of our search for a solution to the rising production costs to newspapers across the…

Come join us this weekend!
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Come join us this weekend!

September 25, 2014

For 15 years, Bayfield Heritage Days and Sheep Trailing has kicked off fall with a fun, family event that welcomes both our locals and visitors to downtown Bayfield. We would…

Measuring the growth of our economy
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Measuring the growth of our economy

September 25, 2014

For 2014, we are still on the June 30, 2012, level of value based on sales trended to that date. In a year-to-year comparison, we have seen an 8.7 percent…

Mike McLachlan supports clean energy
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Mike McLachlan supports clean energy

September 25, 2014

I especially appreciate McLachlan’s understanding that we need to move into the energy economy of the future. He knows we have vast energy resources in Colorado – not just gas,…

Catch League’s candidate forum Oct. 9
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Catch League’s candidate forum Oct. 9

September 25, 2014

Those attending the forum will be able to ask written questions of the candidates. For those unable to attend, the forum will be televised live on City Span 10, rebroadcast…

Gardner’s record on environment terrible
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Gardner’s record on environment terrible

September 25, 2014

Gardner’s environmental record in Congress is abysmal. First of all, he is a fervent climate-change denier. Gardner was one of at least a dozen Republicans on the House Energy &…

Lieb has skills to manage treasurer job
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Lieb has skills to manage treasurer job

September 25, 2014

Hands down, Bobby Lieb is the candidate with those qualifications. An examination of Bobby’s career path transitioning from successful private business experience to county commissioner demonstrates that he has the…

Monument land
Editorials

Monument land

September 25, 2014

Montezuma County takes awkward stance on legitimate transaction

Iraq scenario akin to Groundhog Day
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Iraq scenario akin to Groundhog Day

September 25, 2014

In the decade before he nominated himself as vice president on the Bush presidential ticket, Cheney had been attempting to get the United States to invade Iraq so as to…

Keep Hermosa bill true to the original
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Keep Hermosa bill true to the original

September 25, 2014

The Hermosa Creek Workgroup (a diverse group of local stakeholders) worked for years to chart a path forward for managing the Hermosa Creek watershed, and I was proud to participate…

Imposter posing as Cory Gardner
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Imposter posing as Cory Gardner

September 24, 2014

In another instance, the imposter is promoting contraceptives for all. The real Cory would again want it known that he has been a rock-solid supporter of the state and national…

Dismiss top-down Hermosa bill change
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Dismiss top-down Hermosa bill change

September 24, 2014

Anyone who has visited Hermosa Creek knows that it is not a typical “ice and rock” wilderness. Instead, it is a valley that supports critical habitat for many animals, including…

Morrissey’s experience will help county
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Morrissey’s experience will help county

September 24, 2014

I am writing in support of Allison Morrissey for county treasurer. I worked with Allison for two years. I know how dedicated and conscientious she is. I have firsthand knowledge…

Retain Jann Smith as county coroner
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Retain Jann Smith as county coroner

September 24, 2014

Jann Smith has served 28 years in the La Plata County coroner’s office as deputy, chief deputy and as coroner. She was deputy coroner under the guidance of Dr. Carol…

City projects
Editorials

City projects

September 24, 2014

Prioritizing is no easy task, but expenditures must make sense

Calm traffic on Columbine and Arroyo
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Calm traffic on Columbine and Arroyo

September 24, 2014

Although originally planned in the 1950s for light residential use, both streets are now used as arteries to access growing adjacent neighborhoods. The construction of high-density, multi-family housing and new…

Schirard supporters using crony politics
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Schirard supporters using crony politics

September 24, 2014

I worked in law enforcement for several years in this community, and my support is for Sean Smith. I have read many letters from Duke Schirard supporters and can tell…

Ballot issues
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Ballot issues

September 22, 2014

statutory constitutional changes are worthy of close reading