I was not only appalled but concerned by the behavior exhibited Tuesday during President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address. I have been taught that whether you agree or…
In response to a letter on Feb. 1, headlined, “Shady billing practices at Centura-Mercy,” I, too, am highly suspicious of Centura’s billing practices. I have Medicare B as well as…
Based on a guest column on Sunday in The Durango Herald and online in The Journal, what rock is Bill Roberts living under? I grew up in the ’40s/’50s. Nostalgia?…
Would you like Tico Time Resort RV Park in your backyard? That’s what’s on the line for neighboring communities in Animas Valley. Roberts RV Resorts have been in business 50…
Volunteers of America Colorado prides itself on being a great community partner. We support people experiencing homelessness, provide shelter for those fleeing domestic violence, create affordable housing and ensure older…
Nationwide, just about every police department uses body cameras, including the five Black Memphis officers who recently wore them. Yet, all irresponsibly killed a Black man 80 yards from his…
The proposed 306 RV Park in Animas Valley is a very big deal. This project will have an impact on the character and peaceful environment of the valley for generations.…
The development proposal Roberts Resorts RV Park (PL 20222059) before the La Plata County Planning Commission would place 257 luxury RVs, plus 49 luxury cottages alongside the Animas River at…
Mick Souder I like snow. I get all excited when a storm is coming. I sit by the window with a hot beverage and watch the snow as it is…
“Newspeak” in the novel “1984” meant ambiguous, euphemistic language used chiefly in political propaganda. The leftist media in the West is attempting to do its part in helping our American…
Steve Mandelldu1-i-syn At times, it seems we can’t heal what divides us. Sixty-six% of Americans believed that the political divide increased during the previous year, according to an August 2022…
In their never ending search for revenues, Centura-Mercy Hospital providers now resort to shady billing practices. They disregard Medicare claims that disallow their bills and specify that patients are not…
Wowsers! I’m doing back flips, jumping up and down nonstop after hearing the announcement made by President Tom Stritikus that Fort Lewis College will soon offer a program for Bachelor…
I recently read in The Colorado Sun that Centura-Mercy Hospital will stop providing tubal ligation services to women who, after a Caesarean section, decide they do not want more children.…
I found myself humming the old Cole porter song “Anything Goes” this week, while reading about committee assignments exacted from House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in exchange for his gavel. In…
I am writing to share my objections to the RV park La Plata County is considering approving on Trimble Lane. This project will negatively impact quality of life in the…
We have serious issues to address in our country, none which will present a simple inexpensive quick solution. U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert has continued her barely successful political strategy of…
Concerning the planned “luxury RV park“ at Trimble Lane – has the county made a condition of the development that the owner (Scott Roberts) grant a permanent public easement to…
I am impressed with Carter Roger’s plan to run for Durango’s City Council. I like his intention to work “from the bottom up” and – hoping if he wins –…
Barbara McLachlan We are having deep, thought-provoking discussions about the economy in the General Assembly this year, determining ways to help hardworking Coloradans navigate the financial hurdles they face. Progress…
I am writing in response to a letter in the Jan 18 edition of The Journal. Like other rational Republicans, I am disgusted and shamed by the behavior of my…
So much snow! Well, at least we aren’t on fire and thank God for that. The news story about snow removal woes was right on target. I think I was…
I am a retired judge from Archuleta County. While I have not observed former Judge Anne Woods as a judge, she appeared before me several times and was professional. The…
A recent article by Stacy Schiff in the Smithsonian Magazine (October 2022) focused on one of our Founding Fathers, Samuel Adams. Schiff describes him as: “Deeply idealistic – a moral…
People, stop it! Just stop it! Stop calling a 300-square feet studio apartment that rents for $1,500 affordable! Take that amount and let’s throw in electricity, water, sewer and trash,…
The minor use land permit application for the Roberts Resorts RV Park (PL 20220259) has not been submitted correctly. The application should be for a “Tiny Home Community” or “Manufactured…
Is it just me or was the information about the new River Roost Apartments stunning? It’s $1,500 for a month’s rent for a 267 to 314 square-foot studio apartment. If…
At the risk of repeating myself, the seemingly unregulated residential developments paving over local farms and ranches will put unnecessary stress on our water supplies. Sure, we’ve had several days…
A Nobel Peace prize for his work in nanotechnology? His distinguished service in Vietnam? Losing his mother in the 9-11 terrorist attacks? Losing his father on the Titanic? His plan…
I recently read an article concerning the reelected U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert, which stated her zany attitude, beliefs and representation for the 3rd Congressional District. I quote, “This is because…
