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House GOP reconciliation bill sacrifices Western resources, values and way of life

Healthy wildlife habitat, clean air and water, strong rural economies, and fiscal responsibility by our government. Who can argue about…

May 23, 2025

Local First

Local First, AI Institute at Fort Lewis College collaborate to streamline Be Local Coupon Book production

Local First has long been a champion of supporting locally owned, independent businesses to strengthen the local economy. One of…

May 21, 2025

Downtown Lowdown

Mojo Birds’ music a mix of genres

The genre that is “Afro-Peruvian-Mojo” is not household term when it comes to music terms. It does, however, remain an…

May 21, 2025

Dear Abby

Time to air out dirty laundry?

DEAR ABBY: My late husband and I were married 38 years when we finally went to marriage counseling. I found…

May 21, 2025

Opinion

For waste and inefficiency, you really can’t beat corn ethanol

Corn ethanol, also known as grain alcohol, has been burned in gasoline engines and human stomachs since before Henry Ford…

May 21, 2025

Action Line

How many miles to the top of Coal Bank?

A Colorado Department of Transportation photo of the actual 4 Mile location with a narrow shoulder and an existing safety…

May 19, 2025

Dear Abby

Husband’s mom not wanted in picture

DEAR ABBY: I have a full-time job and am in pretty good health. I have one son, “Brian,” who is…

May 18, 2025

Sports

Kelly: College basketball’s transfer portal is double-edged sword; look at FLC last season

Skyhawks men’s basketball had strong season while women struggled

May 18, 2025

Opinion

Democrats are invoking the ‘Rule of Law’ selectively and hypocritically

The continuous outrage against Donald Trump is fascinating to watch. A friend of mine who is a nationally prominent psychologist…

May 18, 2025

Opinion

EMS week recognizes the dedicated spirit of providers, mental health and funding challenges

Dialing 911 in a medical emergency is not something people expect to do, but when they do, they have expectations…

May 18, 2025

Opinion

120 days, 733 bills later, it’s good to be home and an honor to serve

The first regular session of the 75th Colorado General Assembly concluded on May 7 after our constitutionally limited 120 days.…

May 18, 2025

From the Humane Society

Do you want a ‘Save A Shelter Pet’ license plate too?

I recently bought a “Save A Shelter Pet” license plate. I was curious about what impact it actually has on…

May 16, 2025

Dear Abby

Teen endures stepmom’s harsh treatment

DEAR ABBY: My dear friend, “Sandra,” is married with two children. She and her husband have a 4-year-old son together…

May 16, 2025

Opinion

One should – and here is how to – sip single malt Scotch

The Scots are a practical and direct people. They spell whisky without an “e.” The “e” takes up ink and…

May 16, 2025

Thinking Green

Canyons of the Ancients celebrates 25 years

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the establishment of Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. Encompassing 178,000 acres of…

May 14, 2025

Downtown Lowdown

Celebrating 20 years of The Infamous Stringdusters

Happy 20th birthday to the Grammy-winning progressive bluegrass band The Infamous Stringdusters. And a way to do up 20 years…

May 14, 2025

From the Chamber

Culture drinks strategy through a boba straw

Jeff Dupont Peter Drucker famously said, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” That’s still true, but let’s update it for today’s…

May 14, 2025

Dear Abby

Seasonal soup ready for close-up

DEAR ABBY: Years ago, I purchased your recipe booklet that had a very good recipe for gazpacho (no oil in…

May 14, 2025

Opinion

Charter schools in Durango provide valuable choices for students and families

When I moved to Southwest Colorado five years ago, I had some concerns about charter schools. I had accepted an…

May 14, 2025

Healing Nutrition

GLP-1 drugs and weight loss: Helpful tool or magic bullet?

GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide have exploded in popularity, with millions of Americans turning to them for weight loss.…

May 13, 2025

From the Extension Office

Celebrating our 2025 4-H Scholarship winners

The 4-H program is proud to recognize four outstanding youths who have been awarded this year’s 4-H scholarships. These young…

May 13, 2025

Action Line

What’s the future of Robert E. DeNier?

The Robert E. DeNier building in Bodo Park has sat unused since 2018, but the La Plata County Clerk and…

May 12, 2025

Opinion

Roses, rollators and the right words at the right time

I’d noticed an elderly couple seated across from me during our group meeting. The man had an open manner about…

May 11, 2025

Opinion

USAID is dead, and with it America’s standing in the world

Editor’s note: The Herald’s editorial board requested an update to “Closing USAID damages America’s image, ability to influence,” (Herald, Feb.…

May 11, 2025