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CDOT will spice things up with new north Main signs

That 35 mph sign is in front of Taco Bell might be there for health reasons. It’s a not-so-subtle reminder…

October 22, 2017

An American in Spain

The daunting, rewarding task of learning a new language in Spain

At 10 a.m., women come together to smoke, drink coffee and talk about their lives. Their gestures are animated and…

October 22, 2017

The Travel Troubleshooter

How climate change is affecting travel – and what you can do about it

Instead, the Rocky Mountains baked in mid-90-degree temperatures. Button’s family camper, which didn’t have air conditioning, felt like a sweatbox.…

October 22, 2017

Dear Abby

‘Rotten Ron’ odor too strong

The problem is, after all that activity in the heat and humidity, he doesn’t bother to shower. He’ll just change…

October 22, 2017

From our Congressman

McCain: What greater cause could anyone ever serve?

Sen. John McCaindu1-i-syn Joe was already a senator, and I was the Navy’s liaison to the Senate. My duties included…

October 21, 2017

From our Congressman

Feely: Support DPFD request for a mill levy increase

The counties fund the district with property taxes. The city funds their share of operations through the general fund. This…

October 21, 2017

From our Congressman

Knight: Monument debate distracts from real issues

Caroline Knightdu1-i-syn Supporters of the removal argue that statues of Confederate leaders are symbols of white supremacy, and only help…

October 21, 2017

Joyce Rankin

Rankin: Schools turning challenge into opportunity

Joyce Rankindu1-i-syn These are just some of the challenges our public schools face. In September, I toured Southwest Colorado and…

October 21, 2017

From our Congressman

Gulliford: The West’s history is constantly changing; should our monuments change with it?

The statue is part of the Oñate Monument Center in Rio Arriba County. While many longtime New Mexicans want to…

October 21, 2017

Dear Abby

Mother worried about son’s diabetes

I have explained these things to my mother and attempted to train her several times, yet she continues to do…

October 21, 2017

Thinking Green

New bill puts nation’s public lands in jeopardy

The bill would enshrine into law the ideological perspective of Utah’s congressional delegation, that states are supreme in deciding how…

October 20, 2017

Creating Community

How can we be more efficient, effective in our mission?

Like many nonprofits and public entities, we face an uncertain future. The Medicaid funding that supports the majority of our…

October 20, 2017

The Tourism Effect

The Tourism Effect Conference center an investment in Durango’s future

Our county treasurer, Allison Aichele (pronounced Ike-Lee), spearheaded and provided the lion’s share of the planning for this conference. The…

October 20, 2017

From our Congressman

Parker: Is this a true tipping point, or just outrage du jour?

Kathleen Parkerdu1-i-syn If you’re former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson, whose book, Be Fierce, was released just as Harvey Weinstein…

October 20, 2017

Dear Abby

Wife resents husband of 48 years

I have written three books, and because of it, my husband has ridiculed me. I have also owned and operated…

October 20, 2017

View from the Center

Art a point of pride in our community

Haydu1-i-syn It seems everywhere I turn, somebody is making something and everyone is supporting one another in their efforts. All…

October 19, 2017

Durango School News

Perseverance is a crucial character trait for students

As human beings, we find ourselves looking more and more for instant gratification. If a task is challenging, we often…

October 19, 2017

Ross Douthat

Douthat: What’s the matter with Republicans?

Ross Douthat<br><br>(CREDIT: Josh Haner/The New York Times)du1-i-syn At the time, Frank’s analysis had two flaws. First, it minimized the importance…

October 19, 2017

From our Congressman

Gerson: The religious right has become a tribe of sycophants

Michael Gersondu1-i-syn The president was received as a hero. Steve Bannon and Sebastian Gorka – both fired from the White…

October 19, 2017

Dear Abby

Hoarder risks mother’s health

It’s terrible. The garbage has reached the ceiling in parts of the room. This has been going on for many…

October 19, 2017

From the Extension Office

Come to Halloween Ball to learn about 4-H opportunities

This free event will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, in the Extension Building at the…

October 18, 2017

From our Congressman

Brooks: We are dividing into upswingers and downswingers

David Brooksdu1-i-syn In 1980 the U.S. had a slight edge in gross domestic product per capita over Germany, Japan, France…

October 18, 2017

Dear Abby

Girlfriend not OK with bachelor party

I’m worried about him and his friends going to strip clubs, topless pool parties, etc. I don’t mind him enjoying…

October 18, 2017

Thoughts Along The Way

Into the still of night

Dark. Quiet. Still. No one had been on the roads. Houses were still unlit. But as I sat there, gathering…

October 17, 2017