Columnists

Craig: We must stop treating each other like the enemy

Kris Craigdu1-i-syn Rather than seeing past their political differences, a growing number of Americans have chosen to stop speaking with…

June 17, 2017

Joyce Rankin

Rankin: Legislation ready to be implemented

Joyce Rankindu1-i-syn SB17-267 is titled the “Sustainability of Rural Colorado (Act).” Among other things, this bill sets aside $30M to…

June 17, 2017

From our Congressman

Thompson: Can Zinke shrink Bears Ears?

Jonathan Thompsondu1-i-syn Zinke’s suggestions were tentative – final recommendations are due on Bears Ears and other monuments later this year…

June 17, 2017

Dear Abby

Teen’s behavior draws strong words from concerned readers

What 13-year-old Jason did was not merely misbehaving. It was an attempt at sexual molestation and a huge red flag.…

June 17, 2017

From the Humane Society

Reasons for your cat’s house-soiling may be more than behavioral

House-soiling is the No. 1 behavioral problem in household cats. Unfortunately, many of these cats are given away to other…

June 16, 2017

Creating Community

Quality early care, education have positive effects on families

For example, if parents struggle to find a job, a family may have trouble keeping stable housing. Without stable housing,…

June 16, 2017

Clubhouse Porch

The tradition of a weekend of golf Opens

One event is no less challenging than the other if you ask many locals who have participated over the many…

June 16, 2017

From our Congressman

Shocking reminder that the toxic tone must change

du1-i-syn This was supposed to be the time for “morning-hour” speeches, those short partisan jabs and one-liners. But not a…

June 16, 2017

Thinking Green

West’s utilities abandon coal because it costs too much

du1-i-syn One might figure sure, that’s some tree-hugging environmentalist arguing for solar and wind energy. But in fact, that’s the…

June 16, 2017

Dear Abby

Teen tells mom to stay away during his band performances

Now, whenever there’s a concert, festival, parade or football game, I stay away, although I love to listen and watch…

June 16, 2017

From our Congressman

Bruni: The mortification of Jeff Sessions

du1-i-syn But as I watched him, a flustered Gump in the headlights, I saw a broader story, a dark parable…

June 15, 2017

Dear Abby

Sweethearts struggling with a 30-year age gap

Although we are good for each other and compatible in many ways, we are realistic that our relationship isn’t long-term…

June 15, 2017

From our Congressman

Leonhardt: The halfhearted oppostion to the GOP’s health care bill

du1-i-syn I realize that sounds harsh. These opponents generally have good intentions. But they haven’t been very effective so far,…

June 14, 2017

Dear Abby

Man’s old tryst with wife’s yoga teacher causes strain

Abby, she treats this situation as if I cheated on her yesterday, and this was 35 years ago! Also, after…

June 14, 2017

Nicholas Kristof

Kristof: Dear Paul Ryan, Listen to Planned Parenthood patients

Nicholas Kristofdu1-i-syn As you work with President Trump to cut off federal funds for Planned Parenthood, Mr. Ryan, I consulted…

June 13, 2017

Dear Abby

Early playtime leaves retired neighbor tossing and turning

The most recent owners have two kids, one in kindergarten and another in first grade. Every morning before school, the…

June 13, 2017

From our Congressman

Milbank: The most chilling line of Comey’s testimony

du1-i-syn But such legal considerations, though important, miss the real significance of Comey’s testimony heard-’round-the-world. In the three hours I…

June 12, 2017

Dear Abby

Family visiting for graduation brings grandma with dementia

She’s difficult to deal with now, and my ex doesn’t manage the situation well. They take her to restaurants and…

June 12, 2017

The Travel Troubleshooter

You’ve never heard of these people, but they’ve changed the way you fly

They’ve helped create federal agencies that make air travel safer. And they’ve brought competition and transparency to the skies. They…

June 11, 2017

Dear Abby

Cross-dresser schemes behind his disapproving wife’s back

I love my wife and I don’t want to lose her, but this is who I am and I can’t…

June 11, 2017

Gulliford's Travels

The truth behind a frontier myth in Pagosa Springs

In this case, the truth is deeper and more profound than the myth. An examination of historic sources reveals that,…

June 10, 2017

Money Savvy

Should you invest or pay off your debt?

Let’s look at Pat’s case. He is 30 years old and considering paying cash for a $200,000 condo. Should he…

June 10, 2017

Dear Abby

Woman is ready to start new life after abusive marriage

I married again at 34. My husband was abusive, and the marriage was rocky, to say the least. He hit…

June 10, 2017

What's up in Durango Skies

Bright objects serve as guides to navigate night sky

When first learning to identify objects in the night sky, novice stargazers should start their observations before it gets completely…

June 9, 2017