Columnists

Pro & Con: Propositions 107, 108: Presidential, open primaries

Colorado voters have a rare opportunity this fall to finally do something about the state’s dysfunctional political system — make…

October 8, 2016

From our Congressman

New ways of voting part of county’s first all-mail presidential election

Tiffany Parkerdu1-i-syn There is a lot that has changed since the days of voting by precinct at your neighborhood polling…

October 8, 2016

From our Congressman

Colin Kaepernick case and the First Amendment

People and organizations with widely differing opinions have chimed in on the debate. My immediate reaction was “who cares?” Not…

October 8, 2016

Neighbors

Neighbors: Adult Education Center gives second chances

That leaves the Durango Adult Education Center to raise almost two-thirds of its budget – $475,000 – from the local…

October 7, 2016

Flies & Lies

Leaders, not bobbleheads

Sam went on to ask tgat since we don’t have any leaders – at any level – how could I…

October 6, 2016

From our Congressman

Pro & Con: Ballot Issue 3A: Funding for School District 9-R

Imagine a Durango community in which all of our youth, regardless of which school they attend, receive the education they…

October 5, 2016

From the Extension Office

Ideal conditions make for spectacular fall foliage

A bicyclist descends into Silverton along U.S. Highway 550 past aspens displaying their fall colors.Shaun Stanley/Durango Herald file The striking…

October 5, 2016

Coroner's Report

In Freddie Gray death, forensic medicine couldn’t answer critical questions

Marilyn Mosby, Baltimore state’s attorney, filed charges ranging from misconduct in office to “depraved heart” murder against six officers for…

October 5, 2016

Authentic Aging

Support end-of-life options, vote ‘yes’ on Proposition 106

None of us want to be confronted with this situation, for ourselves or for our loved ones. However, it’s very…

October 5, 2016

From our Congressman

Pro & Con: Ballot Issue 1A: Funding county roads and bridges

Safe and well-maintained roads and bridges are an essential component of our local infrastructure. Unfortunately, more of La Plata County’s…

October 4, 2016

From our Congressman

Pro & Con: Ballot Issue 1B: Funding a new airport terminal

Roger Zalneraitisdu1-i-syn Over the last four years, the La Plata Economic Development Alliance has met with nearly 150 businesses, from…

October 4, 2016

Action Line

Truck/light pole situation takes a turn for the worse

Durango Fire and Rescue Authority and the Durango Police Department investigate an accident in October 2013 involving a semitrailer that…

October 2, 2016

Neighbors

Neighbors: Hills alive with color for birthdays, anniversaries

The hillsides provide a colorful backdrop for locals’ birthdays and anniversaries this week, as seen here on the north side…

October 2, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

Bill would give online reviewers more freedom

User-generated reviews on websites such as TripAdvisor.com and Yelp.com contain information from people who claim to have stayed at a…

October 1, 2016

From the Extension Office

Starting early can help you get your picky eater to eat healthy

Foods like Brussels sprouts usually aren’t favorites with kids, but there are things parents can do to help their children…

October 1, 2016

Creating Community

You may be surprised by how affordable health insurance can be

Popedu1-i-syn Changes in family size, income, tax credit opportunities and available health plans may have occurred in the last year,…

October 1, 2016

Serving Veterans

A helping hand for those who served their country

The La Plata County Veterans Service Office provides information and assistance to veterans and their families. There is a wide…

October 1, 2016

From our Congressman

A look at 1856 reminds us that past elections have also been messy

Besides being famous, he was daring, and not unlike today’s presidential candidates, deeply flawed. Frémont led four expeditions to the…

October 1, 2016

From our Congressman

County takes long view with taxpayer resources

With a growing population in our incorporated areas and out in the rural county, an increasing demand for services and…

October 1, 2016

From our Congressman

Headlines reflected area’s ties to the war

Young men regularly were going off to war either volunteering or being drafted. Rationing was a fact of life on…

October 1, 2016

Neighbors

Neighbors: Gold Star Weekend offers healing and comfort

Neighbors Columnist Despite the tragic death of Littleton resident Dutch Vandegrift, who was killed in a car crash, the Gold…

October 1, 2016

Neighbors

Neighbors: First harvest dinner pleases diners

At the Local First Harvest Dinner on Sept. 17, Eolus owner and chef Chris Crowl, front, and Ore House sous…

September 30, 2016

View from the Fort

Get your costumes ready for ‘Things that go BUMP’

Blaylockdu1-i-syn First up is an event I mentioned last month; Nancy O’Neill Breth and Lisa Campi Walters will perform “A…

September 29, 2016

Neighbors

Neighbors: Durango Heritage Celebration has Hollywood theme

The Grand Ball of the Durango Heritage Celebration in 2015 is a colorful and elegant event, and the 2016 feature,…

September 29, 2016