Columnists

When lower back pain strikes, rest is your friend

Low back pain is one of the leading health conditions affecting young and middle-aged adults. While there are many important…

October 26, 2016

Neighbors

Celebrating with family and friends

du1-i-syn Neighbors Columnist It’s getting brisk for the birthdays of Scott Holland, Trish Sohlé, Tom Murray, Mark Prouty, Marty Prouty,…

October 25, 2016

What's Up Downtown

BID’s efforts helped address homelessness

Walsworthdu1-i-syn The first part of the plan was the Make it Count campaign, which asked the public to consider donating…

October 25, 2016

Neighbors

Neighbors: Unitarians celebrate full-time pastor

The fellowship has had phenomenal growth in recent years. It has gone from holding meetings in members’ homes to renting…

October 25, 2016

Action Line

Some in Durango are fans of unusual currency

If you make a cash purchase at Wildcat Canyon Liquors and need change, Erika Pray will likely give you dollar…

October 23, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

Ethics policies can help you in times of trouble

If you’re like most travelers, you may not know the American Society of Travel Agents from the American String Teachers…

October 22, 2016

Stewards of the Land

A new study of three Hispano cemeteries along the San Juan River

Pictured above is a child’s grave at Juanita Cemetery.Courtesy of Ruth Lambert San Juan Mountains Association In 1880, the Denver…

October 22, 2016

From our Congressman

Historic East Third Avenue a good place to call home

Duane Smith, Maxine and Pete Peterson and Ron Stoner have played a huge part in preserving the authenticity of Durango’s…

October 22, 2016

From our Congressman

Funding for schools a good investment

Our school system is the backbone of our community. I cannot think of a more important issue facing our community…

October 22, 2016

Neighbors

Neighbors: San Juan Symphony FUNraiser a success

Held at the home of Moni and Jonas Grushkin on the rim of Florida Mesa in late September, the event…

October 21, 2016

View from the Center

Photography: Self-expression we can’t live without

Slater-Sandovaldu1-i-syn Durango contains an impressive variety of artists and performers who remain active in the community, however, none are as…

October 20, 2016

Thinking Green

In this dark political season, reasons for hope

I know, sounds improbable, right? This election season, the words “politician” and “inspiring” seem to repel each other like corresponding…

October 19, 2016

From the Extension Office

La Plata County 4-H expands outreach with STEM program

La Plata County 4-H is motivated to help prepare all youths to meet the challenges of the future. We are…

October 19, 2016

Money Savvy

Eliminate financial risk and reap the rewards

Win or lose, I love playing games, especially ones that involve risks and rewards. They create twists, turns and surprising…

October 18, 2016

Action Line

On U.S. Highway 550: Blinking light offers coded safety message

If the warning lights did indeed spell “wolf” in Morse Code, traffic would likely come to a standstill, as motorists…

October 16, 2016

Neighbors

Neighbors: Women who broke criminal justice barriers reminisce

Enjoying their reunion and tour around the Southwest with a stop in Telluride are, from left, Pam Withrow, Luella Burke,…

October 16, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

Confusing fees can take a toll on car renters

When he crossed the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge in Northern California, James Kaiser expected Avis to bill him for the $5…

October 15, 2016

Creating Community

Local Wellness Center groups support people’s overall health

The advocate examines the woman’s favorite brand of cereal and points out the added grams of sugar on the label.…

October 15, 2016

Columnists

From the Humane Society Help protect your dog from potentially fatal parvovirus

So why do certain animals get the infection? The most important factors seem to be the experience that the dog’s…

October 15, 2016

From our Congressman

Athletes share their love of open spaces

Jerry McBride, Cliff Vancura/Durango Herald photo illustration<br><br>Durango’s Howard Grotts, a 2016 Olympian, rides on Rim Trail on Friday a trail…

October 15, 2016

From our Congressman

It is important to respect political opinions

Caroline Knightdu1-i-syn As with any election year, people on both sides react with instant hostility toward anyone who disagrees with…

October 15, 2016

From our Congressman

Nurturing development of executive functioning

From a neurological perspective, there are two areas of the brain: the subcortex and the cerebral cortex. The subcortex (brainstem,…

October 15, 2016

From our Congressman

Proposition 106: Access to medical aid in dying

Fortunately, Colorado voters have the opportunity to approve Proposition 106, the End-of-Life Options Act (ELOA), after it was twice rejected…

October 13, 2016

On the Run

Embracing down-time, a runner’s challenge

Over the years, I have learned how to balance my running with other activities to remain injury free and to…

October 13, 2016