Columnists

On Education Teaching, study can work to help remediate dyslexia

The word morphed from “congenital word blindness,” to “specific language disability” and finally in 1968 to the term of “specific…

April 16, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

That perfect vacation rental may be a scam

It came with its own concierge and a private pool and was only steps away from a rugged Caribbean beach.…

April 15, 2016

View from the Center

We’re building a center for creative community

Scott, Cristie Environments that encourage dynamic learning, experimentation and creative play often mirrored in the sciences, and well-esteemed R &…

April 14, 2016

Clubhouse Porch

A new year, a new look for golfers in La Plata County

For a while, it seemed I could relate to the misfortune as this is a recurrent theme in my game.…

April 13, 2016

Gulliford's Travels

As Lake Powell recedes, Glen Canyon reveals its secrets

“What happens under the turquoise skies of the continent’s most celebrated landscapes will presage changes that people the world over…

April 13, 2016

Durango Nature Studies

Speedy pronghorn ranks as the continent’s fleetest

The horns of male pronghorns are typically 10 to 12 inches long and point backward, while females’ horns are usually…

April 13, 2016

What's up in Durango Skies

Find Jupiter, then leap into Leo the Lion

Spring is traditionally the season for galaxies, but this spring you can add planets to the list of targets. Jupiter…

April 13, 2016

From our Congressman

Long bill’s passage a bipartisan success

Both Republican Senate President Bill Cadman and Democratic Minority Leader Lucia Guzman commented at the end of the Senate chamber’s…

April 12, 2016

Neighbors

Soup warms heart and soul for Hospice of Mercy

Held Thursday, it was a jam-packed Exhibit Hall at the La Plata County Fairgrounds, with more than 500 people enjoying…

April 12, 2016

Durango School News

Robust dialogue can make our schools better

Growing up, it was clear that education was key to one’s future success. Getting good grades, working hard and being…

April 12, 2016

Action Line

Roads become more difficult to make driving easier

Smedley Sorry, but the old merger configuration was definitely not “just fine.” Action Line should know. For the better part…

April 10, 2016

From our Congressman

Take Saturday’s Decisions Day to discuss end-of-life advance directives

The Liberty at Life’s End initiative would allow those with an incurable degenerative disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s to…

April 10, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

New sharing economy lacks pricing clarity

Lightly regulated companies such as Airbnb and Uber can make it as difficult as traditional travel sites – and sometimes…

April 9, 2016

Creating Community

‘Person-centered’ model helps achieve balance

In the IDD realm, the term “person-centered” has been developed as a philosophical movement in contrast to the current way…

April 9, 2016

From our Congressman

Momentum for change

Embrace the dynamism of the evolving electricity business

April 9, 2016

From our Congressman

The changes to owner financing after Dodd-Frank

Agro The sinking of the housing market, the significant rise in foreclosures and the shutting down of overnight loans were…

April 9, 2016

On the Run

Vacation races: best of both worlds for runners

Since its’ inception, seven more destination races have been added including; Grand Canyon, Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, Rocky Mountain, Great Smokey…

April 7, 2016

Coroner's Report

‘Experts’ don’t always know what truth is

After my general pathology residency but before I began a forensic pathology fellowship, the coroner in Peoria, Illinois, hired me…

April 6, 2016

Authentic Aging

As we age, our purposes change along with our years

In earlier years, our purposes may have been making a marriage, raising a family, building a career, becoming a writer,…

April 6, 2016

From the Extension Office

Lucky student gardeners work alongside first lady

Now, spring is a great time to get my gardening or farming information out there, be it spring bulbs, or…

April 6, 2016

From our Congressman

Separate provider fee from general fund

I was originally under the impression that the Hospital Provider Fee was a fee that each patient paid, mostly through…

April 5, 2016

Neighbors

Music in the Mountains kicks off 30th season

The classical music festival held Cocktails with the Conductor on Sunday night at Sorrel Sky Gallery, with about 75 music…

April 5, 2016

A Take on Tourism

The halo effect of tourism

In a recent study of tourism campaigns in nine states, the research firm of Longwoods International demonstrated how each state’s…

April 5, 2016

Action Line

Santa Rita Park playground goes from janky to swanky

A new playground has been installed at Santa Rita Park, and a specialized rubberized safety surface will be poured soon.Jerry…

April 3, 2016