Columnists

From our Congressman

Fancy footwork won’t fix finances

While I wish I could stay at home to enjoy winter, it’s time for me to head back to Denver…

January 2, 2016

From our Congressman

By mid-year war was touching all Americans

War bonds and scrap drives were now features of American life, as the country pulled together to win the conflict.…

January 2, 2016

Flies & Lies

Stripping baskets are not for nude fly fishing

She listened to his explanation long and hard. Then, after about two seconds of consideration, she told me, I mean…

December 31, 2015

View from the Fort

Jackson tribute, Wailers highlight month at FLC

Roshong Recital Hall starts Jan. 14 with a master class given by artists in residence, enhake, a talented quartet of…

December 31, 2015

La Plata Health Watch

Over time, your healthy choices become habits

It left me wondering why, after years of credible information about the adverse health effects of tobacco products, more than…

December 30, 2015

Neighbors

Holiday spirit abounded in Durango this year

On Dec. 17, the Strater Hotel held a Victorian Christmas dinner prepared by Arnold “Chef Safari” Ngumbao, complete with parlor…

December 29, 2015

Money Savvy

Success lies outside your comfort zone

Probably not. To make that leap, I bet you had to step out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself.…

December 29, 2015

From our Congressman

Exporting oil

Economics show ability to export and import oil is advisable

December 27, 2015

Columnists

Pull a snow job on Durango? It’s easy as a walk in the park!

Snowmen raise their stick arms in alarm as Republican front-runner The Donald inexplicably campaigns in Durango’s Memorial Park, proving that…

December 27, 2015

The Travel Troubleshooter

Flight trouble? This agency can help you

Thornton and her three young children were headed to a ranch vacation in Missoula, Montana. When they tried to check…

December 26, 2015

Population Matters

When shopping, help spare the trees of the tropics

In that country, with vast forests and where all steel is imported, why wouldn’t they use wood? I was told…

December 26, 2015

From our Congressman

Fewer guns, fewer shootings

control is only way to counter troubling trend

December 26, 2015

Stewards of the Land

Life beneath the snow and ice

However, some of the most fascinating animals are those that manage to survive while remaining underneath large amounts of snow…

December 25, 2015

Murder Ink

“Woman with a Blue Pencil”: A disorienting, dazzling rabbit-hole of a book

After telling you that you absolutely need to read this book because it is fascinating and like no other book…

December 24, 2015

Adventures in Motherhood

Sweet traditions invigorate this cold, dark season

Rose takes a break to twist wire onto a small zoo of teddy bear ornaments, which she hangs merrily (merrily,…

December 23, 2015

Neighbors

Coming true: Dreams of ‘White Christmas’

Amy Barrett and her youngest son, Bryson, 7 months, wish Carroll “Pete” Peterson a Merry Christmas after attending Pete and…

December 22, 2015

From our Congressman

The General Assembly’s coming session will be all about Colorado’s budget woes

The first issue to be addressed is adjusting the current year budget, which is anticipated to have a $160.3 million…

December 22, 2015

A Take on Tourism

Respect and appreciate the holiday traveler

After all, what is a vacation but a chance to break from the repetitive routine of our daily lives? Vacations…

December 22, 2015

Action Line

Wag more, bark less with the annual Christmas doggerel

Cliff Vancura/Durango Herald Events of the past year brought smirks and some frowns. We’ll look at what happened for better…

December 20, 2015

The Travel Troubleshooter

The confusing realities of driving rentals

“It was night,” remembers Ventola, a lawyer who lives in Denver. “So the lights came on by themselves when I…

December 19, 2015

Creating Community

There’s an extra-special place in our hearts for anonymous donors

We know that people give for many reasons: to repay past kindness, to feel good inside, to look good on…

December 19, 2015

From our Congressman

The art of demonizing

Searching for the center and a cure for the curse of fear

December 19, 2015

View from the Center

Winter is a time for the inner artist

Maureen May’s piece, “Ice Crystals,” will be a part of the show “The White Season,” opening Jan. 8 at the…

December 17, 2015

From the Extension Office

Snow, fewer late freezes and more wishes for Santa

I hope it will last, or be added to, so Santa and his reindeer will leave foot (and paw) prints.…

December 16, 2015