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From our Congressman

Solve water woes with South Platte storage

Colorado’s water resources are limited, and we must plan for future growth. About 80 percent of the people in Colorado…

September 12, 2015

From our Congressman

Find out about taming the ‘quiet title monster’

Having to endure a complex lawsuit before being able to transfer clear title to property is never popular with buyers…

September 12, 2015

View from the Fort

Back in session, fall events in full swing at The Fort

Each department has planned exciting, beautiful and thought-provoking experiences for you to enjoy. I will get as much information to…

September 10, 2015

Culture Gulch

The life of a critic: When art lingers

As an arts writer, I pay attention to these odd hauntings. A recent example: I can’t get some tunes from…

September 10, 2015

On the Run

Gosney Succeeds at Nolan’s 14

Begun as an unofficial event in 1999, it has enticed some of the most hardcore ultra runners each year. On…

September 10, 2015

What's up in Durango Skies

Sagittarius one of sky’s best views

Just after dark this month, the Milky Way crosses the sky almost directly overhead in a north-south band. While the…

September 9, 2015

Gulliford's Travels

New life for a Boulevard original

I always noticed a wreck of a house at 855 East Third Ave. and wondered what it was doing among…

September 9, 2015

Clubhouse Porch

Upgrades under way at ol’ beloved Hillcrest

Preliminary prep work began a month ago and, according to the timetable, the front-nine will get it’s facelift first and…

September 9, 2015

Durango School News

Character key to successful education

As I’ve often shared, the work our staff is engaged in is so much more than simply having kids enjoy…

September 8, 2015

Money Savvy

Your journey to financial security

Last month, I asked you to assess where you are on that journey. (If you missed that column, visit http://bit.ly/1Pvyh1U.)…

September 8, 2015

Action Line

Reservoir signs provide the best typos by a dam site

Following Action Line’s blockbuster exposé of the “libary” sign at the former library building, it’s not surprising to see increasing…

September 5, 2015

From our Congressman

Partnership, broad scope needed for mine cleanup

It was an ironic 21st century version of a gold rush: shocking, horrifying and disgusting. For those of us who…

September 5, 2015

From our Congressman

Saying goodbye to DFPD’s Chief Dan Noonan

“It is the season and a time for a change,” Noonan said. “It is time for me to transition from…

September 5, 2015

The Travel Troubleshooter

Hotel upgrades can foil your lodging plans

The property he’d booked in Baltimore, the Mount Vernon Hotel, was being remodeled and reopening as the Hotel Indigo Baltimore…

September 5, 2015

Creating Community

A call to action: Healthier kids means a brighter future for all

Wilson This month reminds us of the need to renew and strengthen our efforts to reverse the continuing crisis of…

September 5, 2015

From our Congressman

The truth about mine drainage

King water was headed for the Animas, anyway

September 5, 2015

Flies & Lies

USA fly fishing team brings home the silver

However, thankfully Fly Fishing Team USA (FFTUSA) went there and placed second in the World Fly Fishing Championship. I bet…

September 3, 2015

Downtown Lowdown

Behind the scenes at the Four Corners Folk Festival

As music lovers wander Pagosa Springs (or any festival for that matter), it’s the music getting the attention. Little thought…

September 3, 2015

Coroner's Report

Drowning a tough call for coroners

The classic finding in drowning is a cone of white froth bubbling out of the nose and mouth. Froth forms…

September 2, 2015

From the Extension Office

The many joys of apple season are upon us

They have the ability to conjure images of crisp mornings, warm afternoons and cold nights as well as dew that…

September 2, 2015

Authentic Aging

What our fears about death can teach us

To suffer alone; experience pain; be dependent on others; lose control, identity, mental capacity and bodily functions; to be hooked…

September 2, 2015

Clubhouse Porch

Tis’ the season of change, but golf remains

This past two weeks have been a whirlwind of change for this reporter. I retired after 17 years from one…

September 2, 2015

Neighbors

Durango High’s Class of 1970 then and now

I have noticed that once past the 40th reunion, classes start to have reunions every five years, in large part…

September 1, 2015

A Take on Tourism

Out-of-state plates only part of story

The Colorado Tourism Office has done a great job attracting people from all over to Colorado. The reason for our…

September 1, 2015