Columnists

Behold the wonders of the simple apple

Yes, apple harvesting and gleaning is encouraged, and, of course, I hope you join the fun activities at Homegrown Apple…

October 1, 2014

Thinking Green

True democracy created plan for Hermosa Creek

Last week, I marched through the streets of Manhattan with a crowd 400,000 strong. I could hardly keep count of…

October 1, 2014

Living on the Waiver Wire

Welcome to Week 5 of the NFL season, when a coach already has been fired and injuries and suspensions already…

September 30, 2014

Neighbors

Puttin’ on the Ritz for the sake of our kids

It was truly one of the most beautifully attired crowds in this frequent partygoer’s memory. The beaded flapper dresses, the…

September 30, 2014

Bottom Line

Setting financial goals key to planning

My friend was amazed when I said his problem was not unique and that the solution is simple. He has…

September 30, 2014

Downtown Lowdown

Celebrating the Old West’s lyrical side

The idea of becoming a cowboy is a youthful and romantic vision, and has been for youngsters since before the…

September 29, 2014

La Plata Health Watch

Double trouble: Mental illness and alcoholism

Crossing the kitchen, I recognized a state police cruiser idling in the driveway, lights flashing. I wasn’t on call, so…

September 28, 2014

From our Congressman

Your day in court

Waiving defendant’s right to claim ineffective lawyers is a bad idea

September 27, 2014

Action Line

Volume of beer serving no pint-size brouhaha

Phil Brennan of the Irish Embassy pours an imperial pint of Guinness Stout. An imperial pint is 20 ounces, as…

September 27, 2014

Creating Community

How does United Way invest donor money to help people?

For the next three articles, I will outline United Way priorities (self-reliance, health, education). This month, I will focus on…

September 27, 2014

On Real Estate

Down payment assistance for local buyers

With median home prices around $340,000, the down payment required by many loan programs keeps most prospective first-time homebuyers from…

September 27, 2014

Stewards of the Land

Association studying Hispano arborglyphs on a wooden canvas

This 2001 horse arborglyph photo was pulled from the San Juan Mountains Association archives. In the early 2000s, SJMA began…

September 27, 2014

What's up in Durango Skies

In October, take a peek at Uranus and two eclipses

Ancient astronomers knew of five “wanderers” in the sky. These five planets – Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn –…

September 27, 2014

Population Matters

Mourn for Martha, before we share in her fate

We receive services from many different biological species and communities. Plants remove carbon dioxide and harmful chemicals, purifying the air…

September 27, 2014

From our Congressman

Jeffco schools

rewarding to see high school students standing up for education

September 27, 2014

From our Congressman

San Juan Skyway Looking to the future at its 25th anniversary

Some people say they will never get over the San Juan Skyway’s awe-inspiring vistas, hairpin curves, or stunning fall colors.…

September 27, 2014

Policy and Politics

Beauprez’s lands stance wrong for Colo.

The event, held as part of Club 20’s annual meeting, is the traditional kick-off of debate season. Candidates for statewide…

September 27, 2014

Neighbors

Gettin’ jazzy with it to support the hall

Gordon Thomas, left, first gentleman of Fort Lewis College, is ready for some music at Jazz on the Hill with…

September 26, 2014

Downtown Lowdown

Local music offerings spilleth over

One weekend music fans, promoters and writers are dying for at least one thing to see, host or peck words…

September 25, 2014

Clubhouse Porch

We have gone through a successful changing of the guard at the Dalton Ranch Golf Club. A glimpse into the…

September 24, 2014

The Green Side of Life

Doug Carman, aka steeler75, scored 15 out of 16 on his Week 3 Gridiron Green scorecard to stand alone atop…

September 24, 2014

From the Extension Office

Sink your teeth into Apple Days

Yes, the Durango area has received lots of rain – and mud, and rocks, and floating trash cans – but…

September 24, 2014

Your Ecological House

These zombies are everywhere – and nowhere

They began to talk, then one of them made the “wait-a-minute” gesture with her index finger. She pulled her cellphone…

September 24, 2014

Living with Wildlife

If you see a mountain lion, don’t act like prey

Mountain lion attacks in North America are rare, but when hiking in their habitat, it’s a good idea to make…

September 24, 2014