Columnists

Your Ecological House

Check out those seeds to keep diversity alive

– Janisse Ray, The Seed Underground: A Growing Revolution to Save Food On your next trip to the library, why…

November 27, 2013

Bottom Line

To compete today, make shopping easy as possible

Let’s test that theory. Go to your computer and open two windows in your browser. Open Home Depot in one…

November 26, 2013

Neighbors

A patriotic thanks to veterans is always in vogue

As far as Southwest Republican Women is concerned, they shouldn’t. At the organization’s luncheon Nov. 19, the theme was a…

November 26, 2013

Murder Ink

Mariás makes sense of a senseless murder

It is not a book for the insubstantial reader, so if you read for the excitement of a florid ambience…

November 25, 2013

From our Congressman

China’s family-size rules

Government still controlling with demographics-prompted change

November 24, 2013

La Plata Health Watch

We remain free to choose our own poison

They look for a medical power of attorney, which may dictate what measures are acceptable or unacceptable during transport or…

November 24, 2013

Action Line

Neighbors should make shady deal with fallen leaves

Trees and leaves seem to be a source of much autumnal angst, including Mrs. Action Line, who gets concerned about…

November 23, 2013

What's up in Durango Skies

Take a look for comet ISON as it nears the sun

I have heard that comets are like cats. They both have tails and are hard to predict. Comet ISON certainly…

November 23, 2013

Columnists

Add to season joy with wild tree

White fir trees are abundant in San Juan National Forest and are a popular choice for a self-cut Christmas tree.MK…

November 23, 2013

From our Congressman

Speak up

Silence is the bully’s best friend, especially in small towns

November 23, 2013

Population Matters

Recognize effective ways to save the world’s children

The first column (Herald, Aug. 25) told the story of two boys I took care of in Nicaragua when I…

November 23, 2013

Downtown Lowdown

Old is new for Durango’s Lawn Chair Kings

What began as a trio in the year 2000 has wavered between trio and quartet; fourth members have been guitar…

November 21, 2013

From the Extension Office

Cook your Thanksgiving turkey so it’s delicious – and safe to eat

Thanksgiving is a day to appreciate family and friends, to eat, watch football and then eat some more. According to…

November 20, 2013

Thinking Green

Land plans: The good, bad and unfinished

The plans will guide the management of lands in 11 counties that cover 3 million acres. While perhaps exciting only…

November 20, 2013

The Green Side of Life

Mankins finally mans up for a Gridiron Green W

Week 11, he finally got one. Mankins, with weeks of 12, 11, 11, 10 and 11, was one of a…

November 20, 2013

What's Up Downtown

Free events highlight holiday calendar

Nov. 23, Thanksgiving Holiday Farmers Market: Browse the food booths and support local growers, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., La…

November 19, 2013

Neighbors

Oh, là là! Family has intimate trip to ‘Gay Paree’

Kate Hamilton and her cousin Caroline Hamilton stop to enjoy a Paris landmark, the Moulin Rouge, while traveling with their…

November 19, 2013

View from the Center

Don’t forget the ‘giving’ part of thanks

Rather, it’s the warmer and genuine respite of connecting with friends and family, feasting on good food, some needed relaxation…

November 18, 2013

Action Line

It’s ‘return to sender’ for gigantic Post Office pothole

– Anonymous Several Western towns are known for their breathtaking geographical attractions. Flagstaff has the Grand Canyon. Montrose has the…

November 17, 2013

La Plata Health Watch

Not every ‘magic bullet’ leads to a cure

His operatory was simple, consisting of a case of dental instruments, a syringe of lidocaine and a folding chair. This…

November 17, 2013

Creating Community

Aging and disabilities services unite for community living

If you live long enough, you will grow old. Likewise, in the disability arena, those of us without significant disabilities…

November 16, 2013

Adventures in Motherhood

Evolution of children is a beautiful, confounding process

Today, Rose is bereft. Actually, she’s bopping around in purple velvet, crayoning smiling horses under blue skies. But, suggest that…

November 16, 2013

The Travel Troubleshooter

What’s that airline credit really worth?

“Both times, I was initially told that my purchase value would be applied to a future ticket,” says Andrew, an…

November 16, 2013

From our Congressman

Will there ever be a 51st state?

North Colorado joins Jefferson, West Kansas, Superior and other failed attempts at separation

November 16, 2013