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Opinion

Beware of ‘effort to gut our public school system’

cca As Shane Voss appropriately noted in The Durango Herald and The Journal on June 28, state politicians continue to…

July 19, 2024

Opinion

‘Hypocrites pretend to love neighbor next to them in pew’

cca The devils of despotism have come out of the closet in America. We now know that many Americans have…

July 19, 2024

Downtown Lowdown

Music in the Mountains presents ‘Satchmo Scattin’ & Swingin’’

Music is a gift. If presented well, it’s one of the greatest gifts you can receive, and the Music in…

July 17, 2024

What's Up Downtown

Affordable, convenient, available parking downtown this summer

The headline for this article sounds like a fairy tale, right? I am here to tell you that it is…

July 17, 2024

Opinion

‘What does our money say about us?’

cca Any nation’s money says something about that nation. For one, a nation’s currency is broadly linked with its economic…

July 17, 2024

Opinion

Guides offer tips from ‘trips that did not go well’

Marjorie “Slim” Woodruff What fun: You’re going on a guided outdoor trip. As you get ready, here are some tips…

July 17, 2024

Dear Abby

Son feels like the only adult

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been having an issue lately involving my mother. It feels like she isn’t really my “mother” but…

July 16, 2024

Dear Abby

Co-worker weighs wisdom of being side piece

DEAR ABBY: I met this guy at work. He was everything I’m looking for in a guy. During a lunch…

July 16, 2024

Strength in Well-being

Mastering Your Cravings: The Key to Weight Loss Success

When embarking on a new “diet”, one of the most significant hurdles can be overcoming cravings. These cravings often stem…

July 16, 2024

Action Line

The Big Canyon conundrum: To park or not to park?

Yes, this might be a little confusing, with the Colorado Department of Transportation both inviting you to park here for…

July 15, 2024

Opinion

‘Mangroves as metaphor of what’s at stake in our lives’

Thomas L. Friedman<br><br>(CREDIT: Josh Haner/The New York Times)du1-i-syn cca Mangroves are these amazing thickets of trees, sort of forests, if…

July 14, 2024

Opinion

‘Immigrants add immeasurably to richness of American culture’

Phillipscca As part of the League of Women Voters’ efforts to educate and inform voters on the many policy issues…

July 14, 2024

Opinion

‘Connect directly, face-to-face’ with county reps ‘On the Road’

Salkacca La Plata County residents, I am thrilled to invite you to join us for our upcoming “On the Road”…

July 14, 2024

Dear Abby

Overeaters Anonymous still doing hard work

DEAR ABBY: I recently watched a video of the founder of Overeaters Anonymous, Rozanne S., telling the story of founding…

July 12, 2024

Gulliford's Travels

Southwest Center celebrates 60 years

In this historic photo Morley Ballantine, far left, Arthur Ballantine, A.M. Camp, FLC President John F. Reed, and Dr. Robert…

July 12, 2024

From the Extension Office

Small rewards push us to the top, big rewards keep us climbing

Not a cloud in the sky. The mountain air delivered a gentle, but cool breeze to counter the midsummer heat…

July 12, 2024

Creating Community

Everyone should be able to enjoy outdoor recreation

It’s summer in Colorado. For many Coloradans, this means taking to the great outdoors to enjoy our beautiful state. While…

July 12, 2024

Opinion

‘Professional cornhole? Really?’ With cheaters too

Cross I have long thought that sport and art can be prophetic for society. With the introduction of mixed martial…

July 12, 2024

Opinion

‘Professional cornhole? Really? With cheaters too

Cross I have long thought that sport and art can be prophetic for society. With the introduction of mixed martial…

July 12, 2024

Stewards of the Land

Include contingencies in your recreation plans

San Juan Mountain Association staff members reach out to visitors at Animas Forks, along the Alpine Loop. (Courtesy Savannah Remmish)…

July 10, 2024

Opinion

‘Ballot not way to manage wildlife’

The previous Colorado Parks and Wildlife commissioners were very circumspect about the wolf issue. It is not surprising that the…

July 10, 2024

Opinion

Town halls for Dem ticket: ‘Think the Super Bowl with Taylor Swift in stands’

cca Mark my words: Joe Biden is going to be out of the 2024 presidential race. Whether he is ready…

July 10, 2024

Downtown Lowdown

Elder Grown goes back to summer camp

Members of local band Elder Grown are moving on to bigger scenes. They aren’t leaving the band, but they are…

July 9, 2024

Dear Abby

Handsy male friends thumb noses at fiance

DEAR ABBY: My fiancee has a number of male friends she has known for years. One of them stops off…

July 9, 2024