Editorials

Our View: Spare screenwriters from gig economy

Signs from strikers on the Writers Guild of America’s picket lines say it all. It’s obvious where the sparkle magic…

May 10, 2023

Our View: ‘No’ on bylaw amendment

La Plata Electric Association members are being asked to approve a single proposed bylaw amendment that would better reflect preferences…

May 7, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Luschen for LPEA board District 4

For a District 4 seat on the La Plata Electric Association board, both candidates would add very different backgrounds and…

May 7, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Parental rights can mean fewer rights for majority

One way to soften the blow of losing a job is to be invited to Florence, Italy, and feted by…

May 5, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Random shootings will test good Samaritan capacity

We admit, we’re a little jittery approaching strangers after a surge in recent, seemingly random shootings. In April, 16-year-old Ralph…

May 3, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Patients in Southwest deserve billing solutions

Seniors, especially, need clear answers, better service

April 30, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Yes on pet rent bill but not for hotels

We’ve been watching the evolution of House Bill 1068 that would limit pet rent to 1% of monthly rent or…

April 28, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Thankful for a few more runs

Ready to work on that goggle tan? We’re delighted to hear that Purgatory Resort has extended its ski season, adding…

April 28, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Dominion deserved on-air apology

We’re sending much moral support to Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, charged with espionage in Russia, where his news…

April 23, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Spring cleanup means ‘shaking’ up how we work

Cruising Durango’s neighborhoods, we couldn’t help but get swept up in the spirit of spring cleanup. It’s exceptional that the…

April 21, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Handgun at school fundraiser a potential political firebomb

How about a handgun as a silent auction item at a school fundraiser? The Lewis-Arriola Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization…

April 19, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Need legislators on property tax predicament

Colorado homeowners in sought-after locations with the finest in recreation and decent jobs reveled in the soaring value of their…

April 16, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Housing bill needs more local control

intentions come with SB23-213 but it’s too rushed

April 14, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Justice Thomas a U.S. – not GOP – problem

court badly needs reform, transparency, leadership

April 12, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Ethics complaint against planners without merit

scrutiny for RV park application, not volunteers on commission

April 9, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Yazzie’s win good for Durango

Too often in this country, our vote “yes” for one candidate is really a “no” vote for someone else we…

April 7, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Gun bills a sensible start

No single fix will end the tragedies of gun violence in this country. But two Senate gun bills on their…

April 6, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Courage in 9-R Narcan decision

Students brought A game; school board, district staffers heard them

April 2, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Camera story shared around the world

Spencer Greiner found a camera stuck in the mud in the Animas River while fishing on Tuesday. Miraculously, the photos…

March 31, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Uncle right to call out lawmaker on gun tweet

The most biting criticism oftentimes comes from family members. And Uncle Chris Soper did not hold back in saying, “Shame…

March 29, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Pat Schroeder: A woman for all times

Congresswoman did meaningful work, while being an attentive parent

March 24, 2023

Opinion

Our View: For the love of Southwest trees

Trees aren’t as nurtured as much as they once were. They’re even disappearing and inadvertently losing some popularity as we…

March 22, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Fox News carries on despite journalistic failures

Fox News Channel is its own exotic animal in the world of journalism. When network commentators didn’t adhere to standards…

March 19, 2023

Opinion

Our View: Boebert waded into politics at Dolores school

We strongly support students engaging in civic matters. But we’re uncomfortable with U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert’s visit on Wednesday to…

March 17, 2023