Letters to the Editor

Save the planet: Vote Democrat

They say that admitting you have a problem is the first step in recovery. The right-wing radicals who have stolen…

October 4, 2014

Come support original Hermosa bill

On Oct. 7, there will be a fantastic chance to appreciate the wilderness we hold so dear and learn more…

October 4, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Vote for climate: re-elect McLachlan

Mike believes in common-sense solutions to climate change that can be acted on locally, like his support of House Bill…

October 4, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Schirard committed to accountability

Carl & Leslie Sower Belen, NM

October 4, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Lieb uniquely qualified for treasurer

While serving as county commissioner, he has developed a unique and detailed familiarity with the day-to-day operation of La Plata…

October 4, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Morrissey will lead as county treasurer

In these jobs, she has worked to improve systems that transcend functional and geographic boundaries. In short, she knows how…

October 4, 2014

Letters to the Editor

No candidates focus on Lake Nighthorse

On the other hand, I have been waiting 40 years to dip my feet in Lake Nighthorse. I think the…

October 4, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Blue Book shows bias, misinformation

There is ample scientific evidence to prove just the opposite if one wants such truth. Why have 60 countries made…

October 4, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Allison Morrissey competent, trustworthy

The treasurer ensures that the county pays its bills on time and correctly as well as investing county money to…

October 4, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Co-op process unnecessarily disrupted

The purpose of a board of directors, in part, is to explore avenues the board feels will benefit the organization.…

October 2, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Blake well-qualified to be commissioner

Through working with him and knowing him and his family over a good part of his life, I know Brad…

October 2, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Amdt. 68 backers trying to bribe voters

What Colorado does not need is more casinos to sap money from the poor and then ship it out of…

October 2, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Sean Smith would enforce the law

This was recently witnessed in the previously burned area of Black Forest, where 14 skeletal remains of horses, covered by…

October 2, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Ex-commissioner saw different Schirard

The county commissioners oversee the sheriff’s budget. Normally during budget preparation, other county-elected officials, such as county clerk, assessor and…

October 2, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Meeting Morrissey spurred interest in job

Allison is likable, knowledgeable and very hardworking. She has tremendous drive and a strong desire to serve. I will never…

October 2, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Be present and look for signs of suicide

These past weeks, in our beautiful and caring community, we have lost three of our “brothers,” three deaths that just…

October 2, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Bobby Lieb will not disappoint voters

In the job for which he has applied, an ability to follow the laws and rules already set in place…

October 2, 2014

Letters to the Editor

The candidates’ voting records matter

J. Paul is known for having been the only elected state representative, Republican or Democrat, to vote against two common-sense…

October 2, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Elect Roebuck for county commissioner

Her understanding and professional relationships with multiple county departments and processes are astounding to find in a candidate. Cynthia spoke…

October 1, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Schirard has the experience we need

Deputy Smith is a personable young man, but he has never even worked in the jail, let alone run it.…

October 1, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Blake a fiscal conservative, Prius driver

As a small-business owner, he has had the opportunity to meet many people across the county and being a curious…

October 1, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Mixing dreams of ocean and mountains

In our crazy world today, it is nice to imagine a peaceful world underwater. This is why I am so…

October 1, 2014

Letters to the Editor

Candidate forum tilted toward challenger

Additionally, Sheriff Duke Schirard’s microphone was not working correctly. A woman approached the moderator and asked for it to be…

October 1, 2014

Letters to the Editor

New monument welcome, positive news

What a bold move. He has countered our unrelenting trend to exploit and ruin the environment for short gain, in…

October 1, 2014