Editorials Vaccine opt-outs that make the opt-out process even easier is unnecessary and puts kids at risk Making the opt-out process even easier is unnecessary and puts kids at risk April 18, 2017
Editorials Wheeling, Montoya and Landis ready for a challenging local energy landscape du1-i-syn ••• Joe Wheeling has served nine years on the LPEA board. He is the former CEO of Red Roof… April 17, 2017
Editorials While the runoff will be big this year, future water availability is uncertain SHANNON LIVICK/STAR<br><br>LOWER DOLORES Riverdu1-i-syn Otherwise, the difficulties of predicting reservoir water storage levels, and how much funding for water-related projects… April 15, 2017
Editorials Volleyball tournament results in big wins for girls and local economies Volleyball tournament results in big wins for girls and local economies April 14, 2017
Editorials Little free libraries build community, spark creativity and inspire millions of readers worldwide Tiny archives build community, spark creativity and inspire millions of readers worldwide April 13, 2017
Editorials North Main construction delays are inconvenient, but the results should benefit all du1-i-syn There is an ongoing CDOT project to rehabilitate the roadway, and an unexpected but necessary repair to the bridge… April 12, 2017
Editorials Loss of hospital provider fee would further complicate healthcare funding Mercy Regional Medical CenterJERRY McBRIDE/Durango Herald Paying for health care for individuals who have neither insurance coverage nor the ability… April 11, 2017
Editorials Gains made, with room to grow dual enrollment program that improves college performance Gains made with room to grow program that improves college performance April 10, 2017
Editorials City residents turn out in strength to elect councilors and keep fluoride Mail-in ballots arrive at the Durango U.S. Post Office.JERRYMcBRIDE/Durango Herald Finishing fourth, narrowly, was landscape architect Dave McHenry, who ran… April 8, 2017
Editorials 4CORE’s ‘group buy program’ a novel, affordable way to break gasoline habit (AP Photo/John Raoux)du1-i-syn But in the case of 4CORE’s “group buy program” for electric vehicles (EV), there might not be… April 7, 2017
Editorials Biannual ritual rolls community recycling and beautification into one du1-i-syn The citywide cleanup, that jump-starts spring cleaning efforts around town, kicks off Monday and runs through May 5th. The… April 6, 2017
Editorials Durango Voice Local singing competition brought out the best in performers, and in us all April 5, 2017
Editorials Charter school participation in mill levy overrides should be a local decision The Colorado State Capitol buildingGetty Images/iStockphoto Charter schools have generally not benefitted from mill levy overrides. Whether to include charters… April 4, 2017
Editorials Student loan repayment burden is tough on those who want to live in rural communities Jerry McBride/Durango Herald<br><br>12-17-16-Durango- Fort Lewis College students toss their mortar boards after receiving diplomas on Saturday morning during commencement ceremonies.du1-i-syn… April 3, 2017
Editorials Vote for Brookie, Youssef and Bettin for city council, and against ballot issue 1A du1-i-syn Incumbent Dean Brookie has earned our respect and our recommendation for re-election. Invaluable during his turn as mayor, he… April 1, 2017
Editorials Energy and ingenuity on display at new FLC GPE Hall and local DIY skate park Energy and ingenuity on display at new GPE Hall and local DIY skate park March 31, 2017
Editorials Fishing film tour and local trout news make April a favorite for anglers Rolf Nylinder “End of the Rainbow,” from Fly Fishing Film Tour.du1-i-syn Obviously, he spent a lot more time with a… March 30, 2017
Editorials Teachers Small, rural school districts require fact-based solutions to teacher shortage March 29, 2017
Editorials SCOTUS Democrats should find a better way to avenge Garland than opposing Gorsuch March 28, 2017
Editorials Job availability looks promising, but housing costs remain problematic During a presentation of economic data from La Plata County by the Wells Group, presenters noted that home buyers who… March 27, 2017
Editorials Comprehensive plan Maintaining character, quality of life emphasized in 2017 plan revision March 26, 2017
Editorials DECA at DHS Three Durango students are making a big difference moving forward March 24, 2017
Editorials Safe spaces Trend does a disservice to students, academia and the freedom of speech March 23, 2017
Editorials Boating access Facing a threat from mussel invasion, managers right to restrict watercraft March 22, 2017