Editorials

‘Yes’ to 107, 108: Reinstate primary and let all vote

Both measures would change state law. Both were initiated by proponents who gathered the required number of signatures. Proposition 107…

October 10, 2016

Editorials

Local schools

District’s current needs justify a ‘Yes’ vote on ballot issues 3A and 3B

October 10, 2016

Editorials

Durango-La Plata County airport needs a new terminal, now and for the future

The improvements will make it possible to park one or two more aircraft, which are larger now than they used…

October 8, 2016

Editorials

Roads, bridges: ‘Yes’ on 1A

Doing so will enable the division to make critical infrastructure improvements and address public safety issues countywide. Our 653 miles…

October 8, 2016

Editorials

Passing of Arnold Palmer casts a shadow over Ryder Cup victory

Winning the biennial match-play competition between the U.S. and Europe for the first time since 2008, the American men overcame…

October 5, 2016

Editorials

Ballot madness

A grand and nine friends is no way to populate a presidential ballot

October 4, 2016

Editorials

Vast public lands position rural communities for wind and solar

The project has met mixed reviews from residents, but most recognize the potential benefits of wind energy at a time…

October 4, 2016

Editorials

Survey says trout, aquatic insects, anglers have all survived Gold King Mine spill

In addition, he was an author, writing under the pen name Robert Traver. Best known for Anatomy of a Murder,…

October 2, 2016

Editorials

New labeling requirement another step in learning curve of legal marijuana

Labeling is one example. A new state law went into effect Saturday that requires a distinctive label appear on edible…

October 2, 2016

Editorials

BLM could benefit from consistency, transparency in actions at all levels

That decision, and the public process that supported it, stands in contrast to the agency’s recently finalized redistricting plan that…

October 1, 2016

Editorials

Paths to Mesa Verde trail an ancient idea that is just right for our times

Lt. Gov. Donna Lynne rides Phil’s World with Larry Don Suckla, Montezuma County commissioner; Ernest House, executive director of Colorado…

September 29, 2016

Editorials

Be there Saturday for taste of Old West, or at least how it should have been

Many of the entries in this style of parade will include four-footed conveyances, the animals that in partnership made it…

September 28, 2016

Editorials

Bizarre presidential contest, crowded ballot could lead to high voter turnout

It appears this year’s election could yield a similar result. As controversial and complicated as the choices are this time…

September 27, 2016

Editorials

It was great to see Durango-Bayfield clash for first time since 1936

Rivalries increase anticipation. They turn up the volume on pregame trash talk and statistical comparisons. A rivalry can raise the…

September 25, 2016

Editorials

While confusing to the uninitiated, our direct democracy is highly structured

But in reality, the way ballot measures appear reflects a carefully organized and deliberate structure designed to ensure fairness, consistency…

September 24, 2016

Editorials

Bike & River Park

City is responsive and on the right track developing key recreational amenities

September 24, 2016

Editorials

Come celebrate Greg Hoch’s 27 years of service beautifying Durango

A better-than-average looking façade, the parking lot broken up with trees, and none of the tall poles and bright lights…

September 22, 2016

Editorials

Transition to clean energy economy has us moving in right direction

In late August, an executive order was leaked from Gov. Hicklenlooper’s office that outlined his climate mitigation and adaptation plans.…

September 21, 2016

Editorials

Sentence for role in fatal accident helps us believe in fairness of local courts

To sit high at the bench; to command respect. To have our wisdom and experience, distilled in our judgments, imposed…

September 19, 2016

Editorials

Roberts was right to object to legislative jiggering of voter information language

Altering the ballot language was a bipartisan effort. But the Legislative Council’s work is supposed to be nonpartisan. And in…

September 18, 2016

Editorials

Obamacare well-meaning, but it fails to contain costs

Healthy individuals, whose participation is needed to cover those who require care, have purchased lower-cost plans, leaving little excess. Families…

September 18, 2016

Editorials

Local plan to generate electricity and soil amendment deserves a chance

It is the generic term for charcoal that is used as a soil amendment, and is commonly made from wood…

September 17, 2016

Editorials

Plan and proposed improvements are a benefit for the Animas, all watersheds

We tend to take water for granted (our food and energy too) and only occasionally think of the journey it…

September 15, 2016

Editorials

Sugar and hearts

Story released this week could change how we eat and how we see research

September 13, 2016