Opinion

American heroes deserve better coverage

A first responder (fireman, if I remember correctly) was recently honored for his twice heroic actions, and I had to…

June 23, 2018

Train should take responsibility for fire

Throwing coal embers into our beautiful national forests is extremely irresponsible and dangerous under these drought conditions. Look at the…

June 23, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Stories about firefighters appreciated

The commitment of people like Bill Wenzel (Herald, June 11) to uproot and leave families behind, risking their own lives,…

June 23, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Support Silverton neighbors with a visit

Silverton is a lovely and unique small town with a rich history. As their neighbors to the south, I would…

June 23, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Blame not useful, but Durango train must change

Perhaps it is too risky for the train to take responsibility for causing the fire (exposure to lawsuits?), but the…

June 23, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Info on statewide races sorely lacking

I have lived here now for two years, and wish to be a voter who is informed and make my…

June 23, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Why I support Tim Walsworth for treasurer

Although I knew Tim was asked to run by multiple people, I could not take his claims of issues in…

June 23, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Time for gratitude, but keep drought guard up

With these conditions, without rain, we know definitely that these fires were bound to happen, just as they may continue…

June 23, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Phil Weiser a great choice for state AG

Phil is extremely capable, smart and experienced – he clerked for Justice (Ruth) Ginsberg on the U.S. Supreme Court, was…

June 23, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Winter watering can generate penalty

Bart Womack Durango

June 23, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Use of drone photos was irresponsible

I called the newsroom and asked how, in good conscience, you could post those on your website, considering the gravity…

June 23, 2018

Editorials

We will survive

Shaun Stanley/Durango Herald – Pedestrians along Main Avenue are reflected in the windows of the Durango Welcome Center.du1-i-syn A devastating…

June 23, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Why never a positive word for Trump?

Why can’t you give credit where credit is due? Is there some rule at the Herald that you cannot run…

June 22, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Karl Hanlon is best choice for 3rd District

He is a successful rancher and attorney (whose practice focuses on water law) so he doesn’t need a job. He…

June 22, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Jerry McBride’s fire photos are ‘artistry’

Many times I have glanced at a photo on the front page of the Herald and, whatever the subject matter,…

June 22, 2018

Editorials

Making progress: City shows initiative in finding interim camp for homeless

Soon the homeless will have their tents and tarps below the entrance to Greenmount Cemetery, sufficiently near Manna for its…

June 22, 2018

Editorial Cartoons

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June 21, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Tipton: a proven enemy of LGBTQ rights

Our state legalized same-sex marriage back in 2008, 7 years before it was federally mandated. Additionally, we were the first…

June 21, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Closing forest after the damage is done

I have zero training in forest management, but I believe the Forest Service may want to hire me anyhow to…

June 21, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Tribute to a local artist Juanita Ainsley

I didn’t realize the effect that you have had on my life until this past week. Since you left us,…

June 21, 2018

Editorial Cartoons

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June 20, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Thanks for the free news on 416 Fire

The news is especially valuable to us as property owners at Purgatory. So we thank you! Cuff Sellmeyer Farmington

June 20, 2018

Editorials

Primary recap: Ballots due by Tuesday will decide choices on November ballot

Ballots due by June 26 will decide our choices on the November ballot

June 20, 2018

Editorial Cartoons

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June 18, 2018