Opinion

Gardner’s snit is now hurting Republicans

Even though Sessions has indicated that he will not go out of his way to enforce marijuana laws, laws which…

Reject the recall petition, on principle

In the case at hand, our democratically-elected county commissioner, Gwen Lachelt, has neither broken the law nor violated an ethical…

Recall proponents not based in reality

I did not originally have much of an opinion either way on Gwen. After a few discussions with members of…

In tribute to Durango’s forgiving citizens

I am both a driver and a cyclist, but this is not one of those letters complaining about the bad…

Editorial cartoon

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Let Trump pay for parade if he wants one

Sandra Slonim Evergreen

No more ‘license light’ traffic stops

I have spoken with other members of our lovely community who have heard of this ridiculousness before; in Durango, it…

Check the facts before signing petition

It has been deeply disturbing to me to read hateful, divisive half-truths regarding Gwen Lachelt, a twice elected public official,…

Code discussions are democracy at work

Both the folks opposing the proposed code and the response of the county staff to rewrite the code addressing their…

Time better spent on improving land plan

This effort is a waste of taxpayers’ money and time. Gwen Lachelt is term limited and will end her term…

No sign of Trump’s button can be seen

That is one incredible button, and frankly it had me worried sick until Trump announced that he, too, has a…

Don’t underestimate opposition to code

Must say though, they really need to upgrade their verbiage: “racists” is an all time favorite; “conspiracy nuts” is another…

Listen to them: Brave young people with many bold ideas were treated reprehensibly

Aztec High School students arrive at McGee Park in Farmington to be reunited with family. In December, three people were…

‘None of the above’ should be a choice

I do not believe any of them are truly representative of Durango; they are not scalable to the massive size…

Is artwork at intersection a good idea?

Might it not distract drivers? What would the ticket say? Perhaps, “Driving while viewing public art?” Will more signs be…

The cartoon fit the rules of caricature

I also see that he has not spent much time on the farm. The nose of a pig – that…

Don’t buy into Trump’s discrimination

In reality, this is just a ploy he chooses to demonize certain immigrants based on the color of their skin…

Letter of love to President Donald Trump

Differences are precisely what enriches a plurality. Love is to build bridges, not to raise walls. Love is rapprochement, good…

Lake Nighthorse: Bring your ideas to the meetings that will craft recreation plans for reservoir

A wind whipped wave washes ashore at the boat ramp at Lake Nighthorse in March 2013. Photo by SHAUN STANLEY/The…

Editorial cartoon

Olympic athlete determined to save winter

The other piece about Jessie not as well known is her fierce determination to save her sport and winter from…

Public art should reflect Durango’s spirit

The venue was small and there was a good turnout but it made it very difficult to get close enough…

Making a splash: State champ Kylie Behn shows just how far a revived DHS program has come

Shaun Stanley/Durango Herald – Durango High School dive team member and 3A state champion Kylie Behn pauses during practice at…

Benka: The “V” in VFW stands for Veterans

Elizabeth T. Benka Hopewell, VA