Opinion

Shop locally, and wisely, this Christmas

Supporting local businesses really does enhance our way of life by supporting local city and county services. But, there are…

December 9, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Homeless family needs help this season

I first met the Allan family Thanksgiving Day. They were on the side of the road and we thought they…

December 9, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Durango man warns of distracted driving

The Durango Public Art Commission needs to control its tunnel vision, and re-examine its notion of art in the medians…

December 9, 2017

Editorials

Wild West: Errant cow at a gas well no reason to increase requirements

du1-i-syn So, between curiosity and an itch, a spill of about 400 gallons of “produced water,” a waste water byproduct,…

December 9, 2017

Letters to the Editor

An apology is due Native constituents

Native Americans have many differing characteristics, however, without exception they honor Veterans and the Elderly. Our President offended and dismissed…

December 8, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Reporting fell short on Loss Day coverage

I do want to honor the natural human need during grief for the “why’s?” and “what if’s?” That is where…

December 8, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Sheriff’s Office homeless actions wise

Victoria Romero Coe Durango

December 8, 2017

Editorials

Mining moves: EPA decision to drop Obama-era rule risks continuing a toxic pollution legacy

JERRY McBRIDE/Durango Herald<br><br>07-17-13- Silverton-:Water flowing down the mountainside out of the Red and Bonita Mine contains high levals of manganese,…

December 8, 2017

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December 7, 2017

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December 6, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Trump disgraces himself, disrespects Navajo

du1-i-syn The White House gathering was to honor the Navajo Code Talkers who helped this country win World War II,…

December 6, 2017

Letters to the Editor

I stand with Commissioner Gwen Lachelt

Lachelt’s response to these allegations was to invite a full ethics review by the Eagle County Attorney who deemed that…

December 6, 2017

Editorials

Mountain spirit: Peak designations honor local, world-class alpinists, their legacy and the land

Friends and loved ones would eventually learn that two of Southwest Colorado’s, and the world’s, most accomplished climbers had perished…

December 6, 2017

Letters to the Editor

We should not mortgage our future to enrich the fossil fuel industry

The Arctic Refuge is home to over 250 types of wild animals that rely on this pristine land for their…

December 5, 2017

Editorials

National park fees: Americans shouldn’t be priced out of visiting

du1-i-syn Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke has announced plans to raise the gate fee at some parks (although not Mesa Verde)…

December 4, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Free speech at risk in net neutrality decision

The internet has always been open and free to all users. Under this proposed scenario, the major ISPs will be…

December 4, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Tax bill leaves real constituents behind

It is clear that the Republicans have forgotten that we voters are their constituents. Letâ€™s remind them in 2018 by…

December 4, 2017

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December 2, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Motorcyclistsâ€™ charity deserves support, too

We feel like after all the charity we do, there could be a little respect from this town. Linda Hancock…

December 2, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Questions surround hospital practices

I had Medicare outpatient surgery and stayed one night in the hospital. The hospital gave me pain medication and antibiotics…

December 2, 2017

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December 2, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Herald hunting information inconsistent

However, in the current BLM handbook titled “Colorado Recreation” (available at https://on.doi.gov/2qluRbz) in the section on the Cortez Recreation Area…

December 2, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Don’t be fooled by GOP bill, who benefits

Rep. Tipton says the bill will add 16,000 full-time jobs in Colorado, and a “middle-income family” will gain $2,682. I…

December 2, 2017

Letters to the Editor

Martinez correct on keeping the FLC name

After hearing the history behind the name, I know he is correct in keeping the name of the Fort. To…

December 2, 2017