Opinion

Recap of the Herald’s endorsements for U.S. Senate and House of Representatives

That thinking has been in evidence throughout his remarkable career. After working as a government lawyer, Bennet made the leap…

October 26, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Thank goodness for Gwen Lachelt

I wish more people from La Plata County were present last spring in Farmington when Lachelt professionally and knowledgeably spoke…

October 26, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Study, stay open and, most of all, vote

We, as voters, cannot allow government an all-or-nothing approach on the important issues we face. So, I watched and listened…

October 26, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Democracy vs. a representative republic

Hence the choice of a republic (“if you can keep it,” reportedly said Ben Franklin) and the leavening of the…

October 26, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Challengers do not grasp public lands

If the state or county took over the San Juan National Forest, La Plata County would “own” about 21 percent…

October 26, 2016

Letters to the Editor

DOD agrees with McLachlan, Schwartz

“The Department of Defense recognizes the reality of climate change and the significant risk it poses to U.S. interests globally.…

October 26, 2016

Editorials

Herald still recommends voting for McLachlan for House District 59

Colorado ranks among the lowest in the nation in per-pupil funding. McLachlan has experienced the direct effects funding deficits have…

October 26, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Who better for our safety, sovereignty?

How do we vet those streaming over our borders? And how do we guaranty the safety and security for our…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Why I am voting for Hillary Clinton

Just 16 years ago, I watched Ralph Nader on television criticizing both Bush and Gore. He said there was no…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

County runs well: Keep Gwen and Julie

We have a pair of county commissioners who are doing a great job. They have serious challenges considering that we…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Be careful voting for a commissioner

Her opponent proudly advertises “he’s never been involved in politics before” and “wants to do his part to make things…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Raising minimum wage is good business

Phased in over four years, small businesses like mine will have time to adjust and adapt. I want our employees…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Raise minimum wage: ‘Yes’ on Amdt. 70

Unfortunately, in Colorado we do not have the option of “multiple minimum wage zones” due to Colorado Senate Bill 99-014,…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Focus airport on safety, not just comfort

The county should be more concerned about safety, rather than comfort only. If you talk to experienced commercial airline pilots,…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

County is suffering from mismanagement

Back in 2012, there were hints and signs that our oil and gas revenue would decline in the next few…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Local economy needs a modern airport

By any measure of merit, the Durango-La Plata County Airport and associated infrastructure is more indicative of a mid-20th Century…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Elect Trump to defend the Constitution

Clinton lied to us. The release of her emails enforces the extent Clinton and her close alliances will go in…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

‘Yes’ to Amdt. 70 for working Coloradans

Raising my wage would help us afford the basics of life, such as food and rent. We are currently on…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Boosting minimum wage will save lives

A 2012 study in Psychological Science found that children growing up in poverty experience increased “allostatic load,” a biological measure…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Why tax other people’s lifestyle choices?

My last cigarette was somewhere around 1964 and this tax doesn’t affect me either. But do I feel we need…

October 24, 2016

Editorials

Gwen Lachelt and Julie Westendorff have each earned another term

Doing so would also preserve the momentum and positive energy now evident in county government. That will be crucial in…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Airport issue has unanswered questions

Why would we build a new terminal that can only handle present traffic? Build for the future. Why can’t we…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

‘Yes’ on 1A: Good roads are good for all

The county will appoint a road and bridge advisory committee to give advice on priorities, and to provide citizen oversight…

October 24, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Vote for these dedicated public servants

I am honored to vote for Gwen Lachelt and Julie Westendorff for county commissioner, Barbara McLachlan for our state representative,…

October 24, 2016