Opinion

Author invokes facts selectively and inconsistently

In the recent opinion column, “Democrats are invoking the ‘Rule of Law‘ selectively and hypocritically,” (Herald, May 18), the author…

May 25, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Medicaid, a lifeline that matters because I matter

I am writing as a proud member of the disability community in Southwest Colorado. I live, work and volunteer independently…

May 25, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Using the fund balance is not sustainable

After reading articles (Herald, May 4, Herald, May 6) on the salary negotiations between Durango School District 9-R and its…

May 25, 2025

Letters to the Editor

ICE just ‘disappeared’ five hardworking men

I’m writing regarding the recent arrest of five employees of Rock Solid Granite in Durango. These men are hard working,…

May 25, 2025

Editorials

Our view: 53rd Iron Horse Bicycle Classic

Durango’s version of the running of the Pamplona bulls kicks off today as 1,800 riders and racers get ready to…

May 23, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Durango’s roads, trails no longer safe

I have read with horror that someone was killed on the Animas River Trail. Yes, killed. The trail is no…

May 23, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Street Dog Coalition helps Durango seniors

I work at an affordable housing apartment complex for seniors. When I saw that the Street Dog Coalition provides veterinary…

May 23, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Six good reasons to leash your dog

Having spent a lot of time volunteering in the outdoors and interacting with dog owners in areas that require dogs…

May 23, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Animas River Trail safety for all

As a neighbor of the recently deceased bike rider whose fall was caused by a loose dog encounter, I am…

May 21, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Health insurance rates are about to skyrocket

Big changes are coming to health insurance in 2026, and hardly anyone is talking about it. During COVID-19, Congress expanded…

May 21, 2025

Letters to the Editor

John Witchel is good for LPEA

John Witchel has been a resource and positive force for startup companies in our community for many years. He has…

May 18, 2025

Letters to the Editor

It’s time for new LPEA board leadership

A recent letter (Herald, May 11) relies on outdated and misleading talking points about Tri-State’s approximate $2.6 billion debt. The…

May 18, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Fixing the DeNier Center is easy

Here’s how you fix the DeNier Center. Open it to juvenile offenders. Vet and hire some juvenile justice folks including…

May 18, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Residents will get a lot out of RV park

A recent letter (Herald, May 9) was most certainly written by a former advertising person. First off, the Animas Valley…

May 18, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Musk, Trump actions benefit the wealthy, not citizens

I have observed that Trump, Musk and DOGE’s cost-cutting efforts are for programs that do not provide immediate monetary benefits.…

May 18, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Reality from where I stand

So here we are. We’ve got a president who’s now openly ignoring an order from the Supreme Court. That should…

May 18, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Elect climate-friendly LPEA board members

Climate change threatens every aspect of our way of life in Durango. Whether it’s biking our trails, kayaking our rivers…

May 18, 2025

Letters to the Editor

I bet you didn’t know this

The proposed Roberts Resorts Village Camp Durango – Phase I (PL20230036) for 275 luxury RVs and Park Model Homes will…

May 16, 2025

Letters to the Editor

A bathroom for the people

In a beautiful downtown public park such as Buckley park, why are the three portable toilets there always locked? I…

May 16, 2025

Editorials

Our view – Motorcycle safety: Riders wear a helmet, drivers slow down

Motorcycle riding has its risks, and here is the largest risk, with numbers: during 2024, 165 riders were killed in…

May 14, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Don’t be fooled: LPEA’s ‘independence’ isn’t what It seems

Mark Pearson’s recent column (Herald, Apr. 16) paints a feel-good picture of LPEA’s future – but glosses over the serious…

May 14, 2025

Letters to the Editor

San Juan Citizens Alliance creates chaos – again

The San Juan Citizens Alliance, an outside-funded group, is once again putting its finger on the scale in our local…

May 14, 2025

Letters to the Editor

A Mother’s Day Ode to Mom

Two bodies unite. Showing great affection. In creating life. Life will begin now. Helping them to grow and thrive. To…

May 11, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Signage, paint, enforcement needed on Animas River Trail

Our sincerest condolences to the family of the bike rider who lost his life due to a loose dog on…

May 11, 2025