Opinion

Be an informed and active voter

If, as a Republican, you have not spoken out against these policy proposals, then you are guilty of allowing your…

Front page stickers an unpleasant hassle

What unpleasant hassle is next? Clint McKnight Durango

Listening to Hillary, Bernie and the pope

And now come the pope and Bernie Sanders. As a very jaded ex-catholic, I didn’t listen to the pope. And…

Act according to proclaimed beliefs

One key reason that the pope brings Christianity into his remarks regarding immigration is that Trump, Cruz, Rubio, etc., make…

Biomass bill would bring dirtier air

Roberts’ bill is a threat to the RES, an extremely successful policy program that requires electric utilities to generate power…

County is abdicating power to city

My suggestion to the commissioners is to donate two-thirds of their pay (which just increased 30 percent) to roads and…

Trees adorned with underwear are trashy

It amounts to little more than trash; after one wind and snow storm, these pieces become soiled and shredded bits…

Initiative reform

A higher and more diverse threshold is correct for constitutional changes

Gibbon argument condemns Republicans

As far as I could see, you presented a “what if” scenario as regards the Senate blocking any President Barack…

Portico a revered tradition manifested

Most Southwestern art aficionados see this tradition as a synthesis of Spanish, Native American and contemporary art traditions. The tradition…

No to HB 1180

not define freedom of religionas the right to express hatred

Not to worry, deer should be well-trained

Then one of my friends asked, how are they going to train those deer to go in there? I told…

Let Francisco’s building remain as it is

Durango is a town with Spanish influence, as is our state. In fact, if you Google the meaning of Durango,…

Rain barrels

Senate should build on House momentum to allow water-gathering

Read Koch’s piece? Read Dark Money

Even if you didn’t, and don’t, I recommend it anyway. Gaby Chapman Durango

Preserve the portico, Durango heritage

I personally appreciate the distinctive look the portico adds to the corner of College and Main, the entry to downtown…

King Coal II

Planning Commission should deny permit until road issues are resolved

All sorts of data offer cold, hard facts

Once again thanks to the Republicans for doing absolutely nothing to protect our citizens. Instead they continue to spout skewed…

Provider fee

AG’s opinion could allow Colorado to balance its budget without painful cuts

Lost Dog closure a loss for community

Every time my husband and I pass the empty building, we regret the loss. I wish there were some way…

Caucus time

messy process of democracy begins with modest meetings Tuesday night

Either open Nighthorse or send water off

The “Lake for no one” descriptor is nearly confirmed. Filled in June 11, there have been negotiations/squabbles about utilization ever…

La Platacademy Awards

Change the guidelines, not Francisco’s

That veranda provides a nice inviting ambience to walk through and is an enjoyable and pleasurable place to sit or…