Letters to the Editor Maintain integrity in the Sheriff’s Office Why would such a despicable man, as Smith has portrayed Schirard to be, provide an opportunity for Smith and his… October 12, 2014
Letters to the Editor Republican candidates veering far right Brad Blake wants to ensure that government cannot interfere in our daily lives – not to fix roads, not to… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Branch libraries serve vital needs I regularly visited the Sunnyside Branch Library before I had children and increased my use with my children. All of… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Morrissey is a top-notch star Her academic credentials are top-notch. Her business experience is impressive and, importantly, germane to the office of La Plata County… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Go undercover to get real jail story Maybe The Durango Herald could put someone undercover in the jail and try to deal with the confusion a family… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Morrissey is perfect for treasurer Since June, Allison and I have walked and knocked on doors together at least one day a week. We walked… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Lieb ill-suited for public service However, we are not considering Bobby Lieb for public office based on his family’s charity. We should judge the candidate… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Lieb knows county’s needs, values I have known Lieb for many years and am convinced I can trust him to make good decisions for our… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Experience here trumps time elsewhere Allison is quoted as saying she will bring the treasurer’s office “out of the dark.” I didn’t know the treasurer’s… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Sheriff should enforce all laws Fittingly perhaps, we in La Plata County are blessed with our own handlebar-mustached, invective spitting, cowboy wannabe, anachronism-in-the-flesh: Duke Schirard.… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Elect a sheriff for the 21st century The Sheriff’s Office is responsible for thousands of pieces of evidence; yet, the sheriff doesn’t use his state-of-the-art barcode evidence… October 11, 2014
Editorials Re-elect the guv Centrist Hickenlooper has record of collaboration, growth October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Schirard no longer deserves to be sheriff His tirades to The Durango Herald and on social media outlets show how much he no longer deserves to be… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor City needs a proper process for rezoning We heard the same argument two years ago when the existing council was trying to adopt the new Land Use… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Smith and the Herald bullying Schirard I was married to Duke for going on 13 years. We had our difficulties and, sadly, our marriage ended in… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor McLachlan – integrity and effectiveness On a separate note: Even though they are unopposed, I urge citizens to show approval for the excellent performance of… October 11, 2014
Letters to the Editor Get involved with Durango Natural Foods There has been much misinformation regarding the current issues that have been presented in the Herald and other forms of… October 11, 2014
Opinion Morrissey is best choice for treasurer I would like people to know that I support Allison Morrissey as our next county treasurer. Neither candidate has worked… October 9, 2014
Opinion Sheriff Schirard has honesty, experience I also have had real-estate business dealing with Duke, and again he has always shown honesty and integrity. When he… October 9, 2014
Opinion Bayfield Farmers Market appreciated At the market, I make connections for farm-fresh eggs, purchase Colorado-grown peaches, corn, various greens, veggies, and condiments. I also… October 9, 2014
Opinion Gardner desperate, support Udall I am proud to support Sen. Mark Udall for re-election to represent the State of Colorado in the U.S. Senate. His… October 9, 2014
Opinion Sales tax increase in Bayfield makes economic sense Fixing the streets now before they deteriorate further is by far the most economical solution. If the streets aren’t fixed… October 9, 2014
Opinion Sean Smith would support the law This is unfortunately not true when it comes to sheriffs and other locally-elected officials, who refuse to work with anyone… October 9, 2014