Opinion

Editorials

Our view: 9-R needs the additional mill levy, more specifics as desired

Durango School District 9-R is asking property owners to approve a new bond of $150 million. It would pay for…

October 8, 2024

Guest Columns

‘Yes’ to proposed Montezuma County sales tax

Connie Fox Karen Sheek It’s been said that “the only certainties in this life are death and taxes,” and the…

October 8, 2024

Guest Columns

League of Women Voters: Embed abortion rights into Colorado’s Constitution

For 104 years, the League of Women Voters has been empowering voters through nonpartisan voter education, engagement and, where necessary,…

October 8, 2024

Population Matters

Making family planning available to all people

The Cairo Conference “Programme of Action” includes a statement that all people should have the right to decide freely and…

October 5, 2024

Guest Columns

‘Together, we can make a difference’

Ellen Angeles My name is Ellen Angeles, and I am running for CD3 State Board of Education. As a recently…

October 5, 2024

Guest Columns

‘I am passionate about education’

Sherri Wright My name is Sherri Wright and I am running for the State Board of Education. There are four…

October 5, 2024

Editorials

Our view: Durango Literary Festival underway; locals to shine

The Durango Public Library presents for the 13th year, the 2024 Durango Literary Festival that kicked off Saturday and runs…

October 5, 2024

Editorials

Our View: Let Treasurer Grushkin continue

In November 2023, the La Plata County commissioners appointed Ann “Moni” Grushkin to serve as La Plata County treasurer to…

October 5, 2024

Guest Columns

What is Project 2025?

Rep. Barbara McLachlandu1-i-syn We’re hearing a lot about Project 2025, but what is it? It is an 887-page recommendation of…

October 5, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Think about the weather when you vote

Western Colorado’s people and tourists who visit the area count on good weather, adequate rain and snow, and friendly hospitality.…

October 4, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Vote ‘no’ on 4A, no more blank checks

The ballot language for Issue 4A is seriously concerning. It’s not a $150 million price tag for the taxpayer, as…

October 4, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Character builds Durango

One Next Step for downtown, one giant leap for Durango, IMHO. Yes to wider sidewalks. Think of all the extra…

October 4, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Matt Salka fights for our rural residents

We must recognize the differences between County Commissioner Matt Salka and his opponent Paul Black. Watching forums and reading letters…

October 4, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Durango lost treasure with Mike Elliott

It was a sad day when the news of Mike Elliott’s passing was shared. Durango lost a treasure and more…

October 4, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Matt Salka gets things done

A recent letter about Paul Black contained only vague platitudes such as “believes in sustainable development, appreciates clean air and…

October 4, 2024

Letters to the Editor

We need leaders who know difference from facts, propaganda

Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance recently said on national TV: “If I have to create stories so that the…

October 4, 2024

Editorials

Our View: Vote ‘no’ on increasing time served for parole eligibility

Proposition 128 is a citizens initiative that aims to reduce crime and ensure justice is served by proposing a change…

October 3, 2024

Editorials

Our View: ‘Yes’ to restore judges’ ability to deny bail

Amendment I to the state’s constitution is a measure referred to voters by Colorado’s General Assembly (state Legislature). Amendment I,…

October 3, 2024

Guest Columns

Vote to fix our local schools: Vote Yes on 4A

Dave Dillman I urge you to stand with students and teachers of Durango School District 9-R by voting YES On…

October 3, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Salka supports veterans and community

As a mother of a Navy sailor, I’ve always felt a deep sense of pride in our country’s service members…

October 2, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Deranged Trump is a danger to the country

Donald Trump is the very demagogue the Founding Fathers warned us about. He incites division and anger with lies and…

October 2, 2024

Letters to the Editor

‘Lucky to know’ Mike Elliott

I was sad to hear Mike Elliott left us As a kid growing up in Durango in the 1960s and…

October 2, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Thank the Democrats

I would like to remind some of my Republican friends of some facts that they may have forgotten. For those…

October 2, 2024

Editorials

Our view: Cowboy (and Girl) Gathering a chance to bridge urban and rural

Our Western and agricultural heritage, and a big dose of neighborliness, will be on full display at this year’s Durango…

October 1, 2024