Opinion

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

Letters to the Editor

Robert Logan for CU Regent

Voters from Congressional District 3 will elect our representative to the University of Colorado Board of Regents this November. The…

October 1, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Next Step a tumble

Do we really need a “Next Step” project? The Herald article (Sept. 22) made it obvious Next Step should indeed…

October 1, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Getting power using chaos

“Chaos is power.” That well-known quote comes from Steve Bannon, the same man who has Trump’s ear and is listened…

October 1, 2024

Editorials

Our view: ‘Yes’ to the single primary ballot, ranked choice election

When it comes to Proposition 131 on the November ballot, prepare to spend an unusual amount of time digesting its…

September 28, 2024

Guest Columns

How a terrorism exhibit in Colorado distorts the story of Jan. 6

Quentin Young When the CELL first opened in 2008, Melanie Pearlman, the executive director, remarked to a Denver Post reporter…

September 28, 2024

Guest Columns

‘Yes’ to Proposition 127: It’s well past time to stop maligning lions

Elaine Leslie Margaret Mayer Kathleen Stachowski We want to thank the editor for apologizing to proponents of Proposition 127 for…

September 28, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Vote ‘yes’ on Proposition 127

The misrepresentation of facts about Proposition 127 and the Herald’s subsequent decision to recommend a “no” vote (Editorial, Sept. 22)…

September 28, 2024

Guest Columns

Channel your inner cowboy (and cowgirl)

Jack Turner It’s hard to be friends with your neighbor if you never meet them. In a world of growth…

September 27, 2024

Letters to the Editor

The threat of treason: When is enough enough?

Treason: The offense of attempting to overthrow the government of one’s country, by force or corruption. Isn’t that what Trump…

September 27, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Restore balance with your vote

After attending last night’s forum for our local candidates, it became obvious that we are getting double talk from two…

September 27, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Fall visitor

Gray, furry little mouse You ate what’s not intended So I lured you to a trap last night Life is…

September 27, 2024

Editorials

Our View: ‘No’ to funding for law enforcement

Proposition 130, a citizen-initiative seeking a change to Colorado Revised Statutes, if passed, would secure $350 million in new state…

September 26, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Paul Black good for business

I have lived in Durango for several years, and it is clear we need a fresh perspective on business development…

September 26, 2024

Guest Columns

Mountain lions are our natural allies

Dan Ashe I’ve hunted practically as long as I can remember, pursuing small game, upland birds, waterfowl, and deer, elk…

September 24, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Candidates support ‘The State’ being in charge with women losing freedoms

Warning! Two candidates for our Colorado Assembly have stated they will ignore 51% of their constituency, the women and girls…

September 24, 2024

Editorials

Our view: Lions, bobcats: Professionals know best

‘no’ on Proposition 127 in November

September 21, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Slow down: Time’s a’wastin’

To tell you the truth, I think maybe society isn’t a very healthy to be in with today’s technology, AI…

September 21, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Looking over your shoulder

The Animas River path is an added asset to Durango, enjoyed by many people of all ages and abilities. It’s…

September 21, 2024

Letters to the Editor

U.S. departure from Afghanistan

The desire to paint the Biden administration in a negative light during this election often recalls the tragedy of the…

September 21, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Elect Paul Black for District 3 county commissioner

La Plata County is in need of greater diversity on the Board of County Commissioners, particularly in representing our rural…

September 21, 2024