Opinion

Regulatory reform isn’t dismantling government – it’s making It work

In recent public commentary (Herald, Jan. 2), La Plata County Commissioner Elizabeth Philbrick discussed the concept of abundance as articulated…

January 30, 2026

Editorials

Our view: Two lights

Graduated income tax may open TABOR debate

January 28, 2026

Letters to the Editor

LPEA leadership in question

cca LPEA is less than three months away from ending its membership in the Tri-State nonprofit cooperative, yet the organization…

January 28, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Watching democracy die in stunned silence

cca We can only sit back and watch in dumfounded, stunned silence as the Noem Nazi army eviscerates the lives…

January 28, 2026

Letters to the Editor

A bookmark’s timely reminder

cca As a frequent library visitor, I often pick up one of the student created bookmarks sponsored by the Friends…

January 28, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Rep. Hurd: This moment demands more

cca Recently I have received several emails from Mr. Hurd extolling his accomplishments for our district. In one of them,…

January 25, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Use lodgers tax for airport shuttle

cca Yea for the Herald’s local news – journalism provides democracy at work. Shouldn’t the lodgers tax go for an…

January 25, 2026

Letters to the Editor

A nurse’s call for accountable leadership

cca You may not know me, but there’s a good chance you know someone in this community I’ve worked to…

January 25, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Rep. Hurd, why silence on Good’s murder?

cca I am writing regarding Rep. Hurd’s Jan. 12 “Hurd Huddle” that arrived in my inbox, five days after Renee…

January 25, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Sunnyside shows ethics and profit can coexist

One of the best things about living in La Plata County is the many humane business owners like Jerry and…

January 25, 2026

Letters to the Editor

My mother survived fascism

cca We are being assaulted daily by extraordinary actions and events. Likewise, our political conversations are infused with a barrage…

January 25, 2026

Letters to the Editor

No honor in ICE violence

cca Dear ICE agents, There is no honor in attacking old people. Patrick Vigil Durango

January 25, 2026

Letters to the Editor

A tribute to Sen. Campbell

cca I have been in the real estate business for over 50 years, and I had a great experience with…

January 25, 2026

Editorials

Our view: Right call

Commissioners found the right balance on battery storage

January 23, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Hurd finally showing independent leadership

cca Rep. Jeff Hurd finally did something to make me proud of him. I have written him over 100 emails…

January 23, 2026

Letters to the Editor

District lacks required transparency on key policies

cca I am concerned about the lack of transparency in the Durango School District. On Jan. 5, I received an…

January 23, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Lawful protest doesn’t include blocking gates

cca I strongly support the First Amendment right to protest. People should have the right to protest as long as…

January 23, 2026

Editorials

Our view: Unchecked power

Trump’s actions undermine law, institutions, and sovereignty

January 21, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Trump recognizes no bounds

cca I am terrified at what is happening in our country. President Donald Trump recognizes no bounds to his power,…

January 21, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Republican silence equals complicity

cca It does not take special training to identify what is found in a barnyard and know it ain’t chocolate…

January 21, 2026

Letters to the Editor

The proven path to human flourishing

cca I appreciate Gene Orr for highlighting in his letter the value of our public parks, libraries, schools and emergency…

January 18, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Renee Good murder deserves truth and justice

cca Her legacy tells “Good was Good.” Renee Good was murdered in Minneapolis by an ICE agent named Jonathan Ross.…

January 18, 2026

Letters to the Editor

LPEA saves millions, supports safe battery storage

cca This year, LPEA will saves its members roughly $4 million. Tri-State Electric is raising rates by 7.5%/kW, while La…

January 18, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Trump’s double standard on protesters

cca Why does our president support Iranian protesters against their government, but not American protesters opposing their own government’s cruel…

January 18, 2026