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With dryer climate, hemp makes sense

We are rich in water, however, as weather patterns continue to change, we find ourselves existing in drought conditions much…

February 12, 2018

Fast response to problem appreciated

Two weeks ago, we visited Mayor Sheek regarding a problem with the entrance from Empire Street to Brookside Drive; the…

February 12, 2018

XXIII Olympics: Let winter games in South Korea serve as symbol of peace

The Olympic halfpipe at the 2018 Winter Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea.du1-i-syn Thirty-one of them (more than any other state)…

February 12, 2018

The deception on beef origins continues

Multinational meatpackers that distribute beef in Colorado have been applying the USA label on beef from animals exclusively born and…

February 8, 2018

Theissen: Attempt to block memo was scandalous

Marc Theissendu1-i-syn The ostensible reason for suppressing the memo was that it was classified. But now that we have seen…

February 8, 2018

Rep. Tipton represents corporate interests

The man who hates federal public lands, which are owned by us, the citizens, once again shows what side he…

February 8, 2018

Urge Rep. Tipton to join climate caucus

Like a growing number of Americans, I am concerned about our current administration’s policies regarding the environment and global warming.…

February 8, 2018

SOTU: Trump’s first state of the union full of proposals, but short on specifics

President Donald Trump delivers his State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress on Capitol Hill in…

February 8, 2018

Guest Columns

Samuelson: What does commonsense immigration look like?

Robert Samuelson This contrasts with our demonstrated ability to absorb newcomers. It’s time to overcome this two-headed legacy with an…

February 5, 2018

Watch Yore Topknot

James: Riding along in the litter

Tom James Empty snuff cans. Cigarette butts. Old wire from replaced fence lines and an occasional tire. This day I…

February 5, 2018

Letters to the Editor

As always, immigrants enhance our nation

Whenever I see Hispanics working in construction, I imagine my grandfather and his men speaking Italian rather than Spanish, doing…

February 5, 2018

Editorials

Colorado lottery: Reauthorize and audit this valuable program that makes our lives better

Mancos students celebrate receiving a GOCO grant for building a new playground at the elementary school.Sam Green/The Journal Throughout most…

February 5, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Tipton does average Coloradans no favors

Are you a teacher? Tipton’s House version eliminated deductions for classroom supplies. The Senate did add back $250. Need to…

February 5, 2018

Guest Columns

Gerson: Trump’s conspiracy theories endanger democracy

Michael Gerson Clinton remains the gold standard in presidential scandal management: Stubbornly talk in public about “the people’s business.” Ruthlessly…

February 1, 2018

Letters to the Editor

KSJD’s Jeff Pope will be missed by all

I first met Jeff 10 years ago when KSJD was located in a ramshackle house sitting on the edge of…

February 1, 2018

Editorials

Wilderness: Legislation in Congress presses for a fundamental change in the rules

Legislation in Congress presses for a fundamental change in the rules

February 1, 2018

Editorials

A livable wage: Pathways from poverty tied to age, living costs and, for now, outside support

Living wage proponents protest for a raise in Colorado’s minimum wage. (File photo) It will increase two more times, on…

January 29, 2018

Guest Columns

Samuelson: Does Main Street remain hostage to Wall Street?

Hence, the need for this column: a primer on the red-hot stock market. Will it sustain the economy or ultimately…

January 29, 2018

Editorials

Cory and the A.G.: Sen. Gardner may be the man to hold Sessions and Trump to their word

File – In this Sept. 20, 2017, file photo, Sen. Cory Gardner, R-Colo., speaks during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing…

January 25, 2018

Education Update

Haukeness: Building on the past to move RE-1 into the future

I feel personally blessed to be able to lead our school district and to work in a community where we…

January 25, 2018

Letters to the Editor

I support mayor and Dolores Town Board

There is so much discontent over a wooden playground that was 16 years old and eventually deteriorated. I, too, had…

January 25, 2018

Editorials

MB McAfee: It’s time to listen to other voices

It’s time to listen to other voices, the county’s unrepresented residents

January 22, 2018

Guest Columns

Samuelson: China and the global race for new technology

Robert Samuelson There are facts and figures on research and development, innovation and engineers. But the report’s main conclusion lies…

January 22, 2018

Editorials

Welcome changes: Earlier access to McPhee, addition to Phil’s World improve area recreation

At McPhee Reservoir north of Cortez, boat launching will be possible in mid-April this year, rather than at the end…

January 18, 2018