What readers had to say this week about local stories, Oct. 21-Oct. 27

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Each week we highlight some of the most insightful, passionate and witty comments shared on Facebook in response to stories in The Durango Herald.

This week, people weighed in on a new carwash, the spiders of Southwest Colorado and the sudden resignation of Durango’s city attorney.

We enjoy readers’ input and reactions to local stories: People can weigh in on our Facebook page, at the bottom of local news stories at www.durangoherald.com and by writing a letter to the editor.

Here are a few comments that stood out this week:

Michael and Mary Hert, owners of the new Cascade Xpress Carwash, 1455 South Camino del Rio in Durango, look on as Isaiah Evans guides a car into the wash Oct. 13. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)

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Michael and Mary Hert, owners of the new Cascade Xpress Carwash, 1455 South Camino del Rio in Durango, look on as Isaiah Evans guides a car into the wash Oct. 13. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)

“They have the best vacuums! I love when the thin nozzle is available!” –Cailee Willbank

“I love this carwash it’s the only one I will go to now and the vacuum’s are amazing” –Leslie Spray

“It's the only carwash in town that gets the brake dust off the wheels. I love it. Love the free vacuum set up as well. I'm already a frequent customer.” –Kurt Rohren

Black widow spiders are misunderstood animals. While female widows pack a venomous bite and are potentially harmful to humans, they have a passive demeanor and prefer to stay out of the way of humans. They feed on bothersome insects such as flies and mosquitoes, lay their eggs in sacs along their webs and might venture into homes as fall arrives and temperatures drop, according to the CSU Extension Office. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)

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Black widow spiders are misunderstood animals. While female widows pack a venomous bite and are potentially harmful to humans, they have a passive demeanor and prefer to stay out of the way of humans. They feed on bothersome insects such as flies and mosquitoes, lay their eggs in sacs along their webs and might venture into homes as fall arrives and temperatures drop, according to the CSU Extension Office. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)

“I don’t do spiders, snakes, or anything creepy that crawls or slithers. I try not to harm them as long as they stay away from me.” –Gwen Zawistowski

“I love this. Thank you for educating people about these amazing creatures.” –Bailey Breedlove

“One of my fall favorites! Girlfriends and I are TRT (Tarantula Rescue Team) and move them off roads/trails so they don’t get squished.” –Patti Fitzgerald

Dirk Nelson, city attorney for Durango, announced his immediate resignation in a notice to Durango City Council on Wednesday morning, according to a news release from the city. An explanation for his resignation was not provided. (Durango Herald file)

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Dirk Nelson, city attorney for Durango, announced his immediate resignation in a notice to Durango City Council on Wednesday morning, according to a news release from the city. An explanation for his resignation was not provided. (Durango Herald file)

“Too bad. Knowing Dirk through my husband through many years, and as our attorney before he left his own practice, the city is losing a very ethical person. Durango has very few of those they can afford to lose. Good luck on your future endeavors Dirk.” –Melinda Ice