Your day in court
Waiving defendant’s right to claim ineffective lawyers is a bad idea
DATE: Sep 27, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
Hollis Walker
Position: Opinion editor
Email:
hwalker@durangoherald.com
Phone Number:
(970), 375-4522
Jeffco schools
How rewarding to see high school students standing up for education
DATE: Sep 27, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
San Juan Skyway Looking to the future at its 25th anniversary
When visitors and locals alike share stories about their experiences in Southwest Colorado, inevitably Mesa Verde, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or hiking are included. Add t...
DATE: Sep 27, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
Now is the time to start finding the perfect college
As the leaves change colors and the new school year begins, it is time for college bound high school juniors and seniors to begin the college match process.
The more information ...
DATE: Sep 20, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
Rural police get militarized
Pentagon gives battlefield gear to rural Western counties
DATE: Sep 20, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
Believe me, Hermosa bill amendment needed
When I introduced the Hermosa Creek Watershed Protection Act in May of last year, I did so because the effort was community-driven and the goals outlined in it – protecting both the land and...
DATE: Sep 20, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
Respect, listen to others’ political viewpoints
I consider myself a political chameleon. Whenever I encounter someone who argues passionately for one end of the political spectrum, I defend the opposing side. Not because I think my oppone...
DATE: Sep 20, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
Wrestling with fire, water in off-season
I’m up for re-election this year, but with no opponent, my life is simpler without an active campaign to mount. However, I’ve been busier than ever with one or the other interim committees t...
DATE: Sep 18, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
U.S. Rep. Gardner changes his tune on state water issues
Recently, both of Colorado’s U.S. Senate candidates, Rep. Cory Gardner and Sen. Mark Udall, spoke at the Colorado Water Congress’ summer conference. According to local news reports, they bot...
DATE: Sep 13, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
Understanding premarital and marital agreements
The Colorado Uniform Premarital and Marital Agreements Act became effective on July 1, replacing the previous law in its entirety. It mandates various procedural requirements in order to cre...
DATE: Sep 13, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
Fifty years of wild places
Conservation Corps, The Wilderness Society partner on stewardship
DATE: Sep 13, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
In 1911, Durango saw good times, bright future
Looking about, Durangoans could not help but be optimistic in 1911. Times were good and seemingly getting better. The future appeared bright, indeed, as these quotes, all from the Durango Wa...
DATE: Sep 6, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman
