Author - The Durango Herald

Eyes in the sky are coming, but not quite yet

Dear Action Line, The city of Durango recently announced the installation of speed control cameras at various locations. I would like to know just how strict this speed enforcement ...

DATE: Apr 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

When it comes to local law enforcement, it’s Ford vs. Chevy

Dear Action Line, I was driving around and noticed the Durango Police Department has Ford vehicles while the La Plata County Sheriff Office’s vehicles are adorned with a Chevrolet l...

DATE: Apr 21, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Public House 701 is closed

Dear Action Line, Why did the Public House 701 restaurant suddenly close, “permanently” per its website? I enjoyed the friendly and tasty addition to downtown Durango’s dining ...

DATE: Apr 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Gravel on roads is no laughing matter

Dear Action Line, The medians and shoulders of our roads and highways are awash with rocks, gravel and other unsightly debris. What’s going on, and why can’t local agencies clear up...

DATE: Mar 31, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

New sign in front of Boker Lumber is next chapter for storied property

Dear Action Line, What's up with the old Boker Lumber site? It's been on and off the market for years. And now it has a shiny new sign, but no one seems to know what's up. – Eagle-e...

DATE: Mar 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Can sales tax be used for Next Step?

Dear Action Line, The municipal elections are just a couple of weeks away, and thus, the “silly season” is in full spin. So, I beseech Action Line and its occasional, sometimes reli...

DATE: Mar 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

We didn’t start the fire – but what happens if someone does?

Dear Action Line: I can hear the wind howling now as I write this. Considering the warm weather we’re having, how is it looking for fire season? While you're at it, can you find out who ...

DATE: Mar 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

A flashing yellow light in the night

Dear Action Line, I find myself in acute intellectual misery as I attempt to determine why most of the flashing yellow left turn lights have been eliminated along the 160 corridor n...

DATE: Mar 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

River trail lover not in love with all of it

Dear Action Line: I am one of the many avid amateur cyclists who enjoys getting out onto the Animas River Trail to get a little wind in my hair (er, helmet). However, there are several s...

DATE: Feb 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Is someone watching me or am I just paranoid?

Dear Action Line: I’m an almost-daily visitor to south City Market. Last week, as I pulled into a spot, I noticed a trailer with solar panels at its base and a long pole with lights and ...

DATE: Feb 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

It’s all downhill from here

Dear Action Line: I’ve heard rumors that Purgatory will begin charging for parking next season. Is this true? – Concerned Skier Dear Concerned Skier, There’s nothing better than a skiin...

DATE: Feb 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Answer about post office just a stone’s throw away

Dear Action Line: The Post Office has had a rock propping open the door for weeks (maybe months) so the door is cracked open all day. Given the cold weather, it seems a bit wasteful on t...

DATE: Feb 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line