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Trump and Musk pose a clear and present danger

President Donald Trump created the Department of Government Efficiency and appointed Elon Musk to lead it without the approval of Congress. How it is funded is not clear. Without approval b...

DATE: Mar 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Sleeping safe is a right, council must respond

Over the past several years it seems that the City Council has become mired in disagreement over a number of issues, our unhoused neighbors in Durango being one of those issues … even to the...

DATE: Mar 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Where is Jeff Hurd? We need a responsive representative, staff

Our Rep. Jeff Hurd, and his staff are actively avoiding voters in this district. That is probably because he is voting to increase tax breaks for the wealthiest, disregarding traditional Rep...

DATE: Mar 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote common sense and vision, vote Shirley Gonzales

I am super impressed with the kind of person Shirley Gonzales is. She’s soft-spoken about her accomplishments, so it takes a conversation with her to learn about the amazing level of public ...

DATE: Mar 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote ‘for’ 2A, ongoing investment in Durango

In 2005, Durango residents voted for a ½ cent sales tax to fund parks, recreation, and open space. This money fueled community quality of life and safety improvements often taken for granted...

DATE: Mar 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Lewandowski seeks your vote for LPEA District 3 board

The La Plata Electric Association cooperative started supplying power in 1940 and it served to turn on streetlights, improve agriculture and foster regional commerce. Electricity serves the ...

DATE: Mar 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Reelect Buell, a supportive team player, to improve Durango

I am writing in support of Jessika Buell, candidate for reelection to Durango City Council. Jessika and I served together on city council between April 2021 and April 2023. She was a joy to ...

DATE: Mar 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Vote for a better Durango, vote Kip Koso for council

Kip Koso is running for City Council! We are fortunate to have called Kip a friend for over 40 years, so we can tell you about his outstanding character and why he deserves your vote. Kip i...

DATE: Mar 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

We must remember, study and learn the lessons of history

Bret Stephens’ column (Herald, Feb. 22) correctly provided a brief history lesson explaining the rise of the Nazi party in Germany. The focus was the current movement in Germany and other co...

DATE: Mar 14, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

City council has fiscal responsibility to residents

Durango City Council is in a unique situation regarding locations to ease the crowded spaces for City Hall and the police department. I encourage council to pause and look at their options, ...

DATE: Mar 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

San Juan Symphony concert, ‘What Music Is’

“What Music is”– now there’s an odd title for a concert. Or an odd way to pose a question I wouldn’t usually ask of a performance. It made me stop and wonder. Well, the San Juan Symphony t...

DATE: Mar 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

I am ashamed to be an American

The America that swept fascism from the Pacific and Western Europe 80 years ago is no more. Trump has launched an assault of lies and demands against Ukraine including stripping the wealth o...

DATE: Mar 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

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Photos: DHS girls soccer advancesDemons defeat Riverdale Ridge 1-0 in the second round of playoffs15001119Goalie Ryne Neiman of Durango High School makes a tackle against Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of the state playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)Ellis Campbell of Durango High School battles for the ball while playing Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/ Durango Herald)19682010The Durango High School bench looks on while playing Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)13922010jm@durangoherald.comLila Scherer-Sickler of Durango High School heads the ball for a goal against Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/ Durango Herald)15782010Lila Scherer-Sickler of Durango High School heads the ball for a goal against Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)14272010Lila Scherer-Sickler of Durango High School heads the ball for a goal against Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/ Durango Herald)14292010Goalie Ryne Neiman of Durango High School saves a shot attempt by Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/ Durango Herald)18831500Lila Scherer-Sickler of Durango High School celebrates her goal against Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)15422010Lila Scherer-Sickler of Durango High School celebrates her goal against Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)14862010Peyton Cioppa of Durango High School looks to pass the ball against Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)20771500Lia Schowalter of Durango High School fights through the Riverdale Ridge High School defense on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)16822010Lilly Fitzpatrick clears the ball in front of goalie Ryne Neiman of Durango High School while playing Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)13662010A good-sized crowd was on hand cheering on Durango High School while playing Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)12092010Lauren McClellan of Durango High School passes the ball while playing Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)16832010Goalie Ryne Neiman of Durango High School goes after a shot attempt by Riverdale Ridge High School on Saturday at DHS during the second round of playoffs. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)11191500
Photos: DHS girls soccer advances
Demons defeat Riverdale Ridge 1-0 in the second round of playoffs
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