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PBS one of America’s best investments

We oppose President Trump’s proposal to wipe out federal funding for public broadcasting. Seventy-three percent of Americans, both Republican and Democrat, agree. At...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Bettin tuned in to character of our city

Durango is growing and thriving. We’ve a diverse, passionate community facing modern challenges to manage our growth and uphold the great heritage that makes living, working and ...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Youssef an outstanding council addition

Melissa Youssef would be an outstanding member of Durango’s City Council. Through many years of community involvement, she has proven her ability to work with others towards sol...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Don’t fall prey to anti-science claims

I am writing regarding Frances Dance’s letter (Herald, Mar. 21). I sympathize with her hyperthyroidism. My uncle had the disease and had to have a total thyroidectomy. However, that is no re...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

We have been fortunate to have Brookie

With elections for the City of Durango fast approaching, I write in support of the re-election of our former mayor and present councilman, Dean Brookie. I have known Dean for sev...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Health coalition supports fluoridation

The Community Health Action Coalition (CHAC), a group of 158 caring individuals from local health agencies that have worked tirelessly to improve the health of La Plata County residents for ...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Brookie’s energy essential on council

Dean Brookie has my support for two main reasons, and I hope he’ll have yours as well. Dean did outstanding work on behalf of us all after our beloved river turned yellow, and wa...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Bettin’s experience ideal for city council

I have known Chris Bettin for several years now, first as a volunteer youth basketball coach, then as a local business owner and friend. Chris’ diverse background and decades-long associatio...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Brookie’s leadership has made city better

Having known Dean Brookie’s leadership for nearly a decade, I proudly offer my enthusiastic endorsement for his re-election to City Council. Sound leadership is the art of knittin...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Bettin is a man of integrity

One of the hallmarks of a wonderful community are the people that live in it and the relationships they are able to form. Ten years ago, I was truly blessed to get to know my neighbor, Chris...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Bettin seeks balance on housing issues

My family made the move back to Durango two years ago with plans to spend the rest of our lives in this incredible community. With so many budget and regulatory items on the dock...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Tipton and Gardner must be accountable

Rep. Scott Tipton has joined the ranks of Sen. Cory Gardner when it comes to being inaccessible and lacking accountability. I called Rep. Tipton’s Durango office this morning to ...

DATE: Apr 1, 2017 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor