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Slow down: Time’s a’wastin’

To tell you the truth, I think maybe society isn’t a very healthy to be in with today’s technology, AI (artificial intelligence) and all the techies who keep coming up with more new and cons...

DATE: Sep 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Looking over your shoulder

The Animas River path is an added asset to Durango, enjoyed by many people of all ages and abilities. It’s a multiuse path for various activities, and with the growth of Durango, and the obv...

DATE: Sep 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

U.S. departure from Afghanistan

The desire to paint the Biden administration in a negative light during this election often recalls the tragedy of the Afghan citizens and 13 U.S. military personnel who were killed in the U...

DATE: Sep 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Elect Paul Black for District 3 county commissioner

La Plata County is in need of greater diversity on the Board of County Commissioners, particularly in representing our rural communities. Currently, commissioners are elected at large, meani...

DATE: Sep 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Matt Salka: A leader for all of La Plata County

As a lifelong Republican, I don’t take my votes lightly. I look for candidates who have the experience, a proven track record and the ability to represent all of us – regardless of political...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Put Next Step on the April ballot

Next Step would permanently change downtown Durango. Perhaps for better, perhaps for worse. Such a consequential, and a controversial, decision should not rest solely with five city councilo...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

The stealth assault

We keep hearing cries of “protect our democracy” from the Democrats and our news media does little to shed light on the silliness. The Democrats have refused to enforce the democratically en...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Protecting democracy

A recent editor letter invited readers to explain how countywide voting for commissioners is protecting democracy. To begin, La Plata County elects three commissioners, all three representin...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote down the Colorado gun and ammo tax

There’s an analogy that says democracy is like two wolves and a lamb voting on what’s for dinner. This is especially true for sin taxes. The public believes it’s a good thing if we can raise...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

A proven champion for small business

As a small-business owner, I’ve seen firsthand how Matt Salka’s leadership has positively impacted our local business community. During his time as the mayor of Bayfield, Matt worked tireles...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Public needs more information about Electoral College

The title of Mike Littwin’s Opinion page article in Sept. 8’s paper includes this startling statement: “Too bad your vote doesn't count.” He raises a question that should finally be answered...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote for the party that respects and honors women

I can sympathize with those who oppose abortion. I do not believe that any woman considers abortion lightly. But what happens when the government intervenes in a decision that should be betw...

DATE: Sep 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor