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$85 million airport a flight of fancy

Let’s all say this together: $85 million. In order to fully understand exactly what the proponents of “a new airport terminal” are proposing, let’s all have one of those community gatherings...

DATE: Sep 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Respect, honor due all law enforcement

In the early afternoon of Sunday, Sept. 4, I was pulled over by Cody Hawman, city of Durango Police officer. Yep, the one and the same officer of note in recent days as the focus of perceive...

DATE: Sep 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Be bold and buck the two-party system

We are only two months away from electing a new president. This election has been unlike any other. It scares me to think of what will happen to our country if a charlatan like Donald Trump ...

DATE: Sep 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Buddhist snowboarder for U.S. Senate

As Colorado voters consider the complex ballot before us this November, there is one outstanding candidate running for the U.S. Senate who is worth your support. His name is Arn Menconi. ...

DATE: Sep 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Create a new route to get across town

Trying to walk on Camino del Rio, as any local knows, is a cross between walking a tightrope with grease and death. It is dangerous. There has been speculation on ways to make Camino del Rio...

DATE: Sep 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

McKnight does not know right from wrong

There are many questions that arise from reading the story (Herald, Sept. 2) about the county commissioner candidates’ forum, and they all center around the intention of one candidate, Lyle ...

DATE: Sep 8, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

City should restore the Arc of History

I have to wonder at the reasoning of the Durango Arts Commission to abandon the Arc of History, in part, to avoid “sending the message” that vandals could damage city property and the city w...

DATE: Sep 8, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

New airport represents the wrong priority

In response to the mayor’s op-ed regarding voting “yes” on the new airport terminal (Opinion, Herald, Aug. 28), I have the following questions: Why is the airport expansion being ...

DATE: Sep 8, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

County needs to account for road funds

According to recent government data, the federal government takes in a little over $93 million per day on fuel taxes, 365 and one-fourth days per year. When these fuel taxes were...

DATE: Sep 6, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

ColoradoCare answers readily available

With respect to Leah Kartokin’s letter (Herald, Aug. 28) concerning her questions about ColoradoCare at the county fair: I apologize that we were not able to answer all her questions; it is ...

DATE: Sep 6, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Questions for Rep. Tipton need response

I wonder if Rep. Scott Tipton, as a candidate for re-election to the 3rd Congressional District, would have time to respond to some questions and allow his responses to be posted to the edit...

DATE: Sep 6, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Amendment 69 crucial for Coloradans

I support Amendment 69, ColoradoCare, because it’s crucial for all Coloradans to have health care. ColoradoCare provides comprehensive health care for all, ensures equal opportun...

DATE: Sep 6, 2016 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.