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Drug use in schools should stop

School is where many young people experiment with drugs. They believe that doing drugs will make them cool, or they genuinely enjoy how drugs make them feel. It is shocking how easy it is to...

Demand change in federal marijuana law

States have legalized marijuana for medical and recreational use, which is federally illegal. Marijuana is classified under the Controlled Substance Act as a Schedule I narcotic. This means ...

Marijuana use impedes success in life

It’s been really evident to me since its legalization that marijuana is a huge issue that has negative effects on citizens. I have personally seen the long-term effects of consuming marijuan...

High schools have rules for a reason

A woman’s strength is determined by who she is on the inside, the beauty within herself. We all have the basic right to express ourselves freely – but when it is appropriate. Syd...

Vote to put a woman on the $20 bill

The stories the past few weeks featuring the outstanding women in our community are so inspiring. Many thanks to the Herald for shining the spotlight on our local heroines. For years, I’ve b...

Strength not a matter of risque dress

In response to Miki Spies’ letter to the editor (Herald, March 16), women have a right to be themselves and be powerful. However, there is a time and a place for such things, and a yearbook ...

Near-nudity does not provide confidence

In response to Sydney Spies’ letter (Herald, March 12), I am a 16-year-old girl. I have been wracking my brain trying to figure out how posing half-naked for a yearbook picture makes you a s...

Pave roads to improve health, safety

Dirt roads cause many problems within a neighborhood. The dust and debris not only causes health issues such as difficulty breathing, but they also cause homes and vehicles to be filled with...

Immigration rules read the same for all

As I read the third Herald front-page headliner (March 17) about French resident Sonia Belouniss and her problems with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, I am reminded of my many trips to ...

Round up electric bill for emergency aid

As a board member of United Way of Southwest Colorado, I recently had the opportunity to sit in on a weekly, confidential Community Emergency Assistance Coalition funding meeting. Representa...

Check council’s record, elect McHenry

I’d like to urge readers to review the voting record of our City Council if they want the facts regarding what’s happening in our community. Actions speak louder than words. Despi...

Sean Waddell is what Durango needs

I may not live in the city, but I do own a business within the city limits and understand that Durango needs a City Council that will help move Durango forward and not waste money. ...
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