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Schirard a man of character, honor

For eight years I had the pleasure to work for La Plata County at the La Plata County Sheriff’s Office. I worked alongside Sheriff Duke Schirard, who is up for re-election. I got to know him...

Base vote on more than just ‘choice’

Democrats seem intent on making this election about choice. What else explains the barrage of ads in the Colorado U.S. Senate race with the false narrative that a woman’s right to get a lega...

Eating palm oil is harming orangutans

I recently have been reading, and I learned that by eating palm oil, we are destroying the orangutans’ homes! Palm oil is made from palm trees, the only place orangutans call home. By buying...

Housing termination not mandated

In reference to the story, “Renter finds federal aid, marijuana don’t mix,” (Herald, Aug. 10): HUD does not compel a public housing authority to terminate assistance of a current tenant who ...

Schirard cares about La Plata County

I have known Duke Schirard for many years. He was always helpful, honest and caring as marshal of Bayfield. He did a great job. I also have had real estate business dealings with Duke, and a...

Evaluate candidates on experience

Serving on many local and state hiring committees for public-service jobs, the bottom line for choosing the most competent applicant is finding a knowledgeable individual who can think criti...

Lieb’s experience best suits treasurer job

My husband and I relocated to this area in appreciation of the natural beauty and the spirit of community. These attributes are enhanced through community leaders whose service honors the pe...

Vote for J. Paul Brown for state rep

We are in support of J. Paul Brown as Colorado state representative for House District 59. We have known and done business with J. Paul since he moved to Ignacio. Our children attended schoo...

Work to avoid planetary disaster

The headline “Much pomp, little action” (Herald, Sept. 21) about the climate marches in New York City timed in conjunction with the meeting of UN leaders doesn’t tell the whole story. Sure, ...

County needs moderate commissioner

The recent issues in Montezuma County (“Monument land,” editorial, Herald, Sept. 26) regarding the county commissioners attempting to block a private landowner from selling his property to C...

Lieb is right choice for treasurer

An accounting degree does not automatically translate into accountability. Accountability must be earned. Integrity, fairness and transparency are components of accountability. Bobby Lieb, ...

Airport parking issue is about money

I am always amazed how politicians can find solutions to nonexistent problems. But then the obvious and the stated are never the real problem. Take the new regulation to ticket ve...
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