Donald Trump’s secret weapon? Latinos

Latinos are the ultimate swing voter. Most come from countries with socially liberal policies, but are culturally steeped in conservative values and norms rooted in the Catholic Church. And ...

The Public Health Water Lab: Safe drinking water for all

Access to safe drinking water is a fundamental need that supports community health, prevents waterborne disease and contributes to our overall quality of life. The La Plata County Public Hea...

Voting ‘yes’ on 1A: For our families, our children and the future of La Plata County

As a third-generation La Plata County native, I’ve always cherished this place. It’s where my family put down roots, where I grew up and where I’ve chosen to raise my own children. But for t...

Sibling doesn’t want to be therapist

DEAR ABBY: My sister, whom I dearly love, is going through some difficult times. She confides in me about her troubles, and I gladly listen and give advice. Although I am willing to listen a...

Woman keeps mom at arm’s length on social media

DEAR ABBY: I’m the mom of an 18-year-old daughter, “Leia.” We have always tried to keep the lines of communication open with our children, and we have what I think is a strong, positive fami...

Sex-drive disparity may stall relationship

DEAR ABBY: I’m a woman in my early 20s, and I have been dating my man for two years. I love him dearly and want to spend the rest of my life with him. He plans to propose before the end of t...

Dead leaves, ironically, lead to growing pains

Dear Action Line: While we love our Durango Fall Cleanup, things got confused this year. As we all know (except that guy down the street who piled up old furniture, carpet scraps and a d...

This November, we must protect election officials

The attorney general of the United States, Merrick Garland, had a reminder for the American people in remarks before a recent meeting of the Justice Department’s Election Threats Task Force:...

Two nights with the Stillhouse Junkies

Touring musicians need to be more than just good players. In the case of a band that’s on the road much of the year, they need to be both solid co-workers, and road trip partners. Your typic...

Relative’s spouse unwelcome at gatherings

DEAR ABBY: Many months ago, a family member’s husband was charged with possession of and distributing more than 10,000 items of child pornography. The police and Department of Homeland Secur...

Trapped fat: How to break the cycle and reclaim your health

For years, we’ve been told that the key to weight loss is as simple as “eat less and move more.” But what if there’s more to the story? New research suggests that some people’s bodies might ...

Mike Elliott at the center of nordic ski achievements and memories on Saturday

On the patio at the Powerhouse on the banks of the Animas River on Saturday afternoon were many of the Nordic skiers who put Durango in the news in the 1960s and 1970s for their cross-countr...