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Man spends money meant for daughter

DEAR ABBY: My oldest granddaughter will be looking at colleges soon. My son and her mother are divorced. My parents gave my son (their grandson) money to put away in accounts for his daughte...

Kelly: The Masters’ no-cellphone policy would be refreshing change in all sports

From professional to high school games, experiences would improve

How do I convince my neighbors to fire-proof their property?

Dear Rachel, I, like many Durangoans, am worried that an unprecedented fire season is on the horizon. My family and I have put a lot of resources and effort toward fire mitigation o...

Renewable energy’s benefits shine amid surge in oil prices

Gyrations of the international oil market caused by the war in Iran and blockade of the Strait of Hormuz reinforces the value of renewable energy sources. The wind and the sun are free fuels...

We are losing local farmland – and with it, open space and stability

“The farmer is the only man in our economy who buys everything at retail, sells everything at wholesale, and pays the freight both ways.” – John F. Kennedy One of the reasons people come her...

The Pope isn't Trump's political rival. He's God's Messenger

Last year, Pope Leo XIV questioned whether the “inhuman treatment of immigrants” is consistent with being pro-life. This year, on Easter, he said, “Let those who have the power to unleash wa...

La Plata County Commissioners: Prepare for wildfire season right now

The La Plata County Commissioners are using this space to issue an urgent call to action to every resident and business in the county. We face one of the most extreme fire seasons in history...

How sustainable businesses strengthen La Plata County

In a place like La Plata County, where our outdoor landscapes, rivers and open spaces are central to our identity, protecting the environment also supports industries that depend on it, from...

Man’s online shopping drains patience

DEAR ABBY: My husband of 50 years sits in his chair for hours at a time making online purchases he thinks are a necessity or just plain intriguing. We get two or three packages a day, which ...

Lawn Chair Kings turn 25

It was a quarter century ago when local rock band Lawn Chair Kings first came onto Durango’s scene. A perfect band for the aging, ex-skateboarding punk rocker or any lover of independent mus...

Lower cholesterol naturally: 5 science-backed steps for a healthier heart

When patients come to me worried about their cholesterol, I always start with this: Cholesterol is not the enemy. It is a marker. When it is elevated or out of balance, it is usually your bo...

Backcountry turkey hunting and the Roadless Rule are both worth protecting

Twenty years ago, I had the privilege of first crossing paths with Durango resident David “Elkheart” Petersen at a public meeting of the Colorado Roadless Areas Review Task Force in Pueblo. ...