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Clear goals, not just values, shape best policies

When I issue an edict to the young people who live with me, they frequently demonstrate their potential as future skeptics. Instead of docilely accepting the order, they instead pepper me wi...

Democrats rushed election reform bill before its time

After a secret, monthslong process that occurred without any input from my office, voters, or Republican legislators, Democrats rammed through legislation that fundamentally changes how we r...

Knowing the ins and outs of how to properly buy real estate

Now that the economy is on a steady ascent, you have a good job, and your 201k has turned back into a 401k, the future is looking bright, so you decide it is time to buy a house, upgrade to ...

Mexican dinner supports Mountain Middle charter

There were so many Cinco de Mayo activities last weekend, I doubt that anyone got away without a dip of guacamole, a sip of margarita or the spritely sound of mariachi music. Moun...

It’s a tree – how about a hug? There’s a lot to learn from giants of the forest

OK. I admit it. I’m a tree hugger, but I am not profligate in my affections. Only certain species receive my embrace. I can’t remember when I started hugging trees, but I’ve alway...

Treasure hunters, please inquire within

By David Strawn I’m qualified to be the next Indiana Jones, right? Dreaming of a chest of gold, rubies, diamonds and antique jewelry worth over $1 million and rumored to be hidden...

Narrow Gauge runs add trail option this year

This year will mark the 36th running of the Narrow Gauge 5-kilometer and 10-mile races. This historic icon of the Memorial Day weekend is the oldest footrace in Colorado and continues to dra...

Hey kids: DJ means disc jockey

If vinyl is making a comeback, then the DJ may as well make a comeback, too. I’m not talking about what passes for a DJ in today’s world of electronic music. I’m talking about a p...

Celiac disease a hard one to keep up with

Celiac disease continues to be an increasing issue for local residents. It’s not our imagination, it is increasing. Based on 2012 information from the Mayo Clinic, 1 percent of the U.S. popu...

Why public’s oversight role shouldn’t be cut

Most of us would agree, government is a large, powerful entity that needs proper oversight. We may disagree on many things, but public oversight of government is usually not one of them. ...

Making meatballs from scratch teaches kids how to prepare food safely

My mission to spend less time in the kitchen is going well. It’s a good thing, because by the time we get inside to consider dinner, it is quite late. When I bring up b...

3 local alumni teed it up for a shot at the Open

Right off the top I want to acknowledge the efforts of three area golfers who traveled to Bernalillo, N.M., a few days ago to attempt to qualify for the upcoming U.S. Open through the Sun Co...