Columnists - The Durango Herald

Seat belts save lives

The sign read “Buckle up, it’s the law.” Just a short time later, there was a bumper sticker announcing that “Seat belts save lives.” Perhaps I had begun to take for granted that seat belts ...

DATE: Oct 27, 2023 | CATEGORY: La Plata Health Watch

Just mining our business in Horse Gulch

Dear Action Line: Durango is such a unique town in a million ways. Many interesting things grab our attention such as the old generator on Florida Road, Malfunction Junction, all the sid...

DATE: Oct 27, 2023 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Welcome back, Nuggets. Something to cheer for again

Finally, some great news. Our NBA-title-defending Nuggets tipped off the basketball season on Tuesday with a 119 to 107 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Before the game, NBA hoopla included ...

DATE: Oct 27, 2023 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Getting down to the ‘Nitty Gritty’

Sometimes all you need to do is ask. Next thing you know, you’ve got loads of musicians saying “yes” to your question, and you’re on your way to recording one of the most influential bluegra...

DATE: Oct 25, 2023 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Creative builders get rural housing done

Here’s a statistic to be unhappy about: Colorado and Utah host the fifth and sixth most expensive housing markets in the country, according to Bankrate.com. But here’s the good news: Two rur...

DATE: Oct 25, 2023 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Holiday venue change leads to bickering

DEAR ABBY: For the last six years, my partner and I have hosted family Thanksgiving dinners. I always spend more time and energy than I have to make it beautiful and successful. This year, I...

DATE: Oct 24, 2023 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

‘River illustrates paradox well’

Our state Legislature outlined a path for Colorado to take bold moves to address the aridification within our state. The Colorado River Drought Task Force, created by the new law, has been d...

DATE: Oct 24, 2023 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Prop HH responsible tax cut, net benefit for Coloradans

Over the past two years, Colorado has witnessed a shocking 40% surge in housing costs, an alarming trend that has left Coloradans grappling with financial strain as their incomes struggle to...

DATE: Oct 24, 2023 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Doctor’s visit ends in confusion

DEAR ABBY: I am a man in my 50s. A few months ago, I had a routine doctor’s appointment, with a new primary care physician. I intended the appointment to be a complete, regular physical. I d...

DATE: Oct 24, 2023 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Riding lessons

What riding a horse can teach you about the world around you

DATE: Oct 22, 2023 | CATEGORY: Sports

When a skunk goes after your garden

Skunks love autumn as our backyard gardens fill up with ripe vegetables. But in my northern New Mexico corn patch, that meant a determined skunk chowing down on ears of corn every night. Wha...

DATE: Oct 22, 2023 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Demolition derby, Fairgrounds ‘difficult decisions years in the making’

La Plata County will celebrate its 150th birthday in 2024 and for 75 of those years, the La Plata County Fair has celebrated the rich agricultural and rural heritage of the county. The fair ...

DATE: Oct 22, 2023 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.