Columnists - The Durango Herald

African countries need to slow population growth to prevent famine

I have had the good fortune to have visited five of the 54 countries in Africa. Each has left me with a strong image. When I think of Cairo, Egypt, I think of a man leading a donkey cart wit...

DATE: Jan 30, 2022 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Long COVID affects many people who get virus

You may have heard it referred to as post-COVID-19, long-hauler syndrome or long COVID. The official title of the condition is Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection, or PASC. SARS-CoV-...

DATE: Jan 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: La Plata Health Watch

History of abuse hidden for years

DEAR ABBY: During my teenage years, I was repeatedly raped by my brother. The emotional and physical damage has left my life broken. He is now in a long-term relationship. Should I tell his ...

DATE: Jan 28, 2022 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Fiance’s lady friends pose problem

DEAR ABBY: My fiance, “Peter,” has a number of female friends I’m not comfortable with, primarily because they are women he “had” interest in before we started dating. He says he has told th...

DATE: Jan 28, 2022 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Old friends adapt to new romance

DEAR ABBY: I’m in a new relationship with a man I have known for 30 years. We had our own lives, married others, had kids and then split with our spouses. After all this time, we have finall...

DATE: Jan 28, 2022 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Niece still hasn’t repaid loan

DEAR ABBY: Several years ago, my adult niece, with whom I am very close, found herself in some legal difficulties and needed an attorney. At the time, because of some medical issues, she was...

DATE: Jan 28, 2022 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

How can we help find books that interest you?

When I first started working at the Ignacio Library, one of the fun tasks of the staff was creating displays. I enjoyed pulling books and other materials on a particular topic and adding fun...

DATE: Jan 28, 2022 | CATEGORY: Shelf Life

The case for unified, mindful development

At Local First, our mission to create an economy that values people, the planet and prosperity for everyone extends beyond our work with the local, independent business community. While pres...

DATE: Jan 28, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local First

Reflections over the past 40 years

Forty years ago, I came to Fort Lewis College. I remember sitting on the bench just north of the chapel looking down on Durango, and thought, “Wow, the next four years of my life will be in ...

DATE: Jan 28, 2022 | CATEGORY: From the Chamber

Durango Cool Jazz presents Catherine Russell

Suat Gulec loves jazz. The Turkey-born, now Durango local and self-proclaimed “jazz freak” loves jazz music so much he’s moved beyond just being a fan of the music and jazz pianist. His lat...

DATE: Jan 27, 2022 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Web prompts feelings of inadequacy

DEAR ABBY: I'm a lesbian. My girlfriend and I have been together for a couple of months now. We fell in love quickly and we’re getting ready to move in together. I’m really excited about it,...

DATE: Jan 25, 2022 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

A bird’s-eye view of Oppie Reames Nature Trail

Action Line: Today’s quiz: Where on Earth is the Oppie Reames Nature Trail and who was Oppie Reames? – Leaving a Trail Dear Leaving: Good question. Really good question. Tallahassee? Ti...

DATE: Jan 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Action Line