Columnists - The Durango Herald

At your vacation rental, more fees may be lurking

When I walked into my Hawaii vacation rental, I collided with a wall of hot, humid air. Instinctively, I scanned the house for a thermostat or air conditioner. I found a small wal...

DATE: Mar 2, 2019 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

What we save and what we leave

One of my indoor projects this winter is to go through an old trunk I have and sort out what to throw out and what to leave for my kids when I’m gone. It’s all part of getting my ducks in a ...

DATE: Mar 2, 2019 | CATEGORY: Authentic Aging

We work in local government to make meaningful contributions

When you walk into the Durango Public Library, what do you notice? Materials that are ready for you to check out. People meeting, talking, sharing a cup of coffee or attending an...

DATE: Mar 1, 2019 | CATEGORY: Shelf Life

Remember, pets need to be kept safe in winter conditions

By Chris Nelson La Plata County Humane Society What a winter we are having, with lots of snow to boot. If you have not already done so, it is time to make your cats and...

DATE: Mar 1, 2019 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

Disagreement may end friendship

DEAR ABBY: How do you break up with a friend? “Jenny” and I have known each other since high school, more than 30 years. Over the years, we’ve both moved far apart and see each other eve...

DATE: Mar 1, 2019 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Women’s Wellness Connection provides breast, cervical cancer support

These days, it seems rare to find someone who has not been affected by breast cancer. The overwhelming details that follow a diagnosis, including figuring out insurance, meeting ...

DATE: Mar 1, 2019 | CATEGORY: Creating Community

Four-wheel low

When I have to put my truck into four-wheel low to get out of my driveway, I know the dreaded disease of, “There’s no where to fly fish” is about to overtake me. She who must be ...

DATE: Mar 1, 2019 | CATEGORY: Flies & Lies

Boss is in love with secretary

DEAR ABBY: My secretary has worked for me for six years, and I have fallen in love with her. Neither of us is married. There are a couple of problems, however. The first is, ...

DATE: Feb 28, 2019 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Lawn Chair Kings kick off campaign

Rock band Lawn Chair Kings have been a vital part of the Durango music scene now for close to 20 years. Their sound has remained appealing to anyone who may carry a niche interest in music t...

DATE: Feb 28, 2019 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Law is already clear on rights of asylum-seekers

In January, I had the opportunity to travel with four other Fort Lewis College faculty members to the US-Mexico Border in Tijuana to witness first-hand the devastating consequences of U.S. p...

DATE: Feb 28, 2019 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

Plans stall after affair discovered

DEAR ABBY: I just found out that my husband of 37 years is having an affair. I have supported him in every way I could – raising our daughters, taking care of the household and holding a...

DATE: Feb 26, 2019 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Democrats, media to blame for ignoring Dreamers

WASHINGTON – The “Dreamers” lost again. As you will recall, the Dreamers are illegal immigrants who were brought to the United States as young children. Most have grown...

DATE: Feb 26, 2019 | CATEGORY: Robert Samuelson