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Mountain lions are our natural allies

I’ve hunted practically as long as I can remember, pursuing small game, upland birds, waterfowl, and deer, elk and caribou. It’s been a lifelong passion, and helped shape my values as a care...

DATE: Sep 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

Convention wisdom says mall not the right place

Dear Action Line: Recently I came up with an excellent idea, but don’t know who to tell it to, so have opted for Action Line as an all-knowing disseminator of information. Before the pan...

DATE: Sep 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Crossing structures help migrating wildlife

With fall upon us, big game animals are on the move from summer ranges in the high country back down to lower elevation winter ranges. That inevitably means elk and deer are crossing highway...

DATE: Sep 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Thinking Green

Truth is out there for all to see in Aurora while Republicans promote a dangerous lie

We can argue all we want about who won the Harris-Trump debate, but there’s no question who lost: Aurora. The people of Aurora were slandered in the service of a racist lie that Trump gleefu...

DATE: Sep 20, 2024 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

A remedy from depression and/or anxiety is out there

If you’ve read any of my previous columns, you know, I struggle with depression. For 2½ years, I’ve gone in and out of severe clinical depression. I am free from depression for the time bein...

DATE: Sep 20, 2024 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

Heritage and home: Durango School District opens doors to diversity

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month! From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, we celebrate the rich culture, history and contributions of the Hispanic community that enhance our nation and schools. In Durango Sch...

DATE: Sep 20, 2024 | CATEGORY: Columnists

Helping people has become full-time job

DEAR ABBY: I enjoy helping my friends, my partner and family members. I feel doing good deeds is important in my retirement. My hands are pretty full with getting my elderly dad to medical v...

DATE: Sep 20, 2024 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Localism: Creating a cohesive community

At the heart of La Plata County are people who serve their neighbors in countless ways through their roles working in locally owned, independent businesses and nonprofit organizations that a...

DATE: Sep 19, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local First

Volunteers power the Colorado Trail

The Colorado Trail, an iconic 567-mile high-elevation trail that crosses the Rockies, owes its existence largely to Gudy Gaskill, a charismatic, 6-foot-tall woman who could make tough things...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

Wiebeck and Leavitt play Durango

It all started with the bass for Tracy Wiebeck. The local musician, who moved to Durango in April 2021, grew up an Air Force brat, moving around in his youth so much that he’s kept moving as...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Master your blood sugar: The key to weight loss and health

Imagine a simple change in your diet that could help you lose weight, curb cravings and boost your energy, all while protecting your long-term health. The secret lies in controlling your blo...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

Some conversations can look like interrogations

DEAR ABBY: I appreciate you offering your booklet “How to Be Popular” to people who are uncomfortable or uncertain in social situations. I don’t know if these tips are included, but here’s w...

DATE: Sep 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby