Columnists - The Durango Herald

Stewardship is for all. A small gesture can go a long way.

Looking back, the last few weeks were a blur. I am not sure where the month of May went, but June was quick to take its place. Starting the season off strong, SJMA welcomed our seasonal stew...

DATE: Jun 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Boötes tills the skies

Greetings, stargazers. The very bright star near zenith at dusk is Arcturus. It is the fourth brightest star in the night sky, and a very tiny bit brighter than Vega, which can be seen risin...

DATE: Jun 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: What's up in Durango Skies

The Mystery of Western Messaging Petroglyphs

There is a style of petroglyphs or rock writing that is not Native American. Neither is it historic inscriptions left by Westward-moving pioneers. It is a coded set of symbols called Western...

DATE: Jun 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Gulliford's Travels

Mother-in-law shows signs of problems

DEAR ABBY: I am fortunate to have a great relationship with my in-laws. We live half a continent apart, so although we video chat often, we get to see them in person only two or three times ...

DATE: Jun 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Durango Chamber of Commerce: A catalyst for local business growth and advocacy

Durango is fortunate to have many valuable organizations working together to support local business, and today, I’d like to shine a spotlight on the Durango Chamber of Commerce and some of i...

DATE: Jun 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: From the Chamber

‘Always at the mercy of prejudice and bigotry’

Unhoused, transient, vagrant or bum. Pick whichever term feels best for you. It makes no difference, our health and hardships aren’t in question. How we got there and how we’re doing are of ...

DATE: Jun 7, 2024 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Flirtation with past endangers present

DEAR ABBY: I have been married to a wonderful man for 17 years. Recently, I reconnected online with an old high school flame. We have been talking about my hometown, which is where he lives....

DATE: Jun 7, 2024 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

‘No intention of raging against my aging’

As Evelyn Couch said to Ninny Threadgoode in Fannie Flagg’s “Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe”: “I’m too young to be old and too old to be young. I just don’t fit anywhere.” I t...

DATE: Jun 7, 2024 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Durango Arts Center: A spectacular May and exciting June ahead

Durango Arts Center is abuzz with artistic energy as we transition from an eventful May into an even more exciting June. With Jason Lythgoe stepping into the role of executive director, the ...

DATE: Jun 5, 2024 | CATEGORY: Columnists

Routines enhance well-being, including routine fun

We’ve slipped into the first week of June and school’s officially out for summer. Sleepovers, lazy mornings, lemonade stands and a summer tan are all that matter now. For a moment, I ride th...

DATE: Jun 5, 2024 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Embracing lived experience: A win-win for everyone

Our Own Lives is a new nonprofit in Southwest Colorado and will serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with a wide array of supports. Formerly the direct service arm o...

DATE: Jun 5, 2024 | CATEGORY: Creating Community

Narrowing and simplifying in our later years

A dear friend I’ve known for 30 years has moved to Santa Fe and now no longer answers his phone. This is the only way I have to connect with him, and now what? His partner says it’s just too...

DATE: Jun 5, 2024 | CATEGORY: Authentic Aging