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Hannah Primack celebrates her 90th in style

Having missed a month of birthdays because I was on medical leave, we’ll start fresh with birthdays starting Feb. 1. Here’s hoping the January celebrants had great birthdays, and...

DATE: Feb 13, 2017 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

The real Dodd-Frank scandal is misinterpretation

WASHINGTON – Comes now Timothy Geithner, treasury secretary from 2009 to 2013, to tell you that much of what you “know” about Dodd-Frank – Congress’ response to the 2008-09 financial crisis ...

DATE: Feb 13, 2017 | CATEGORY: Robert Samuelson

Utah’s ‘Mount Trump’ could make Bears Ears great again

While backpacking this autumn in Grand Gulch, Utah, we came across the beginning of a Mount Rushmore-type of monument. It’s 40-foot by 50-foot and closely resembles our 45th president. Could...

DATE: Feb 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Collaborative law reflects a different approach to addressing conflict

Weddings bring out the best in people. With the purest intentions and absolute sincerity, couples proclaim their eternal devotion to each other, have a great party and then live happily ever...

DATE: Feb 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Legislative session slowly ramping up

It seems to me as if the session just started yesterday, but the fact of the matter is, we are closing in on one month. It has been the slowest month I recall in my previous six years. ...

DATE: Feb 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Closing grazing allotments on Weminuche Landscape essential to promote viable populations of bighorns

This spring, the U.S. Forest Service will announce a long-awaited decision on the Weminuche Grazing Analysis Draft Environmental Impact Statement. Columbine District Ranger Matt ...

DATE: Feb 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Before you use a flight-delay compensation company, think twice

If you’ve experienced flight delays while traveling in Europe, you know the drill: At some point, an airline representative pushes a brochure into your impatient hands that promises you comp...

DATE: Feb 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

Here’s what you need to know to get a mortgage

Lenders are primarily concerned about three things when considering your loan for approval: income, credit and property. There are other aspects of your application that will be ...

DATE: Feb 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: On Real Estate

Tips for choosing a nonprofit to donate your money, time

Countless before me have remarked on the proliferation of nonprofits in La Plata County. We quote statistics of anywhere from 250 to 350 to 400 to the ultra-specific “gazillion.” The accura...

DATE: Feb 11, 2017 | CATEGORY: Creating Community

Deputy Jeremiah Lee honored by Colorado Cattlemen

By Ann Butler Neighbors Columnist I don’t know whether it’s because the La Plata-Archuleta Cattlemen’s Association writes great recommendations or if our local law enfo...

DATE: Feb 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

Our recreation economy depends upon public lands and the president

We are fortunate to live in Southwest Colorado, surrounded by a rugged and natural landscape that provides us opportunities not seen in many parts of the country. Not only do vis...

DATE: Feb 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

President’s inability to connect dots is alarming

Every day, the president’s behavior becomes more worrying. One day he demeans a federal judge who challenges him; the next day, without evidence, he accuses the media of hiding illegal votin...

DATE: Feb 9, 2017 | CATEGORY: Thomas Friedman

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.