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Pro & Con: Ballot Issue 1A: Funding county roads and bridges

Yes: Public safety and economic needs require this small tax hike Safe and well-maintained roads and bridges are an essential component of our local infrastructure. Unfortunately, more of La...

DATE: Oct 4, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Pro & Con: Ballot Issue 1B: Funding a new airport terminal

YES: La Plata County’s future prosperity is dependent on good air service Over the last four years, the La Plata Economic Development Alliance has met with nearly 150 businesses, from people...

DATE: Oct 4, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Truck/light pole situation takes a turn for the worse

Another week, another semi takes out a traffic light or light pole. Is it me or is this happening more frequently? Last week, traffic backed up while CDOT repaired a truck-damaged pole on Ca...

DATE: Oct 2, 2016 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Neighbors: Hills alive with color for birthdays, anniversaries

By Ann Butler Neighbors Columnist It’s a perfect time to go for a mountain drive because the colors are vibrant for the birthdays of Patricia Martens, Mary (Crow) Dunla...

DATE: Oct 2, 2016 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

Starting early can help you get your picky eater to eat healthy

Picky eating can be a major obstacle for a parent, especially when it comes to getting your child to eat healthy. However, childhood is when lifelong patterns are formed, so it i...

DATE: Oct 1, 2016 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Bill would give online reviewers more freedom

The recent passage of the Consumer Review Fairness Act of 2016 in the Senate raises a new question about the reliability of online reviews for travelers. User-generated reviews on...

DATE: Oct 1, 2016 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

You may be surprised by how affordable health insurance can be

In addition to raking leaves and collecting brush, a top priority on your fall chore list should be a review of your health insurance. Changes in family size, income, tax credit ...

DATE: Oct 1, 2016 | CATEGORY: Creating Community

A helping hand for those who served their country

The main objective of the Veterans Service Office is to provide prevention, protection, advocacy and support services to veterans and their families so they can maximize their quality of lif...

DATE: Oct 1, 2016 | CATEGORY: Serving Veterans

A look at 1856 reminds us that past elections have also been messy

As we stagger through this year’s uninspiring presidential campaign, it might help to look back at the election of 1856, when, for the first time, the West yielded a presidential candidate. ...

DATE: Oct 1, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

County takes long view with taxpayer resources

For those of us who have been in La Plata County for any length of time, there is no question that our community has changed significantly – in the past several years and over the past sever...

DATE: Oct 1, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Headlines reflected area’s ties to the war

America was now involved in a two-front war in the European and Asian theaters. Young men regularly were going off to war either volunteering or being drafted. Rationing was a fa...

DATE: Oct 1, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Neighbors: Gold Star Weekend offers healing and comfort

By Ann Butler Neighbors Columnist Despite the tragic death of Littleton resident Dutch Vandegrift, who was killed in a car crash, the Gold Star Parents Weekend held for...

DATE: Oct 1, 2016 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

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.