Columnists - The Durango Herald

Music in the Mountains is like summer camp for adults

One of my favorite parts of summer in Durango is Music in the Mountains. It’s not only a time to enjoy great music, it’s a time to say hello to musician friends I see only during this amazin...

DATE: Jun 30, 2016 | CATEGORY: View from the Fort

Experiencing Cuba’s fine fly fishing

Cigars, old cars and saltwater fly fishing

DATE: Jun 30, 2016 | CATEGORY: Flies & Lies

Outcome of DA primary should largely settle direction of 6th Judicial District

Outcome should largely settle the direction of the 6th Judicial District

DATE: Jun 30, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Early diagnosis of diabetes can limit its damage

Type 2 diabetes mellitus is one of the most common chronic health conditions among adults in the United States. The hallmark of this disease is resistance to insulin. Insulin is ...

DATE: Jun 29, 2016 | CATEGORY: La Plata Health Watch

Speak out for quiet users on forest trails in Rico/West Dolores Area

The Dolores River watershed and backcountry needs your support. The Dolores District of the San Juan National Forest recently released a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for t...

DATE: Jun 29, 2016 | CATEGORY: Thinking Green

Race to sign up for fun Ryder Cup format

For most golfers, the words Ryder Cup are synonymous with a higher level of competition and just plain fun. That being said, the Animas Capital Management, Ltd. “Ryder Cup Format...

DATE: Jun 29, 2016 | CATEGORY: Clubhouse Porch

Who you are is where you were when

Yes, the headline is correct. People are a product of their upbringing and their environment. Where we grew up, when we grew up, how we grew up and the unique experiences we had m...

DATE: Jun 28, 2016 | CATEGORY: A Take on Tourism

If all had guns, America would be feared

For 21 years, I defended this country and gave more than anyone should, but humbly came back and tried to survive on those who could care less what we veterans truly give, and many can never...

DATE: Jun 27, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

City arborist gets a plum assignment on Florida Road

Why did the city cut down the rows of trees in the Florida Road median? They left these rows of ugly 3-foot-tall stumps. Is the city taking landscaping lessons from the Colorado Department o...

DATE: Jun 26, 2016 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Here’s some changes you can really believe in

Durango, Bayfield, Ignacio and all the areas in between make up La Plata County. These communities started in the 1880s as a hot bed for mining because of the discovery of silver...

DATE: Jun 25, 2016 | CATEGORY: On Real Estate

Those hidden resort fees may disappear

An alarming rise in mandatory resort fees is pushing the Federal Trade Commission to consider a change to its 4-year-old policy on the controversial surcharges. In 2012, the feder...

DATE: Jun 25, 2016 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

Subaru Traveling Trainers to visit the Four Corners

San Juan Mountains Association and the San Juan National Forest are hosting the Subaru Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers on July 11-17, with their focus on the Ice Lakes Basin trail located ...

DATE: Jun 25, 2016 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

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.