Columnists - The Durango Herald

Understanding the June primary election

You have probably all noticed that it is election season, and while the General Election is still almost six months away, Colorado’s primary is fast approaching. Voters in the Ju...

DATE: May 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Responding to my climate change denying friends

A letter to the editor (Herald, Jan. 10) got my attention. It would seem that its author and I are living on different planets. The writer calls professor and former NASA scientis...

DATE: May 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Population Matters

Community’s support of the arts something to appreciate

As I approach the end of my tenure as the exhibits director of the Durango Arts Center, I cannot help but reflect, with appreciation, on our community’s sincere support of the arts. ...

DATE: May 19, 2016 | CATEGORY: View from the Center

4-H grows bountiful garden, strong character

Spring is always an exciting time of year. Southwest Colorado’s weather has been predictable in its unpredictable manner. So, no matter if it is rain or shine, it’s time to get ou...

DATE: May 18, 2016 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Now is the time to transform our energy economy

As the world transforms in response to technological innovation and evolving political preferences, chaos claws at order, building the future with every rip and tear. It’s a pain...

DATE: May 18, 2016 | CATEGORY: Thinking Green

Mix heirloom, hybrid vegetables for a reliable harvest

Editor’s note: Get Growing, written by the La Plata County Extension Office’s Master Gardener Program, appears during the growing season. It features timely tips and suggestions for your...

DATE: May 18, 2016 | CATEGORY: Get Growing

Golf provides opportunities for frustration, glory

Earlier in the week, I was listening to one of the morning anchors of ESPN Radio talking about his golf game. It was not very flattering. No confidence builder for him, and the same goes for...

DATE: May 18, 2016 | CATEGORY: Clubhouse Porch

Life was a cabaret thanks to Durango Choral Society

The phrase “sing for your supper” comes to mind when thinking about the Durango Choral Society’s Cabaret fundraiser. Although, of course, they sang for our supper, more or less. ...

DATE: May 17, 2016 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

Money for dock distorted public process

I attended the first public meetings to discuss the recreational role Lake Nighthorse would serve in the La Plata County region. But the presenters made it clear that discussion of power boa...

DATE: May 16, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Don’t give Tipton a free pass on gas bill

In response to your recent editorial on the Thompson Divide (Herald, May 6): As someone who has worked on the Thompson Divide issue for a very long time as part of the diverse coalition work...

DATE: May 16, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Bicyclists need to slow down, share road

Two encounters in one week have prompted this first-time letter to the editor, and it pertains to the local bicycle community. I was here before this bicycle phenomenon started. ...

DATE: May 15, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Liquor battle may end inconveniently

The drive to have full-strength beer, wine and eventually liquor sold in grocery stores is being hailed as a convenience and something the average consumer wants. Given all the l...

DATE: May 15, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

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.