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City might run out of words in Sustainability Action Plan

Aren’t you constantly amazed at the politically correct gobbledygook from our elected officials? Specifically, this pertains to the City Council “Sustainability Action Plan” announced via th...

DATE: Aug 30, 2015 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Will airline fees force fliers to stay home?

What’s your breaking point? When do you say “That’s it – I’m never flying again!” It’s no academic question for America’s airlines, who continue to provoke passengers with new fee...

DATE: Aug 29, 2015 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

Gauging Colorado water quality

Who sets the standards and why

DATE: Aug 29, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Spill’s responsibility lies at top of EPA

There has been an alarming lack of information disclosed by the EPA concerning Gold King mine spill. Having spent much of my professional career in mine and environmental reclama...

DATE: Aug 29, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Brooklyn band in town for San Juan Brewfest

Now in its 17th year, the San Juan Brewfest remains Durango’s premier beer-tasting and the second-largest fundraiser for United Way of Southwest Colorado. On Saturday, Buckley Par...

DATE: Aug 27, 2015 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Adverse childhood experiences harm adult health

It is not easy to discuss, but this subject, which is important to the health and well-being of our children – and indeed our society, deserves to be brought from the shadows into the spotli...

DATE: Aug 26, 2015 | CATEGORY: La Plata Health Watch

The business of growing up is complicated

I feel a little blasphemous admitting to you that I am feeling just fine about transitioning out of the perma-freedom days of summer into a little more structure. Maybe it’s beca...

DATE: Aug 26, 2015 | CATEGORY: Adventures in Motherhood

Birdies the only prize for our local club pros

Forget the selfies, they are passé, so keep your eye on the birdie. Or should I say birdies, as the fourth annual Birdie Fest, to benefit Adaptive Sports Association, will be held...

DATE: Aug 26, 2015 | CATEGORY: Clubhouse Porch

Music at the lake makes perfect summer day

A beautiful August Sunday, an even more beautiful Electra Lake and – I seem to be repeating myself – beautiful music made for a memorable experience. (It was time for a new adjective.) ...

DATE: Aug 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

Panhandling? Support our local charities

What should we do about panhandling in downtown Durango? This is a tricky subject to say the least. Like many communities around the country, Durango has experienced a dramatic in...

DATE: Aug 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: What's Up Downtown

City’s ‘libary’ directional sign is one for the history books

I was recently in Durango visiting my sister, Debbie Williams, who thought that Action Line might find the attached photo of interest. Taken at the old public library, the sign drew our atte...

DATE: Aug 23, 2015 | CATEGORY: Action Line

River spill was a signal to end business as usual

Our Animas River received a serious insult recently. Fortunately, the river seems to be recovering, but we cannot predict what the long-term effects will be. Contractors working f...

DATE: Aug 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Population Matters

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.