Columnists - The Durango Herald

Crime fiction newcomers are close to perfect

It's like asking which child is a mother's favorite, or whether a 1959 bottle of Henri Jayer Richebourg Grand Cru from Cote de Nuits is better than a 1971 Château Mouton Rothchild first-grow...

DATE: Jul 23, 2015 | CATEGORY: Murder Ink

Take a hike – and more: The adventures of Jenny and Goose

I always have loved the outdoors and found wilderness synonymous with adventure. When my daughter was born three years ago, I knew in that moment that she took her first breath that I’d spen...

DATE: Jul 23, 2015 | CATEGORY: Great Adventures of Jenny and Goose

10-year-old chef brings his own recipe to kitchen

How to cook with a 10-year-old: First, crack a beer. Next, put on Pandora. Accept that he refuses to wear an apron. Take five deep breaths. Explain to Rose, age 8, that no, when ...

DATE: Jul 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Adventures in Motherhood

To quit those cigarettes, use more than one tool

Twenty million Americans have died from smoking-related disease in the past 50 years. Among people younger than 18, the U.S. Public Health Service predicts another 5.4 million sm...

DATE: Jul 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: La Plata Health Watch

A solo jaunt to Hunters Run sharpens irons

Last week I was flying solo as my wife was out of town, so I decided to head over to Hunters Run in Oxford to play a round of golf. I am remiss in telling you it has been over a ...

DATE: Jul 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Clubhouse Porch

Executive order from the president is needed to prevent catastrophe

I continue to have a very busy summer. I have been given the opportunity to discuss the legislative session with folks from Pagosa Springs to Gunnison, and I hope to see many more citizens b...

DATE: Jul 21, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Neighbors 100 with panache and a great-great-grandchild

After living a life that required a great deal of hardy survival, Allene Pera has turned 100 in high style. A resident at Sunshine Gardens, she doesn’t need any assistance walking...

DATE: Jul 21, 2015 | CATEGORY: Columnists

Put profits first, then watch business grow

How healthy is your business? I’m not asking how big your business is or how much revenue it’s generating or how many employees you have. You know, those typical measures of succe...

DATE: Jul 21, 2015 | CATEGORY: Money Savvy

Fees attached to your hotel bill may shock you

The Fourth of July fireworks came a little early this year for participants in the Advisory Committee for Aviation Consumer Protection meeting at the Department of Transportation headquarter...

DATE: Jul 18, 2015 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

BLM should update oil and gas leasing terms

As a longtime resident, historical geographer, recreational guide and outfitter in the Four Corners region, I constantly see how our public lands are managed. Unbalanced multiple uses do not...

DATE: Jul 18, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Alternatives to prison

New tools allow for discerning whom should be locked up

DATE: Jul 18, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Worldly Todo Mundo links humanity through music

Santiago Orozco had an organic vision for what became Todo Mundo. When he arrived in San Diego from his native Columbia, he had ambitions of building a music career, but he had no...

DATE: Jul 16, 2015 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

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.