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After 30 years, Durango has changed – for the better

On a hot, clear day exactly 30 years ago, two really great people – Patricia and Bill – drove a rented gray van southward across Utah to drop off strange cargo in Durango. Their d...

What to look for in home inspections

Home inspections are one of the most important decisions in purchasing an older home. There are many issues that may affect the livability, value of the home and cost of ownership. ...

U.S. credit cards can let you down when overseas

If you happen to drive down the Brenner Autobahn between Austria and Italy this summer, here’s a little advice for crossing the wind-whipped Europabrücke, or Europe Bridge: keep a little cas...

Looking back into the flames

Reflections on the fire that killed 19 firefighters one year ago

Celebrating 25 years and 400 trained leaders

We come in all shapes and sizes: bankers, journalists, elected officials, nonprofit executive leaders, board members, volunteers and professionals, Girl Scout troop leaders, teachers and pri...

Working-class rock is alive and well in Durango

The aspiration of fame and fortune should be the last thing on the list of what you want to achieve when you put together a band. It’s really an unattainable goal. For every band that sells ...

Clubhouse Porch

I first want to congratulate the 2014 U.S.Open Women’s Champion Michelle Wie on winning on that unforgiving Pinehurst No. 2 course last weekend. While we have seen our share of er...

At the 4-H state conference, La Plata County kids shine

I hope everyone is having a great start to summer. June has been a fun-filled time for many 4-H members who have participated in a successful in-state exchange program, natural ...

Do your part to reduce possible issues with bears

With bear activity picking up, here are some tips and resources for avoiding problems with bears. Vehicles and garage doors Reports of bears breaking into vehicles, she...

Fish and Wildlife is utterly failing to protect lynx

Who cares about lynx? I ask this question for two reasons. One: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, by law, is supposed to care about lynx, but doesn’t. Two:...

A perfect and tuneful summer day at the lake

There are great views everywhere you look in La Plata County, but few are more beautiful than the vistas from the home of George and Joan Spicer, which overlooks Electra Lake. The...

Do you make these mistakes when budgeting?

Contrary to popular belief, the purpose of a budget is to help you get what you want, not to deprive you of having fun. A powerful tool, a budget can lead you to your dreams, but ...