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Summer fun is no excuse for disregarding the rules

OK, May came and went, and I’m not sure if that was spring or still winter. Now June is upon us, and I’m almost positive it is summer. After living in La Plata County for almost ...

DATE: Jun 7, 2014 | CATEGORY: To Protect and Serve

We are united in belief that people deserve dignity

A house divided against itself cannot stand. When Abraham Lincoln included these words in a speech to the Republican Convention of 1858, even his friends found them inappropriatel...

DATE: Jun 7, 2014 | CATEGORY: Creating Community

Parents: Take care to make all children feel special

I know a very sweet family that includes an 8-year-old girl who may be exceptionally gifted. (I personally believe all children are gifted in some way.) This little girl excels in school, re...

DATE: Jun 7, 2014 | CATEGORY: Patient Parenting

Lake Nighthorse an example of where greater citizen participation is needed

On a sunny day, I heard the gentle whirling of sprinklers on my neighbor’s lawn. I could see the new lawn mower revving up across the street. More walkers, bikers and kids were out and about...

DATE: Jun 7, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Ethical duties crucial but vary for prosecutors, defense

Last year, I was indicted by a La Plata County grand jury for doing my job. The case against me was dismissed, and I was cleared by the Colorado Supreme Court Attorney Regulation Counsel. Go...

DATE: Jun 7, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Local communities value McPhee, Dolores

The story titled “McPhee puts a plug in Dolores” (Herald, May 29) treats one of the most valued resources in Montezuma and Dolores counties in a manner that is judgmental and completely lack...

DATE: Jun 7, 2014 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Making Ute history live

The enduring legacy of Clifford Duncan

DATE: Jun 6, 2014 | CATEGORY: Gulliford's Travels

More than just a glass of red, white or rosé

Mea culpa, also known as “confession time.” I have to admit that I pretty much only go to events if a) I have to go for Neighbors or b) a close friend is throwing a party. There...

DATE: Jun 6, 2014 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

Understanding pre-qualification and pre-approval

In the home-buying process, the majority of conversations tend to revolve around mortgage interest rates and capitalizing on the low rates. This makes sense, as current interest rates are ar...

DATE: Jun 6, 2014 | CATEGORY: On Real Estate

Keep your rod in one piece: Don’t do these

It seems amazing that a rod built to fight and land fish of all sizes and weights is so fragile. Just when I think a fly-fishing trip is going smoothly, I get reminded that fly rods are brok...

DATE: Jun 5, 2014 | CATEGORY: Flies & Lies

Elder Grown wins online vote, festival slot

In a new trend in festivals, promoters are experimenting with different ways to book lineups. While demo tapes, 8 by 10 glossies and electronic press kits are traditional methods of audition...

DATE: Jun 5, 2014 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Now’s the time to plant your warm-weather crops

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

DATE: Jun 4, 2014 | CATEGORY: Get Growing

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