So to fill the gap and help us commemorate this day, the Herald’s lead story was about an artist using her own hair in her paintings (“Local artists’ medium ‘luxurious,…
I propose that these people compose a petition that explains their claims and intentions not to comply with the city’s directive, and to ask those who agree with it to…
The virus around the world is a terrible thing, as we all know. New data is coming over the news every day, some true and some not true. It should…
One option is COBRA, whereby laid off employees can opt on to their workplace health plans by paying the full cost of premiums. That is, if the employer still offers…
I am saddened by the closing of three of my favorite restaurants: Red Snapper; Pura Vida Cafe, in Vallecito; and Eno’s Wine Bar. We all probably recognize that with economic…
If I choose to wear a yellow shirt today, it doesn’t impact you. Why do you care if I’m wearing a mask? I am an unapologetic mask wearer. I don’t…
The chief justice was in Lincoln’s way so Lincoln drove around him
So where is the emergency? How long will this City Council mask-wearing order last? When will there be a public hearing before the council acts? If you want to wear…
The Constitution guarantees all Americans the right to live as they choose. Whether it be running businesses or practicing the religion of our choice, we all have the right to…
Normal speech releases around 200 viral particles/minute. Loud speaking or laughing emits around 1,000. Studies show this micro-spit floats around in a still space for up to eight minutes. Experts…
A tableau vivant, from the Royal Collection Trust; reprinted by English Heritage, “Bored During Christmas? Try these four festive Victorian things to do,” Dec. 21, 2016.du1-i-syn There are several examples…
They are also vulnerable to corruption, especially if sweetheart deals are made with out-of-state bidders without any skin in the game. And, planning, with real data and the experts to…
The majority of Colorado voters consistently believe the government does not have the right to meddle in this issue. Coloradans have repeatedly rejected abortion bans at the ballot box –…
This problem at Oxbow will not become a “distant memory,” as she says. It will get worse. There will not be adequate parking when this project is finished, especially when…
They did not protest giving up their rights to travel afar because of gas rationing. Nor did they protest not making birthday cakes because of food rationing. They sacrificed individual…
These people, as well as their ideological cohorts without weapons, are dangerous to America on a numbers of levels. Obviously, the Second Amendment zealots irresponsibly bringing weapons of war to…
City also right to move ahead withelectric vehicle readiness plan
The risk of death for anyone under the age of 60 and in good health is exceedingly low. Despite this, I see young people wearing masks as they walk their…
Of course, the city or county attorney would not be able to subpoena any personal information on these patients. But he could at least be able to get numbers. I…
Many people are facing debt, bankruptcy, loss of livelihood – and for what? COVID-19 is no worse than seasonal flu. The statistics are inflated and falsified. More and more doctors,…
Council took the right step this weekto help us reopen thoughtfully
This attitude will do more long-lasting damage to this community than any virus ever will. Durango is a great community, I assume that’s why many of you moved here. And…
This will relieve the burden on businesses and individuals. My question is, why it is not a county ordinance? Many groceries, coffee shops and businesses outside city limits are dealing…
Councilors stated their only goal is to reduce the spread of the virus. We have more than flattened the curve, we’ve stayed home, we wash our hands, we’ve maintained the…
On May 22, 1932, FDR opened his mouth and out came the motto of the New Deal
I have appreciated how hard local government and the citizens of Durango work to foster this feeling of closeness and inclusiveness and have often referred to Durango as the perfect…
He complained bitterly very loudly but he went. Freaking guy! At least he was wearing a mask. I felt like telling him off, but I decided against doing that observing…
If I want shoes, I can go to Big 5, but I can’t shop at Brown’s Sport Shoes. If I want a backpack, I can go to Backcountry Experience, but…
Is this when we should have a paid-leave tax on the ballot? Are they kidding?
I continue to be impressed with President Tom Stritikus and his leadership team. Tom, along with Provost Cheryl Nixon and the very fine faculty at FLC, engineered a transfer of…
