Soldiers of the Southern states fought heroically for their belief in states’ rights. They weren’t going to trade the tyranny of Great Britain for the tyranny of a government dominated…
Yes, we understand that Democrats were upset when Al Gore and then Hillary Clinton lost their elections. But that is no reason to violate the Constitution that has served our…
But as happens so often when there is inadequate oversight of the top tier of an organization, the people at the apex tend to develop the attitude that rules only…
Only problem is that Elijah Cummings, who went ballistic, is on record as saying the same things. The mayor of Baltimore, Stephanie Rawlings Blake, is shown on the local TV…
In my 13-plus years in Durango, I’ve experienced nothing but professionalism and integrity working with Christina Rinderle. She served two successful terms as mayor of Durango and has been involved…
Durango City Council takes a clear step toward keeping promises and faith
There are for sure other means to acquire the funds necessary (i.e. rates based on usage or tiered charges based on consumption – see the city of Los Angles) rather…
In the article, the estimated cost for fighting the 416 Fire was stated as $40 million, yet the Forest Service has only asked for $25 million. We know there were…
Colorado State University conducts this torture right now. Is it really for West Nile Virus when there has been no evidence it’s helped prevent or treat WNV in humans or…
Let’s not forget the embarrassing “hanging chad” from the 2000 presidential election, where old-school unreliable voting machines were in use when state-of-the-art methods with a paper trail could have brought…
It’s a chaotic system, not designed for patients, but for profit. A friend’s twin granddaughters were born premature, their lungs undeveloped at seven months. They – and their very stressed…
Fifty years ago, America turned to a man who needed a small vacation
I have noticed for years that you will never see any wildlife in the woods if some tourist has brought a dog along. I know that dogs love running freely…
The fencing approved is a metal mesh fencing very dangerous for the wildlife, not only the deer but the birds who don’t see the fence and get caught in the…
I do not agree. The writer complained of the train using its horn through town. Actually, that’s a steam whistle, a rare 19th century sound, and blowing the whistle at…
Would you be concerned to know that there is only one cardiologist at Mercy who handles emergencies and all patients with heart issues? Only one gastroenterologist? Only one pulmonary physician?…
Last week, Rep. Scott Tipton co-sponsored the Public Land Renewable Energy Development Act. The bill would increase production of wind, solar and geothermal energy on federal lands and provide funding…
I have worked in rural hospitals and clinics for 34 years and see Medicare as the shining example of an equitable and humane method of providing clinic visits, medications, and…
First off, Ms. Cure is the chair of La Plata County Democrats. Claiming that President Trump threw a wrench into the negotiations for comprehensive immigration reform is a flat-out lie.…
There are, I suspect, stupid and greedy people everywhere; possibly even in Hermosa. Racist? Think back from the time of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. where racial problems have erupted…
Let’s face it. We are all immigrants. Native Americans are the only indigenous people in the U.S. And what about freedom of speech? Trump is an immigrant – a fact…
Like the great Marx – no, Groucho, not Karl! – whatever it is, I’m against it. People should have the freedom to formulate their own opinions and believe in them…
Counties against ‘red flag’ law might want to reconsider their position
So much money to fund a city department that fully discounts the wants and needs of its users. The article clearly states that despite two statistically valid surveys and additional…
I was impressed by the forthright, diligent and forward-thinking investigation by the staff and directors, knowing that being environmentally and financially responsible is a priority. I was also impressed by…
Since Coram has been our state senator, he has done virtually nothing to reduce gun deaths. In fact, his record is so awful that he even voted against a ban…
No, Mike, we don’t hate America; we hate what the present administration is doing to America. Do you really approve of a person telling members of Congress to go back…
Since evangelical Christians compose some of Mr. Trump’s angry, under-informed base, I present this quote – it’s from an old book that some Christians once held as sacred: “But now…
