With no mention of the Mueller Report being released on Sunday, the Monday Herald devoted a half-page to recycling the unsubstantiated and largely discredited attacks on Superintendent Dan Snowberger and…
We came for the recreation. We’re voting for streets. We visited Durango last April to confirm that our research and intuition were correct about Durango possibly becoming our new home.…
As a person who usually supports tax increases for valid needs, I am reluctant to support ballot measure 1A. Road repairs are important, but I feel that recent road projects…
Everyone blew it on Russia-gatebut we can see a pony underneath
Senate Bill For over 30 years, whenever even modest legislation or regulation has been put forward that would strengthen oil and gas policy in Colorado and hold industry accountable for…
The ballots have been mailed and it is time to participate! Our town continues to grow and we have needs and lack of funds. I am supporting the 1A sales…
I am grateful for two exceptional City Council candidates – Barbara Noseworthy and Kim Baxter. Both have served on our local boards and commissions, giving their time and sharing their…
Vote for Marcos Wisner. We need a diverse City Council. It’s not about who has spent the most time on committees or in public meetings. It’s about having a citizen…
Durango is about to elect two new city councilors. I am backing Kim Baxter and Barbara Noseworthy because each has a strong background for this position. Baxter has spent 10…
Recently, the City Council approved the formation of a long-term finance committee, based on a flawed proposal by the city manager. Thankfully, Melissa Youssef, alone, advocated for withholding determination of…
In times of political madness, the Argentine magical realist is essential
I am quite upset about our Democrat-controlled Legislature voting to give up our influence in national elections by trying to do away with the Electoral College. They simply don’t understand…
The perfect resume for city councilor includes many qualities, educational accomplishments and experience, but one extremely important factor across the slate is each candidate’s experience with big, complex budgets that…
A vote for Jack Turner is a vote for a cleaner energy future at the La Plata Electric Association. Energy technologies are changing rapidly, requiring knowledge and experience to navigate…
When voting for city councilors, we must consider Durango’s current needs as well as our vision for our future. Candidates Barbara Noseworthy and Kim Baxter provide positive answers to both…
I support Barbara Noseworthy and Kim Baxter for City Council because they are skillful, thoughtful, and both want to fix our financial situation. Both have the financial and executive backgrounds…
Shame on the Durango Herald and the anonymous parent who felt it necessary to “skip to the front of the line” and sensationalize the Durango High school student activity on…
I have been involved in providing primary care medical care for 32 years and have encountered many ways that our medical system is failing. The costs of insurance, medications and…
Voters have a serious question to mull on taxes, and several fine candidates
On Sunday, Feb. 24, I unexpectedly heard from a real hero, Rep. John Lewis of Georgia. He made a short presentation at the Academy Awards. In this age where many…
Patrick McKay’s recent letter, “ Contrary to the claim that the Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act lacks consensus, the legislation – which is a combination of four previously introduced…
Pay attention and think carefully before voting on 1A. We have heard that if 1A doesn’t pass, streets will deteriorate and will need to be reconstructed rather than maintained, costing…
Natural gas and oil production does a lot for our state. From supporting over 200,000 jobs to providing revenue for government services, our lives are enriched thanks to our energy…
These are critical times for our community and who we elect for our next City Council will make a big difference. I endorse Kim Baxter and Barbara Noseworthy. I think…
Judge tells Dems: Quit playing games; Democrats say: But it was our turn!
I am supporting Barbara Noseworthy and Kim Baxter for City Council due to their varied and impressive professional experience, which they will use to provide leadership to tackle Durango’s challenging…
Barbara Noseworthy and Kim Baxter should be the future of Durango’s City Council. They have backgrounds of commitment to our city and proven skills to help us move forward. Barbara…
What is with the potholes in the entrance to the shopping center? I am talking about the huge ones by the old Payless entrance. Who is responsible for the repair?…
I am voting YES on 1A on the April ballot because I love Durango and I want visitors and locals to be amazed by our infrastructure and natural beauty. I…
Lately, there have been many letters written by whimpering Democrats concerning abolishing the Electoral College. It was written into the Constitution because the smaller colonies did not want Philadelphia and…
