We were in Durango for a wedding and took our grandchildren to Santa Rita Park. It is absolutely beautiful. We were having such a good time when our hearts stopped…
Why has the Herald not reported on the governor’s trip to Bilderberg? What important issues was he dealing with in Italy that will affect our state? Jim Madison Bayfield
We are voting for Tim Walsworth for La Plata County treasurer and encourage you to do the same. As longtime locals, we understand the importance of the county treasurer position.…
I’m disappointed in The Durango Herald for, in my opinion, disrespecting our local military and first responders three times in the past month: A first responder (fireman, if I remember…
It is time for Al Harper to take responsibility for his greedy and irresponsible decision to keep the coal-fired train running. The train should have been stopped when we began…
I am a property owner in Durango currently living in Europe, and I keep informed about the fire situation each morning through The Durango Herald. Many thanks for such wonderful…
The economy has been hit hard this summer because of the fires. Silverton has been especially affected because of the closure of U.S. Highway 550, and the train stoppage. Now…
In response to Lynda Norton’s letter shaming us for blaming the train, I agree that blame is not a useful game and I too share gratitude for the firefighters. Perhaps…
With the upcoming election around the corner, I wanted to know why we here in Southwest Colorado are not being informed better regarding our state and local politicians running for…
I am writing in support of Tim Walsworth for county treasurer. I met Tim 14 years ago through his excellent work as CEO of United Way of Southwest Colorado. I…
Outwitting Mother Nature is virtually impossible in a year of severe drought in which she has given us just a few inches of snow and almost no rain, setting the…
Colorado has an excellent opportunity for itself and the nation to elect an attorney general who is progressive, smart, experienced, tough and able to push back against the federal government’s…
I watered during this last dry winter as advised by Durango Nursery and others. I was happy to pay for the additional water but was not aware that my “sewer…
I was just on your website looking at some of the photos of the fire, and I was appalled to see photos of the helicopters and slurry bombers that were…
Shaun Stanley/Durango Herald – Pedestrians along Main Avenue are reflected in the windows of the Durango Welcome Center.du1-i-syn When a large portion of your economy is based on tourism, there…
The 4th of July is approaching, and we’re a year and a half into “restoring” American greatness. So how’s it going? Admittedly, I just can’t see that a mentality of…
Like most Coloradans, I am interested in seeing our state transition toward a clean renewable energy economy. Benefits include lower energy costs, lower greenhouse gas emissions, better health, and increased…
On May 24, Community Connections, Inc. participated in the Sky Ute Casino Resort’s and Southern Ute Tribe’s 19th Money Booth. CCI was among a handful of area not-for-profit organizations to…
My wife and I are business owners in downtown Durango and we work with the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) on a regular basis. BID helps my business, as well…
For the past three elections, Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District has been a graveyard for the Democratic Party. 2012: Scott Tipton 53 percent of the vote, Sal Pace 41 percent. 2014:…
In regards to the upcoming primary election for La Plata County Treasurer, I would like to make the important distinction between speaking “negatively” of an elected official versus holding one…
I met Tim Walsworth while serving on the board of the United Way of Southwest Colorado many years ago. While on the board, Tim reinforced the importance of financial integrity…
Did an extensive search on the Herald website and couldn’t find a single sentence on the subject of the lowest unemployment numbers of black workers for the previous month. Same…
If Karl Hanlon wins the (Democratic) primary election June 26, citizens of the 3rd Congressional District will be the big winners. I believe Karl has the best chance to defeat…
Holy Smokes! While our community is again facing its greatest challenges; while friends and neighbors battle fear and wrestle with uncertainty, forced from their homes for days; while we join…
City officials are showing initiative in identifying a location for the homeless to bed down, as the threat of fire along the city’s edges limits options and a possible final…
Colorado has a proud history of defending lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer rights. Our state legalized same-sex marriage back in 2008, 7 years before it was federally mandated. Additionally,…
I have to hand it to the Forest Service. They have perfected the playbook of closing the forest only after the damage is done. I have seen this playbook executed…
Wow … what a woman … what a life (Herald, May 25)! Aunt Juanita, you have inspired us all! I didn’t realize the effect that you have had on my…
