Wildfires burn across the American West while our community deals with the fallout of the Lightner Creek fire. Currently, wildfires are consuming more thousands of acres across Colorado, with fire…
The survey finds broad skepticism toward Trump’s argument that this will benefit the U.S. economy, and instead, most think it will hurt our economy. Colorado Gov. Hickenlooper has taken steps…
I called the La Plata County Department of Motor Vehicles and asked for help. After confirming my documentation, the very patient staff person said she would mail it out that…
Naturally, you have to first thank and praise each and every one of those hardworking firefighters and law enforcement folks for being so well-prepared to respond as quickly and efficiently…
Hate is a destructible emotion. It darkens the soul, poisons the mind and brings pain and suffering to the body. Love is the divine soul of the highest attribute of…
Please sign CCL’s letter, and help persuade lawmakers to act now to avert the disastrous effects of climate change. Our focus is to get federal legislation passed to enact a…
According to the results of a recently completed poll, conducted by me, from October 2012 to the present, the Herald’s coverage of this topic has consisted of 162 articles presented…
The occasional campground security drive through and mounted sheriff patrol was seen as friendly and not an intrusion. The family theme may have gone overboard in the park, which traditionally…
While making a good point, it appears there is misunderstanding. In actuality, the path is a legitimate swath of open ground through thick oak brush that was likely made 100…
I guess you’re stuck with all the letters to the editor, a few of which are worth reading. Most of them are repetitive opinions that don’t add anything to what…
The Durango Herald<br><br>The city of Durango’s 33rd Street put-in signage for river users is comprehensive and cautionary, but it sits away from the water and more may be needed in…
Journal Photo/Jim Mimiaga<br><br>Native fish on the Lower Dolores River use deep pools like this one to seek refuge during drought.du1-i-syn Conservation Colorado is an environmental organization, and the score is…
And it’s not only the cost to U.S. taxpayers. There’s acquisition of privately held property. Most of the already-constructed wall is on public land. Landowners along the border have multiple…
After having the house lot surveyed and favorable approval from the six or seven governmental agencies, I went to the department for closure. This was a mere beginning. The department…
Will your “Consumer Freedom” amendment of the Better Care Reconciliation Act really exempt members of congressional families from the essential benefits provisions? I hope you have not forgotten that your…
Rosa Sabido (Herald, July 2) is an illegal immigrant and should be treated as such. A lot of immigrants did the right things to stay; why shouldn’t she? Dale Morris…
Motorcycles have been allowed to share the trails! Now I dodge deep gouges and ruts, exposed roots and rolling rocks as well as having to endure the noise and smell…
SHAUN STANLEY/Durango Herald The moon passes out of the line of site with the sun as both near the P It will fall on Monday, August 21, on an arc…
The article about north City Market and Mac’s Liquors (Herald, June 23) was distressing at first glance, for two businesses next door to each other fighting over space. Taking another…
I do not blame Fox News for reporting a fact of life downtown; I blame the progressive city council for not addressing the problem. Yes, I understand the threats coming…
Mac’s Liquors parking area had been held under lease by City Market since 1981. At that time, a rate of payment, schedule and schedule of increase was established. The past…
First of all, thanks so much for the amazing job you are doing. I’m Paul, a huge fan of anything coming out of Colorado and the mile high city. Even…
When I came here four years ago from upstate New York, I didn’t understand the torrent of patients coming in asking for “their medication back” for known severe psychiatric disorders…
Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williamsdu1-i-syn At 0.09 percent, that is an extremely small fraction of the state’s 3.7 million registered voters, but it’s still a significant protest, and it’s…
An awful lot of us are operating with flabby brains! We waste our mental energy memorizing negative bumper-sticker concepts and then shouting them as loudly as possible at our similarly…
Kim Raff/Associated Pressdu1-i-syn That’s a big win for Colorado, a big nod to outdoor recreation’s ever-increasing economic clout and a big affirmation of the love for public lands. As Utah…
You know, we’re not the only community that has that trouble with droners; they are everywhere. You say, “lock them up.” I say to them, Droners, if you want a…
I am also concerned about how few folks educate themselves about issues, vote, and get involved. At 73, I’ve figured out where I stand; Trump’s election has helped me do…
But the article left out another Leo Lloyd – his grandfather. Dr. Lloyd came to Durango in 1936, and was a co-owner of the old Ochsner Hospital (currently known as…
Julie Westendorff was a prosecutor for the Southern Utes; she was also a Realtor and understands how county policies directly affect home and business values. Brad Blake owns two separate…
