As a lifelong educator and former state representative deeply invested in promoting public education, I am saddened to learn that Sen. Michael Bennet’s super PAC has accepted millions of dollars…
The threats have never been more real – or the stakes higher
Competence matters. That seems like an obvious statement, but when you are talking about energy, it could not be truer. Competence is what is needed going forward so LPEA makes…
I understand why some community members are asking questions about building a new school while the district is discussing enrollment declines and budget challenges. Those are fair questions, and they…
When Axis Health System approached the La Plata Economic Development Alliance about the Opportunity NOW grant Axis received to create Healthcare Workforce Pathways, it was because of the Alliance’s proven…
With rising prices at the grocery store and the gas station, the term “affordability” seems to be everywhere. But for many in our community, affordability isn’t just a buzzword –…
Even a bike town has work to do to protect cyclists and pedestrians
I am proud to endorse Naomi Riess for Colorado House District 59. I have known Naomi for more than a decade, both as a client and as collaborator on planning…
In response to the letter, “Opt-out students deserve better treatment,” (Herald, April 27), regarding the treatment of students who opted out of state testing, I would like to provide additional…
The letter, “Remember the victims of 1776,” (Herald, April 22) certainly is not aging well. It identified British atrocities during the American Revolution, then appeared to indirectly smear alleged modern-day…
In deciding who you will choose to elect for LPEA District 4 this month, please ask yourself: Will you vote to re-elect David Luschen, or elect John Purser for the…
Over the past year, I have met one-on-one with all of our City Council members while advocating for better bike and pedestrian infrastructure. While I am not privy to internal…
Although I agree the mall would be a great venue for indoor pickleball courts, I question the idea of the city footing the bill for such an endeavor. After all,…
It’s perplexing that preserving legal public stream access remains one of the most untouchable topics in the Colorado legislature. Our state’s constitution boldly proclaims that every natural stream belongs to…
So, we’ve gone around the moon. That’s nice. Sorry to be less than enthusiastic, but we had six crewed landings on it between 1969 and 1972. Are we supposed to…
Under President Obama, annual deportations peaked around 400,000, without today’s expanded detention cruelty. Under Trump, deportations averaged 250,000, yet detention expanded, adding costly payments for unnecessary and often unconstitutional punishment…
I am writing in response to John Purser’s letter (Herald, April 27) questioning whether LPEA’s departure from Tri-State will deliver the reliable, affordable power members were promised after Craig Station…
We are proud to support our daughter, Jodi Zuber, for a position on the LPEA board of directors. Jodi brings something that truly matters right now: real-world experience managing budgets,…
I have lived in Durango since 2006. During that time, I have worked with rural electric cooperatives across the country researching and sharing information about rural energy innovations. I met…
The League of Women Voters was founded to help newly enfranchised women exercise their hard-won right to vote. Over more than a century, that mission has grown far beyond the…
Paying a utility bill to a monopoly provider can be frustrating, especially as the cost of living rises. That frustration might tempt you toward “change for change’s sake.” But as…
I read the recent coverage of the Durango City Council’s selection of mayor and mayor pro tem with interest (Herald, April 24) and would like to offer a perspective based…
LPEA members deserve transparency, accountability and a voice in major decisions. That is why I support John Purser for the District 4 board seat. Over the past several years, LPEA…
I recently learned about this website – https://morethanjustparks.com/congressional-public-lands-score – and entered 81301. The results for Rep. Jeff Hurd were an “F.” I think this deserves news coverage, and he should…
The article detailing the City Council’s departure from long-standing procedures for selecting the mayor and deputy mayor is deeply troubling (Herald, April 24). Public trust is not lost overnight –…
