The LPEA election is in full swing and, as expected, people who oppose progress and reliable, sustainable and affordable electricity are spreading misinformation and engaging in cruel personal attacks against…
William Shakespeare famously asked, “What’s in a name?” The meaning behind the famous reply – “a rose by any other name would smell as sweet” – suggests there is more…
If you do not receive Rep. Jeff Hurd’s newsletter, you should. What you will see is Hurd smiling – a lot. Smiling in Pueblo, smiling in Crestone, smiling in Delta,…
COVID-19 and the pent-up consumer demand that followed led to higher-than-usual price increases for both materials and wages, which have continued. Prices have a way of doing that, seldom falling…
At a time of significant drought, attendance at La Plata County’s Fire Ready Expo on Saturday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds makes good sense. From 10 a.m. to 3…
An Action Line inquiry this week asked whether it was safe to abandon “No Mow May” early because local lawns are already getting long after a warm spring (Herald, April…
As the Second Regular Session of the 75th Colorado General Assembly winds down, the conversation once again centers on the State’s annual budget. On April 30, the General Assembly finalized…
There’s less than a week left in the legislative session, and we’ll be working through the weekend to get bills across the finish line. If you’d like to learn more…
Durangoans, you’re the nicest, most pragmatic people I can imagine climbing into a lifeboat with. I wondered how that happened. I am by nature both curious and a people-watcher, so…
Have you heard of Phil Weiser for governor? Maybe not, or maybe only from the Herald’s disappointing headline (Herald, April 13), “Weiser takes aim at Bennet at Durango event.” Michael…
Two and a half years ago, Fr. John Jatau came from Nigeria to Durango to assist and then lead our parish, St. Columba. He has truly been a man of…
Susan Atkinson’s opinion (Herald, April 20) is right that energy policy has real consequences. When projects are delayed or costs increase through tariffs and regulation, consumers pay the price. That’s…
We are handsomely paid for our protests. I have been protesting for many years – the Vietnam War, women’s rights, Black Lives Matter, No Kings, just to name a few.…
La Plata County’s lead in human-bear conflict is nothing to celebrate By nearly every meaningful measure, this region ranks near the top in human-bear conflicts, from sightings and trash-related incidents…
The West is staring down a dangerous wildfire year. A dry winter and historically low snowpack have set the stage for a potentially severe 2026 fire season. But the deeper…
I have lived in Durango for more than 50 years and have known Jodi Zuber for more than 30 of them. Jodi is the daughter of one of my best…
As of April 1, LPEA, our electric cooperative, has exited its restrictive contract with Tri-State and is now finally able to truly serve its members. This means keeping electric rates…
I am an avid walker in our beautiful city of Durango. My dog and I make good use of the Animas River Trail and enjoy the many improvements over the…
May 5 is Cinco de Mayo, a holiday rooted in Mexican history that has been adopted by millions of Americans, both Latino and non-Latino. Tom Emery The holiday is actually…
Beginning in the 1950s, my father was an FBI agent with a legal background who felt he was fighting dangerous criminals. I’m glad he didn’t live to see that organization…
LPEA, our electric cooperative, and its members deserve knowledgeable and experienced directors. For the past 20 years, Jenn Jenkins has worked with rural stakeholders around the country providing affordable and…
As a young homeowner in Durango, I’m paying close attention to the future of our local electric cooperative and the stability of the rates I’ll be living with for decades…
Dear people of Durango, If you like to travel, then maybe you should try Utah. When you go to Utah, try Monarch or Fish Mouth. Just beware – both of…
Dear people of Durango, In my opinion, people should go outside more. I think this because you can get a lot of exercise if you take a hike or a…
Dear people of Durango, In my opinion, orange chicken is the best because it is so good! It has a great taste. When I eat it, it makes me strong.…
