I am supporting Dwayne Romero for CD3. Dwayne was raised by a single mom in Texas who, he says, taught him how to work hard. Dwayne knows what it’s like…
Dwayne Romero is a Democrat running for the 3rd Congressional District seat in Colorado. He was raised by a single mom and helped her make ends meet. Romero is running…
The American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer, overlooking Omaha Beach, is perhaps one of the most hallowed grounds in Western civilization. Resting there are 9,389 young soldiers and airmen who braved the…
The world as we know it today was built on the back of burning fossil fuels. Unfortunately, this process has come at a tremendous cost. Emissions from burning fossil fuels…
There are two good men running to be the Democratic nominee for governor in the June primary. One, realistically, will be our next governor, as the state GOP is a…
I have been hugely thankful to Sen. Michael Bennet for his excellent work protecting our most revered places, like Hermosa Creek. He’s also fought for decades to protect the Dolores…
Primary turnout is often below 20%. That means a small group of voters decides who everyone else gets to choose from in November. When you sit it out, someone else…
Many of us remember – and some participated in – a community effort that saved the old Durango High School and the adjacent Arts and Science Building from being transformed…
The arrogance is almost unbelievable. Mayor Yazzie’s comment relating to parking for the new city hall/police “campus” – “but just see what we come up with, or take the land…
I read with interest the recent article on Old Abe (Herald, June 5), the wonderful steam-powered tractor that had been a fixture of parades and local festivities for so many…
Now we watch as Donald Trump ignores Gov. Jared Polis’ quid pro quo commutation of Tina Peters’ prison sentence. Give a bully what he wants, and he never gives you…
Donald Trump calls his war with Iran a skirmish, a little love tap. I wonder how the families and friends of the dead and injured service members feel about their…
Regarding the property Head Start will vacate when it moves to its new building, the city should consider using the site for a park and playground. I understand the need…
There was a public progress meeting on the remodel of the 9R building into a new city hall and police department May 20, which was announced days before in the…
Rep. Jeff Hurd, it is time to distance yourself from the unconstitutional power grabs of this president and establish yourself as a truly independent legislator. You have done well for…
I am writing to support Michael Bennet for the next governor of Colorado. He delivers results. I met Michael after he became a U.S. senator over 17 years ago. Since…
Alex Kelloff proudly talks of his work in the telecom industry, expanding fiber-optic networks in rural areas – makes it sound like he’s right here in Colorado, boots on the…
The divide between governor candidates Phil Weiser and Michael Bennet over Donald Trump-era policies is not about whether to oppose them – both clearly do. The real question is what…
My name is Jessey Stiegelmeyer, and I am a longtime Durango resident who loves this community. One thing I believe Durango is missing is a residential rehabilitation center. I have…
I know that during times of political turmoil and constitutional illiteracy, it’s hard for people to understand and appreciate that the way you live, regardless of where you fall on…
I read your recent article about the Sri Chinmoy Peace Run with concern. While world peace is a goal we all share, I was troubled to see city officials participating…
The judge in the Tina Peters case, a Gov. Jared Polis appointee, is not a Republican, as stated in the editorial, “Wrong call,” (Herald, May 20). The judge has been…
I’m looking at the front page of the Herald from May 27. The first story discusses Durango’s childcare access crisis and the desperate shortage of affordable childcare. The second story…
Wealth inequality in the United States has reached levels that should concern every American. While millions of working families struggle to afford housing, healthcare, childcare and higher education, a small…
I am proud to offer my full support and endorsement of Naomi Riess as the Republican candidate for House District 59. I have known Naomi for many years, and during…
Alex Kelloff has been part of ranching and public lands for four generations. He and his family have lived, run cattle, hunted, fished and worked with local communities from Trinidad…
Republicans seemed concerned about their electability in the wake of Donald Trump’s increasing unpopularity. But don’t worry – Democrats can still snatch defeat from the jaws of victory in 2028.…
Since before his election as attorney general in 2018, Phil Weiser has crisscrossed Colorado listening to the concerns of communities across the state. That includes the coal communities of conservative…
President Trump wants to suspend the federal gas tax to lower the price pressure created by his reckless war in Iran. A great idea! We could all use the help.…
With water restrictions arriving early this year, and given that we live in a high desert, one has to wonder why there is so much completely unused, lush green grass…
