Although unpractical in areas of high rainfall, Durango’s high-desert amounts may be a good fit for this type of system. Grease, oils and animal waste would all be treated at…
This is why the secular progressive movement is opposed to religion and attacks Christmas in particular so vehemently. Religious organizations ask of their followers to be personally responsible for their…
Also, it used to be that one could write a letter to the editor, and it could be more than 350 words. It could be the length of a full…
While reading a story about the Durango Film Festival (Herald, March 3), I was shocked to see it used the term “red-headed stepchildren” as a derogatory example of people or…
How am I going to convince my students to use apostrophes correctly when the newspaper that I encourage them to read can’t even get it right! At least you got…
She has proved herself in the time she has served us on the City Council and as mayor. She is tireless in going to meetings, serving on four different boards,…
In this context, I ask everyone to pray for more snow: A prayer for more snow could be a prayer for Durango’s future. I’m sure Marbury and White meant well,…
The government grant of monopoly status to the old Bell that built the early copper phone network was predicated upon using cross subsidies. Bell would be allowed to charge higher…
Admittedly, my first reaction was probably the one shared by most readers: that the letter was rambling, incoherent and borderline offensive. But upon reflection, I see an Andy Kaufman-esque genius…
The lack of improvements are not only embarrassing but quite frustrating when trying to enjoy a day of skiing that has come at a premium price. I would like to…
Today, certain radicalized members of Congress, supported by special interest groups, are once again salivating over the prospect of state control. The proponents of the Disposal of Excess Federal Lands…
The Durango STEAM Park project can serve as a catalyst for challenges such as the fire department location, parking and Camino del Rio access, which have been longstanding issues for…
On three different occasions, I have contacted her about an issue, and she never let me down. When City Council considered changing the parking booting to be done after one…
The revolving doors are a direct result of switching from a punishment system of incarceration to one of “rehabilitation” to a system where the comfort of the prisons became more…
Browns provides a huge value to all who are fortunate enough to visit, as well as to the animals that currently reside there. People visit Browns for everything from backpacking…
Please show your support by voting to pass the extension of the ½-cent tax to enable the city to help sustain our incredible recreational opportunities. Lastly, I applaud and appreciate…
People should read the ruling by U.S. District Judge Andrew Hanen and note what it says. Briefly: Although the Obama administration is claiming that they are simply using prosecutorial discretion…
For example, gravity is not a fact. Newton’s “theory of gravitation” was altered by Einstein who redefined gravity from a “force” to the “curvature of space-time.” The theories we accept…
Here, I’ll bust the second point. By all assessments, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a primary source of Sunni extremists. Interesting when you consider that Saudi Arabia has the…
Their purpose is for at-risk children and children with special needs and learning problems that cannot be met in the existing schools. Over time, people from out of town came…
I believe that also, and I know that this is where White and Marbury shine, demonstrating a thorough knowledge of important issues and a deep, thoughtful approach to considering all…
Colorado is an arid state and relies on the rain/snow to fill its reservoirs and rivers. Climate change is not helping this situation. I have lived in Colorado for 2.6…
How do I say thanks to DFR? I know they would all say “You don’t have to thank me. I was just doing my job.” But that doesn’t change things…
