It is a shame Schirard’s ex-wives had to respond publicly to justify their personal lives. It also tells something about the people who would take time to supply information that…
I still believe that local tax revenues should be utilized in the most efficient manner possible, and for that reason, I think Bobby Lieb is the wisest choice for county…
There were comments that had nothing to do with investigating any of the potential environmental hazards that the drilling and fracking planned for the Western Slope will bring. One woman…
As usual, the media leaves out the implicating and salient points. The terrorist was screaming Islamic phrases as he cut this innocent woman’s head off. His Facebook page was filled…
I encourage everyone to get out and vote and to vote to keep Duke Schirard as our sheriff. Lavina Mars Bayfield
Be very, very careful with your vote – think hard about whether you want the tea party to have a four-year seat on our Board of County Commissioners. Democrat Cynthia…
After admitting that Udall votes with Obama and Reid “most of the time,” (really, about 99 percent of the time), the Herald cites the weakest list of accomplishments that I…
Why would anyone vote for a mudslinger, someone who tells lies about their opposition? Is that really who the people want representing them as the head of their law enforcement…
In the upcoming election, the choice between re-electing our dedicated State Rep. Mike McLachlan and electing J. Paul Brown is no choice at all. I want my children and grandchildren…
Bobby is a good man with strong family values and sensibilities. He is committed to making his community the best it can be. Bobby has been honing his skills, building…
My appreciation and usually my vote goes to those who run their campaign as far above the mudslinging as possible. The ability to do this in today’s media culture speaks…
In Libby’s letter, she states it is harder to turn left from westbound Eighth Street onto southbound Highway 550/160 (Camino del Rio) now that our project is complete and a…
Jann Smith has those qualities. She has proved herself to us here in the county over and over again for 28 years. She is committed to us. Jann is the…
As I talked to Smith on Independence Day, I heard him say he and his wife work for Schirard. Well, with not having anything nice to say about him, I’m…
In my opinion, Duke Schirard does not run the honest and fiscally responsible department that he claims. I have myself witnessed frequent and common cover ups, good ol’ boy politics…
I have had enough of this experiment and see a clear alternative in Sheriff Schirard. A lifetime of law enforcement experience and clear understanding that the rights afforded under the…
The EPA’s proposed rule would expand federal jurisdiction over water currently managed by states. This would potentially subject farmers and ranchers to federal permitting just to carry out day-to-day operations.…
In the 1970s, the program was terminated due to a disagreement between the San Juan Basin Woolgrowers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Colorado Department of Agriculture. This was…
She, however, has no experience with any Colorado coroner’s office. She has no experience in medico-legal autopsy, nor does she know how the La Plata County Corner’s Office operates. The…
She referenced a letter from one of my supporters that did not make clear the circumstances under which I received the Gold Key Award from the Colorado Society of CPAs.…
Duke Schirard has provided 20-plus years of solid, strong leadership to the La Plata County Sheriff’s Office. He also served as Bayfield marshal for several years and was an officer…
I have been fortunate to live in La Plata County for a long time. I am a little long in the tooth, so I have seen a lot of changes…
This man certainly cares about this county or he wouldn’t have been sheriff as long as he has and still be popular. He is loved by this community, and anyone…
There is a great deal of controversy regarding smart meters and anyone who takes the time to do some research will discover information that should give us all pause. And…
We’ve got world-class riding just outside of Durango, and some of our most classic trails – including the Hermosa Creek Trail, the Colorado Trail and the Corral Trail – are…
If he’s anything like me, he’s not the man he used to be. I can’t think as well, my memory is terrible, and my driving is best left to my…
More than 300,000 Coloradans have lost health care and are now paying more for less coverage – if they qualify. Withholding taxes increased in July to fund portions of Obamacare…
Thanks for thinking of me, though. It showed me that I’m not as senile as I thought. Hope Hamilton Bayfield
