I just came across the word “despairalyzed” to describe my feelings since learning the results of the recent election. I am at the bottom of a deep pit despairing of…
Gov. Jared Polis has vowed that he is going to protect Colorado from the Republican administration. Why didn’t he protect us against the incompetencies of the Democrat administration? When everyone…
For those of you who worked on paving County Road 240, you did a great job. Your efforts are greatly appreciated by those of us who drive it daily. The…
On Saturday, Nov. 23, La Plata Community will come together to observe International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. This annual event, coordinated by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, offers…
What an incredibly sad day. Our two parties have given us a pathetic choice for leader. “Activists” of both parties have driven moderate voices from their parties. You can see…
Trump won: The Electoral College.The popular vote. Clear statement from the citizens of our Republic. Enough said. Danielle Kirkpatrick Durango
I voted, and climate change is a priority issue for me. Our temperatures are getting hotter and I am very concerned about the risk of wildfires. I am also concerned…
Thought Experiment No. 1: Fluoridated water has been around for almost 80 years. Expert, scientific testing, both local and worldwide, has proved over and over that it has contributed to…
I read with interest the recent Oct. 29 Colorado Sun article, “Tri-State won 2.5 billion to close coal plants, get new renewable energy for rural customers. Officials say the funds…
The people have spoken. As a former great democracy, we’ll get what we deserve. God help America. Keith Riker Mancos
The folks ravaged by a recent one-two punch of hurricanes/tornadoes/flooding should be using building materials that are actually resistant to frequent disasters. Agencies such as FEMA to homeowner insurance companies…
So here we are with the latest presidential and local election results, like it or not. Now the challenge is to embrace the results and support all those candidates who…
New and exciting as of Nov. 5, 2024: You may now witness firsthand how fascism becomes established. Marty Lukso, Vietnam veteran Durango
The best part of the Herald “was” the old weather watch section. It contained year-to-date information and old records set. The new weather watch sucks! Please change it back. Ezra…
I learned how to read at 4. Owned businesses, did international consulting, wine and other areas. Retired, now I am a local. I am certainly glad I grew up in…
When in the future the children ask how democracy died, the answer is simple: by suicide. Leonard Davies Durango
Thought for the day … Trump’s success is he excites people and his rallies were like going to a circus … or a thrilling, fear raising horror show. Take your…
Kamala Harris gave her concession speech with grace and dignity, telling her supporters to be optimistic about the future. She didn’t claim the election was rigged against her. She didn’t…
This week, I had multiple messages from clients and colleagues asking, “What’s next?” With the recent changes in our political landscape, we face a moment that threatens to deepen the…
As we celebrate a successful election cycle and the victory of President Donald J. Trump, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated voters of La Plata County.…
More than 37 million soldiers have died protecting our democracy. In one fell swoop, the trump (little t) cult has made their sacrifice insignificant. I thought this country had learned…
In the wake of the last election, this country will see for many, many years the one thing that is clear is that America lost. Trump doesn’t know it, but…
Funding for the Durango Transit system should be really easy. See you have all these ugly McMansions that were built without adequate taxation or land use planning. They can now…
November is Native American Heritage Month. It is a time to celebrate the traditions, languages, stories, art, histories and contributions of the millions of past and present people who are…
I was shocked, saddened and frankly horrified that the Herald endorsed local politicians bearing an “R” next to their name. Although we all may yearn for the days when issues…
I walk routinely in this area, usually on sidewalks but sometimes on trails. I’ve been hit or nearly hit by bicyclists. With miles of bicycle trails, I’m constantly amazed at…
On Oct. 25, President Biden offered his heartfelt “formal apology” for the 150 year federal Indian Boarding School policy that tore families apart (my own family included) and destroyed Native…
As locals, we disagree with Jerry Apker’s piece in our paper. We will vote “yes“ on Proposition 127. He will not dictate what our values are as rural Coloradans. His…
Proposition 129 is pushing for a mid-level position for veterinarians comparable to a PA/NP. So why, in a state where mid-levels make up 50% of providers, are Coloradans opposing this…
I visited a friend today in Forest Lakes who informed me that a couple of his political signs had been stolen. Not that unusual, as these days political ideology seems…
