We take the day off, have a grand old time, but neglect to observe what they meant. Of course we all know Christmas is just one of those days of…
Richard Ballantine/ Durango Heralddu1-i-syn On the 100th anniversary of the United States’ entry into World War I, we are reminded that it was America’s potential military might – especially the…
Decision on land swap is welcome, but not an end to the Village project
a) on a prescription medication? b) had a past illness or surgery? c) female? There are a lot more “pre-existing conditions” than you’d think. You can thank your members of…
This poem, which was riddled with false accusations and incompetent judgments toward the first lady of our country, is an embarrassment. After seeing it, I was disgusted by its inappropriate…
Pundits said many representatives voted for the bill for fear of having a well-funded primary election opponent next time around if they didn’t. I assume that’s why Tipton voted his…
However, his lack of a strong voice against the current president and his administration’s illegal actions is noteworthy. We all thought the congressman was a moral candidate and above reproach.…
Now there are no trees, noxious weeds and a 5-feet deep, 3-feet wide trench with a plastic pipe at the bottom. Never was I informed that the babbling irrigation ditch…
Everyone’s insurance will be affected, even those who receive employer-based coverage. This bill will also throw our state into financial chaos and passes the buck down to the state Legislature…
If you’re a senior citizen, or know a senior who is experiencing budget constraints in today’s challenging economy, the National Council on Aging’s website, ncoa.org, can provide valuable online information.…
You have and will continue to have astute advice given to you by very wise people, much smarter than I. Please pay attention to what they tell you. I can…
For one hour leave your spring cleaning, spring planting, discount shopping, picnic fixings, baseball mitt, suntan lotion, bicycle races, vintage autos, dog walking, visiting relatives, golf clubs, car washing or…
And why do environmental groups not understand that public land is for all members of the public, not just a few elite? Contrary to the words of Rose Chilcoat (Herald,…
du1-i-syn Glad I did not. My husband and I had a fabulous time visiting Durango and not once were we stopped by a panhandler. Enjoyed shopping downtown, walking along the…
Fentanyl can be from 50 to 100 times more powerful than heroin, making the risk of a fatal overdose much higher. Drug dealers have been using this drug to increase…
du1-i-syn Local leaders like Steve Skadron, Mayor of Aspen, whose community economy in winter – like most Colorado ski towns – depends entirely upon whether or not it snows, are…
Legislation signed in Cortez removes hurdle to hemp farming in Colorado
No one answers the phone and his message mailbox is always full. I have also called his Durango office, left a message requesting a return call, but have not heard…
Later in the day horseback, I philosophized a bit on it. Why is there a need for news 24 hours a day? Especially when it’s mostly bad news. I think…
du1-i-syn With the tremendous increase of e-commerce across the country, it’s no secret our highways have become more congested and drivers face less-than-optimal driving conditions. In order to keep up…
Durango is a tourist town and a multi-level parking structure could be a money maker and at the same time make it easier for the tourists to shop, eat, etc.…
With Citizens United all stops are out on dark money. Corporations have one objective: make money for CEOs and investors. Many legislators have one objective: get re-elected and eventually become…
Legislative session touted as most productive and collaborative in years
I will bet money that most, if not all, of those quoted in the story were absolutely livid when Rush Limbaugh made national headlines in 2009 saying that he hoped…
Ignoring them won’t make them go away. Even Jesus said, “The poor will always be with you.” Working with the homeless and destitute in the inner city of San Antonio,…
In these dangerous and overly-authoritarian times, we have no refuge. We need full government accountability on why infrastructure development is now so far behind that the environment and ecology aren’t…
Clearly, he would like to be rid of such encumbrances, as have other world leaders for whom he has expressed admiration – like Vladimir Putin, who rules Russia with an…
Well, start with what President Donald Trump has promised, “a beautiful health care plan, even more people covered, lower premiums, better coverage, no cuts to Medicare or Social Security, etc.”…
du1-i-syn These lands and the waters that flow through them define the landscape and the people who live here, as well as those who do not. They, too, own these…
