Columnists

Getting a jump on Grandview interchange

The “Ski Jump to Nowhere.” Does it need a snow layer to enhance optimal performance? (Lars Gelande)Lars Gelande Dear Action…

February 28, 2022

La Plata Health Watch

The indirect effects of the pandemic are serious

While the direct effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have been substantial, including infections, hospitalizations and deaths, the indirect effects are…

February 26, 2022

From the Chamber

Shoutouts!

We just received some much needed snow as February winds down and we head into spring. As I look out…

February 26, 2022

Shelf Life

What exactly does a library district do, anyway?

I’m Liz vonTauffkirchen and I have the great honor and privilege of serving as the newest director of the newest…

February 25, 2022

From the Humane Society

February is spay and neuter awareness month

Winter is in full swing, but soon spring will be knocking on our doorstep. February is national spay/neuter awareness month…

February 25, 2022

Dear Abby

Mom-friends take different paths

DEAR ABBY: I met my friend “Ashley” and her daughter three years ago. Our daughters are 9 years old. Ashley…

February 25, 2022

Dear Abby

Teen feels overwhelmed by challenges

DEAR ABBY: I’m a teen girl having some trouble right now. I was in an abusive family. Most of my…

February 25, 2022

Downtown Lowdown

High Country Hustle hosts Kickstarter campaign

Early on, members of local bluegrass band High Country Hustle weren’t that down with competitive music scenes, nor did they…

February 24, 2022

Dear Abby

Woman refuses to embrace ex-husband

DEAR ABBY: I was married for 10 years before I found out my ex was living a double life –…

February 22, 2022

Local First

Small business soul revival and the new movement of moving

In 2003, I made my first trip to Durango with then boyfriend and now husband, Bobby. He had been coming…

February 22, 2022

Action Line

Might the Space Force be with us?

Three F-16 Fighting Falcons fly in formation. If you see four, someone is probably playing tricks with your mind. (U.S.…

February 21, 2022

Thinking Green

Poor environmental review derails oil and gas leases

Last week, a federal court ruled that the Bureau of Land Management failed to follow the law in selling oil…

February 19, 2022

Dear Abby

Non-believer credits work for success

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have had some crazy life swings since the beginning of the pandemic, mostly positive.…

February 18, 2022

From the Extension Office

Fun activities at 4-H camp also build life skills

La Plata County 4-H County Council is made up of four outstanding youths who represent La Plata County 4-H locally…

February 18, 2022

Downtown Lowdown

International Guitar Night

Four of the world’s best guitar players will have their chops on full display Tuesday at the Community Concert Hall…

February 18, 2022

Dear Abby

Educator feels stigma of homeschool past

DEAR ABBY: I was homeschooled K-12. I now have multiple master’s degrees and work for a public school. I returned…

February 17, 2022

Dear Abby

Grandma not shy about playing favorites

DEAR ABBY: I am the mother of three wonderful children. My oldest boy (who is from a previous marriage) is…

February 17, 2022

Strength in Well-being

Why do I keep getting fatter?

With each passing day our bodies change before our very eyes. One day, we look in the mirror and our…

February 15, 2022

Dear Abby

After separation, mixed signals abound

DEAR ABBY: I have been talking to my ex-boyfriend of more than 22 years. We have a grown son. We…

February 15, 2022

Dear Abby

Husband still supports first wife

DEAR ABBY: I have been with my husband for more than 30 years. We have no kids together, but he…

February 15, 2022

Gulliford's Travels

The challenging task of changing place names on public lands

The spires above Willow Lakes in the Eagles Nest Wilderness, which is part of the southern extent of the Gore…

February 14, 2022

Action Line

Two thoughts of train: Buffing bumps and tackling trash

Dear Action Line: Who is in charge of the train crossing near the high school pedestrian bridge? After several popped…

February 14, 2022

What's up in Durango Skies

The glowing clouds of the Orion Nebula

Greetings, stargazers. Last night a star exploded. Probably not very close to us, but it is safe to say that…

February 12, 2022

What's Up Downtown

What’s next for downtown?

It is an exciting time for the Durango Business Improvement District as we roll into 2022, with many great projects…

February 12, 2022