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Action Line

Walmart’s ‘pit mine’ under review

An open-pit mine at the Walmart in Durango would make it somewhat hazardous to park. The city is going to…

October 12, 2020

Gulliford's Travels

An elk hunter welcomes wolves

Reintroduction would restore the ecological balance

October 10, 2020

Guest Columns

Erik Molvar and Jennifer Molidor: Cattle are ecological misfits in the arid West

Unlike cows, native wildlife in the West don’t need arid lands flooded with water to be productive. Before the agricultural…

October 10, 2020

From the Chamber

Get ready for Durango’s business pep rally

(Yes, I realize I used celebrate three times in that sentence, but it was deliberate.) At the Chamber, we’re gearing…

October 10, 2020

What's up in Durango Skies

Close to Earth, Mars to look extra big and bright

This is definitely the season for Mars, because this month, Mars will be closer to Earth than at any time…

October 10, 2020

Creating Community

Be sure to make your voice heard: Get informed and get out and vote

According to a new report by Rutgers University Program for Disability Research, 38.2 million registered voters have disabilities. This is…

October 10, 2020

Stewards of the Land

Wilderness crew clears trails, educates public

During summer 2019, our community was deeply concerned about the state of the Weminuche Wilderness. Visitation was exploding (as it…

October 9, 2020

Dear Abby

Togetherness tries man’s patience

I don’t sort the trash the way she thinks it should be, so I can’t take out the garbage without…

October 9, 2020

Downtown Lowdown

Cody Tinnin records solo debut album ‘Perennial’ the old-fashioned way

It’s an interest that will carry over to the recording of his new record – “Perennial” is his solo debut…

October 9, 2020

Dear Abby

Dad wants death kept secret from kids

I’m writing to you because my husband doesn’t want to tell our kids that their cousin has died – ever.…

October 8, 2020

From the Extension Office

How an apple seed sprouts joy in the kitchen and out

You might expect a list of nutritional benefits to follow. It’s tempting for a dietitian, but admittedly, not the most…

October 8, 2020

Guest Columns

Ross Douthat: Trump’s virus tragedy is of Biblical proportions

“The policy of unobstructed travel was never based on hard science,” the story notes. “It was a political decision, recast…

October 7, 2020

Nourishing Morsels

Finding the pause as the fall sets in

Autumn is a giant invitation to all of us – human, animals, plants and soil – to begin the process…

October 7, 2020

Dear Abby

Research exposes old murder charges

This has me reeling because she has always been a great and loving mother. When she heard I was researching…

October 6, 2020

Action Line

Sign’s signs point to City Market

This No Left Turn sign at north City Market needs fresh paint, and maybe some solar-powered flashing lights. Like that…

October 5, 2020

Authentic Aging

The COVID-19 test: Confusion, frustration and gratitude

An infection and antibiotics led me to experience some side effects similar to COVID-19 symptoms. With some good days mixed…

October 3, 2020

Guest Columns

Bret Stephens: A secret Trump supporter spills the beans

She’s asked me not to publish her last name. It would not go down well for her at the store…

October 3, 2020

Local First

La Plata Cares: Support for businesses hit by COVID-19

Monique DiGiorgiodu1-i-syn The program’s unique aspects will most likely capture the local business community’s interest – so please read on.…

October 3, 2020

Flies & Lies

Braided, brookies and a bird

As I’ve written before, brook trout are my favorite species to cast a fly to. They’re the prettiest trout in…

October 3, 2020

Creating Community

Vaccinations more important than ever during COVID-19

Nindedu1-i-syn With COVID-19 disrupting so many aspects of our lives, it is not surprising that a negative result of our…

October 2, 2020

Dear Abby

Man threatened by wife’s talks with ex

I don’t know what to do anymore. My kids are 14- and 13-year-old girls, who are going through all these…

October 2, 2020

Downtown Lowdown

Suzanne Vega virtual show benefits Concert Hall

People yearn for the old New York, forgetting that the New York City from the time of Kojak and classic…

October 2, 2020

Dear Abby

Friend wants to break up with partner

He’s also joined at the hip with his wife, so much so that when I invited him to our cabin…

October 1, 2020

From the Extension Office

Pandemic dashes Apple Days, but fruit, cider abundant

2020 has been defined by the “pivot.” Schools close? Time to pivot. Restaurants shut down? Time to pivot. Flights canceled…

September 30, 2020