Columnists

What’s up with the concrete dam-like structure on Junction Creek?

This roller dam keeps diseased fish from swimming up Junction Creek from the Animas River. (Action Line)cca Dear Action Line,…

May 5, 2025

Dear Abby

Mother dumps problems in teen’s lap

DEAR ABBY: Ever since I was a child, my mom has regarded me as wise, thoughtful and intelligent. She has…

May 4, 2025

Opinion

At the front lines fighting for Colorado

We live in a challenging time. Rising costs make Colorado more unaffordable for working families; climate change creates serious risks…

May 4, 2025

Opinion

Abortion restriction repercussions are real, the pain is clear and the stakes are high

Yet again, the United States is failing women. People giving birth in the U.S. are dying because of political opinions…

May 4, 2025

Opinion

The high cost of silence: Science made America strong, only science will keep it that way

Editor’s note: The Herald’s editorial board requested an update to “A scientific dark age threatens to undo decades of progress…

May 4, 2025

Authentic Aging

Too many doctor appointments, too little time

Most of us have fairly good health care here. It may feel inadequate sometimes, or too expensive, or hard to…

May 3, 2025

Dear Abby

Friend abruptly cuts off complaint

DEAR ABBY: I’ve known “Bianca” since high school. She’s my neighbor and godmother to my son. I consider her a…

May 2, 2025

Opinion

Executive branch actions thrusting a knife deep into the heart of the Rule of Law

You may have heard a lot lately about the Rule of Law. You may wonder about its effect on your…

May 2, 2025

From the Extension Office

Time to plan and prepare those gardens

April showers bring May flowers is not the song we sing here in the Four Corners, or anywhere in the…

May 1, 2025

Culture Gulch

The first music of May

Once again, early May begins with it a basketful of music in Durango. The first weekend alone has three major…

May 1, 2025

Downtown Lowdown

Robin Davis Duo drops new record

Robin and Jimi Davis make music that sounds like it’s a hundred years old. It’s not. While Robin could likely…

April 30, 2025

Opinion

Spare me your selective outrage, not on my behalf please

I have been closely watching the Trump administration’s newfound interest in fighting antisemitism. Its version apparently consists of cracking down…

April 30, 2025

Dear Abby

‘Relationship’ involves sending money

DEAR ABBY: I have been in a text relationship for nearly a year. I call it a text relationship because…

April 29, 2025

Dear Abby

Dad’s attitude complicates get-togethers

DEAR ABBY: My parents have been divorced for almost 30 years. My father is still furious with my mother, and…

April 29, 2025

Action Line

Eyes in the sky are coming, but not quite yet

Traffic passes an automated speed camera outside Beacon Hill Middle School in Decatur, Ga., on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025. (AP…

April 28, 2025

Sports

Prize money and moments

How a pairing of horse and person can pay off

April 27, 2025

Opinion

Setting the record straight on Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association’s progress

Recent commentary, including a column (Herald, Apr. 16) from the executive director of the San Juan Citizens Alliance, misrepresents Tri-State.…

April 27, 2025

Opinion

Public media funds exist because of bipartisan support and will take it to preserve them

Since 1976, KSUT has served the Four Corners with trusted news, inspiring music and unique storytelling. But now, critical funding…

April 27, 2025

Opinion

FLC lecture and ‘cancel culture’: Reclaiming a missed opportunity

When Fort Lewis College canceled “Saving Navajo Weaving,” the final program in its Life-Long Learning Lecture Series on April 17,…

April 27, 2025

Opinion

Saving democracy requires staying informed, involved and speaking up

For over 105 years, the League of Women Voters’ mission has been to defend democracy and empower voters through nonpartisan…

April 25, 2025

Dear Abby

Hardworking son frustrated by free rides

DEAR ABBY: I’m in my early 40s and have been working hard since my mid 20s. I have a nice…

April 25, 2025

Local First

Supporting health and the local food economy at Durango Farmers Market

Durango Farmers Market is a beloved tradition that not only connects locals with fresh, high-quality produce and goods, but also…

April 24, 2025

Dear Abby

Mom devastated by wedding plans

DEAR ABBY: My oldest daughter, “Alexa,” is breaking my heart. She’s engaged to a nice enough man she’s been with…

April 24, 2025

Culture Gulch

An unexpected world premiere

Richard Silvers, D.M.A., Fort Lewis College visiting assistant professor of Music, Theory and Upper Strings is seen in his studio…

April 24, 2025