Columnists

2A is a responsible, forward-thinking solution that balances operational and recreational needs

I have great respect for Charles Shaw and his contributions to making our community a better place, but I wanted…

March 16, 2025

Proud to be a Coloradan as Legislature stands up to deliberate strategy to sell public lands

As a former state representative and educator, and a fourth-generation Coloradan, I have seen the transformative impact open spaces and…

March 16, 2025

Opinion

Former city of Durango mayors encourage a ‘for’ vote on Ballot Issue 2A

The undersigned former mayors of Durango support voting “for” Durango’s April 1 Ballot Issue 2A to reauthorize the 2005 half-cent…

March 16, 2025

Opinion

A scientific dark age threatens to undo decades of progress and innovation

For over a century, the United States has been a global leader in scientific research, driving groundbreaking discoveries and technological…

March 16, 2025

Creating Community

Of mice and bats: How to avoid hantavirus, rabies this spring

Spring is right around the corner and that means rodent and bat encounters are, too. Knowing what to do after…

March 16, 2025

Opinion

Vote “against” 2A, Durango deserves a better solution to meeting municipal needs

Durango voters face an important decision: whether to support or oppose Ballot Issue 2A, which asks voters to extend the…

March 14, 2025

Thinking Green

Colorado is reviewing future energy plans

Every few years, Colorado utilities have to prepare a plan detailing their anticipated future electric generation sources. This Energy Resource…

March 12, 2025

From the Humane Society

Rabies: What La Plata County residents need to know

The most recent known case of rabies in La Plata County occurred in June 2023 when a bat found in…

March 12, 2025

Downtown Lowdown

Durango Contra Dance: No need to be a wallflower

Dancing is exercise. You put yourself on a dance floor and surrender your body to the sounds of the band…

March 12, 2025

Dear Abby

Poem continues to resonate

DEAR ABBY: While doing some house cleaning, I came across a column of yours that I had clipped and tucked…

March 12, 2025

Healing Nutrition

From goals to habits: How SMART goals can transform your health

The New Year is already in the rearview – are your health goals keeping up? I’ve heard the same thing…

March 10, 2025

Action Line

We didn’t start the fire – but what happens if someone does?

Smoke from the 416 Fire rises above Hermosa Cliffs in 2018. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file)du1-i-syn Dear Action Line: I can…

March 10, 2025

What's up in Durango Skies

Charles Hakes: Practicing astronomy in the time shift

cca Greetings, stargazers. Today we can all say a fond farewell to Mountain Standard Time while we spend at least…

March 9, 2025

Opinion

On Tourism: What is the Tourism Commission’s destination?

On March 11, Durango City Council will vote on a proposed “Tourism Commission” ordinance, the purpose of which is to…

March 9, 2025

Opinion

Halfway marked by bipartisan support, tribal collaboration and recognition

We’re officially halfway through the legislative session. I’m pleased to share my monthly update from the Capitol building. The Durango…

March 9, 2025

Opinion

On Tourism: ‘Locals’ are giving tourists a bad name

Tourism, a pillar of La Plata County’s economy, accounts for about 30% of local revenue, supporting thousands of jobs (6,566…

March 9, 2025

Opinion

An honor and a privilege to serve my home district and its citizens

It’s been a busy first month in D.C., setting up our office, assisting constituents, hiring staff, attending committee hearings, participating…

March 9, 2025

Dear Abby

Gravestone damaged by decoration

DEAR ABBY: We lost our 16-year-old daughter two years ago to leukemia. It’s been a difficult two years. I am…

March 8, 2025

Dear Abby

Mental health struggles take toll

DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 47 years. My wife has suffered from mental illness for more than half…

March 8, 2025

Opinion

A note on history: It can rhyme as well as repeat

History is a funny thing, but we are living in frightening historic times. There are several adages about history, such…

March 7, 2025

What's Up Downtown

A rewarding spring

The Durango Business Improvement District encourages you to shop local this April, and you can earn a reward for doing…

March 7, 2025

Gulliford's Travels

Historic Hubbell Trading Post

Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site not only contains several buildings on the Navajo Nation near Ganado, Ariz., but it…

March 5, 2025

Creating Community

Cuts to Medicaid would affect millions of people

Congress is poised to cut Medicaid. The reasons abound, but most legislators who support the cuts cite reducing federal spending,…

March 5, 2025

From the Extension Office

Choose to feed your mind with positive body image

If you’re expecting a lecture on the importance of eating fruits and vegetables for National Nutrition Month, you’re in for…

March 5, 2025