Columnists

Action Line shines light on the brightness

This bright light is, or was, brightening up the nights, but not in a good way. (Courtesy of North Main…

June 21, 2021

Methane pollution rules make a difference

Congress is poised this week to take final action to restore rules to rein in methane emissions, a powerful contributor…

June 19, 2021

From the Chamber

Who let the dogs (and cats) out?

These days, we all could use a little fun and something to celebrate, especially after this past year. We are…

June 19, 2021

From the Humane Society

Dreaded parvovirus is preventable through vaccination

The two big take-aways from this article are: 1) It is unsafe to bring an unvaccinated or undervaccinated (has received…

June 18, 2021

Dear Abby

Neighbor intrudes on backyard oasis

DEAR ABBY: I am a 40-something single mother of two teens. A 24-year-old neighbor with a young daughter moved in…

June 18, 2021

Dear Abby

Young professional can’t escape dating gossip

DEAR ABBY: I’m a girl of 23 who has never had a boyfriend. Now that I finished college and am…

June 18, 2021

From the Extension Office

Hands-on learning drives summer activities at 4-H

June is always an exciting month for our 4-H members. They are finally out of school, and we get to…

June 18, 2021

Downtown Lowdown

Miller and The Other Sinners play fest

Now, some may say that music is a young man’s game and perhaps it is, however, waiting until you near…

June 17, 2021

Nourishing Morsels

Lawn to Table: Eat the weeds in your garden

Many of us have been excited about the seasonal return of the farmers market. The fresh quality and the variety…

June 16, 2021

Dear Abby

Spouse removes wedding ring

DEAR ABBY: My wife and I separated three months ago. She has moved out into her own apartment. We are…

June 15, 2021

Dear Abby

Man finds little support from so-called partner

DEAR ABBY: I’m a gay man who has been in an on-again/off-again relationship for three years. My partner still lives…

June 15, 2021

Action Line

Can you take the ‘City’ from the ‘Mountain’?

The official Action Line correction at the top of the trailhead sign. Don’t tell anyone that you know how it…

June 14, 2021

Gulliford's Travels

Making Bears Ears whole: The big swap with Utah state lands

Thousands of archaeological sites in Bears Ears National Monument were removed from the monument when President Donald Trump shrunk the…

June 12, 2021

What's up in Durango Skies

Solstice – the day the sun stands still

Greetings, stargazers. I hope you were in a good location to see the lunar eclipse last month. I saw only…

June 12, 2021

Guest Columns

Conservation that’s ’good for the bird and the herd’

Gunnison Sage-Grouse needs ranchers, conservationists to restore its habitat

June 12, 2021

Local First

Nonprofit organizations play key role in setting policies that benefit our community

One of the most important roles of non-profit organizations is to advocate for overarching policies and goals on issues that…

June 12, 2021

Creating Community

Family Support Program available in Southwest Colorado

Families. They offer us support and love and comfort. They can bring irritation and pain and sadness. They can push…

June 12, 2021

Sports

Thelma & Louise, a pandemic goal

Winter was looking bleak with no races, group running events, plays or concerts to fill in the chilly days and…

June 11, 2021

Dear Abby

Adult daughter still has to check in with parents

DEAR ABBY: I am a 30-year-old married woman. My job requires a lot of domestic travel, which I love. My…

June 11, 2021

Dear Abby

Friend prefers telling tall tales over the truth

DEAR ABBY: Twenty years ago, I reconnected with a childhood friend. When we were in high school together, she used…

June 11, 2021

Dear Abby

Mother can’t stand daughter’s girlfriend

DEAR ABBY: My college senior daughter, “Lisa,” insists on inviting her “significant other” to every holiday and to our home…

June 11, 2021

Downtown Lowdown

Olde Schoolhouse ready to rock

The general consensus from people who may have seen Drag the River, The Dugouts, Farmington Hill, Couches or any other…

June 10, 2021

Stewards of the Land

Interpretive programs elevate your outdoor experience

After a year of canceled in-person events, social distancing and isolation, San Juan Mountains Association has restarted its free, outdoor…

June 10, 2021

Guest Columns

Electric co-ops turn to solar, storage as fire threats increase

Allen Bestdu1-i-syn By Allen Best Energy News Network As drought and wildfire risks intensify across the Southwest, utilities are turning…

June 10, 2021