Columnists

Dana Milbank

Bigfoot is job qualification for new AG

As though that’s a bad thing. Which it isn’t. The “crackpot” bit is not in dispute. In addition to his…

November 18, 2018

Thinking Green

Election moves energy policy to the forefront

One can expect significant action in Colorado and New Mexico in two areas where states have a primary role –…

November 18, 2018

Frank Bruni

Can we get Al Gore to run for the Dems in 2020?

They make Al Gore glitter. It’s almost impossible not to be thinking of Gore now, with the words “Florida” and…

November 17, 2018

Money Savvy

Figure out your financial priorities

Next year may look vastly different for you, but the truth is, our financial years are similar because at the…

November 17, 2018

From the Extension Office

4-H partnership brings gardening classes to elementary schools

As educators, we strive to build solid relationships with other organizations that share a common mission and goals. This can…

November 16, 2018

Dear Abby

Dad’s new love news to daughter

I just traveled across the country for a family funeral and discovered that he has a new love in his…

November 16, 2018

Creating Community

Liberty School serves students in outstanding way

What does The Liberty School do? It is a nonprofit organization that educates dyslexic and gifted students in grades one…

November 16, 2018

Michael Gerson

Are we sincere about second chances and voting?

President George W. Bush was eventually declared the winner in the Sunshine State (and thus the election) by 537 votes…

November 16, 2018

Guest Columns

I’ll fight for your in-state TV

As your next Colorado attorney general, I’ll take your case to the FCC. My office can help. That’s how government…

November 16, 2018

David Brooks

Is the struggle to stay human still relevant today?

Set in the trenches near the end of the war, it’s a movie about a man who tries to maintain…

November 15, 2018

Healing Nutrition

Three tips for surviving the holidays

As the holidays kick off, it usually means extra time with family and friends and often a party or two.…

November 14, 2018

Dear Abby

Grandmother waiting for thank yous

Birthdays have come and gone this year, but Christmas is on the way. I’m wondering what I can do to…

November 13, 2018

Robert Samuelson

It’s no longer the economy, stupid – so what is it?

This is unfamiliar. Economic progress has been a routine part of our election narratives. The presumption is that a strong…

November 13, 2018

The Travel Troubleshooter

On flights, babies are a special type of turbulence

Shortly after their baby began crying, a crew member confronted the family, seated in business class, and told them that…

November 13, 2018

Guest Columns

China’s strategy no surprise to uranium producers

Using trade and policy programs, they target natural resources industries to gain a military and economic edge. Approaches have varied,…

November 12, 2018

Guest Columns

The Resistance couldn’t convert votes into seats

In a word: meh. Are you interested in seeing Donald Trump voted out of office in two years? I hope…

November 12, 2018

Action Line

Cyclists throw caution to the wind at huffy-toss

The Lycra-clad clan is a close-knit community, so to speak, and attending their secret rituals requires undercover reporting. But it’s…

November 12, 2018

Durango Nature Studies

The power of outdoor play benefits kids – and all of us

Political divisions and economic stressors have been exacerbated by drought and wildfires. Casual conversations throughout town indicate that it has…

November 12, 2018

Gail Collins

Trump is a happy loser; ’bye, Otter!

Do you think Donald Trump was trying to change the subject? Everybody knew he’d get a new attorney general after…

November 11, 2018

Culture Gulch

A new festival begins in Durango

From left, Shaunibah Morfin, Dawson Gipp, Miranda Maldonado and Erin E. Natsewa perform in “I’m Native And …”Courtesy of Ginny…

November 10, 2018

Gulliford's Travels

Can we learn to live with wolves again?

Event at Fort Lewis College to explore the possibility of reintroduction

November 10, 2018

Guest Columns

Trump, under scrutiny and even more unleashed

I’m not sure I would call Tuesday’s election results the blue wave many expected, but liberals absolutely made progress –…

November 10, 2018

Dear Abby

New employee want gastric surgery kept secret

I am starting a new job soon and do not want to tell my new employer or co-workers that I…

November 10, 2018

Guest Columns

The newest, ancient, Colorado native cutthroat

This is welcome news for everyone who loves Colorado’s wildlife diversity. By finding and identifying this unique trout, Colorado Parks…

November 10, 2018