Columnists

Marie Ogden’s search for truth in the Utah desert

The body became mummified because in Utah, in the 1930s, there was no law about burying the dead. The story…

March 9, 2017

Seven years later, still no real alternative from GOP

Paul Krugman, New York Times columnistdu1-i-syn Pro tip: The best way to combat perceptions that you’re screwing up is, you…

March 9, 2017

Durango Nature Studies

When kids connect to nature, benefits abound

Time spent in nature can improve kids’ problem-solving skills, self-confidence and their ability to focus.Courtesy of Durango Nature Studies Studies…

March 8, 2017

Neighbors

Budding stars shine at The Durango Voice competition

The second annual The Durango Voice competition began Feb. 26, with 13 singers qualifying for the finals, which will be…

March 8, 2017

Durango School News

District 9-R aims to create competent, capable students

Defining the competency of students as they progress through our system has been a hallmark of our work during the…

March 8, 2017

Money Savvy

Rekindle your dreams goal by goal

“I won’t give up. No, I won’t give in, till I reach the end. And then, I’ll start again. I…

March 7, 2017

Nicholas Kristof

She’s 17, needs birth control and a check up. What now?

du1-i-syn Sara Hayes, a nurse practitioner, breezes into the examining room and soothes the teenager. Hayes takes a swab and…

March 7, 2017

Neighbors

Dave Spencer Classic raises money and spirits

The Lake Nighthorse Fish School won the award for highest fundraising team at the Dave Spencer Ski Classic, which took…

March 6, 2017

From our Congressman

Commissioners deliver annual State of the County address

March 6, 2017

From our Congressman

More money does not always mean more strength

Fareed Zakariadu1-i-syn It was the early days of the Iraq War and, while things were not going well, he had…

March 6, 2017

Action Line

Animas City puts its stamp on rural-style mail

One creative Animas City homeowner has a mailbox in the shape of a large assault rifle on East Third Avenue…

March 5, 2017

From the State House

Don’t forget: These lands are our lands

McLachlandu1-i-syn I have been surprised and disappointed to see efforts by some federal and state legislators that would pave the…

March 5, 2017

From our Congressman

Plans to end methane waste rule threaten U.S. security

Because of my proximity to our nation’s national security apparatus and my concern for properly stewarding our natural resources, I…

March 5, 2017

The Travel Troubleshooter

Travelers fret about Wi-Fi, but it might be about to get better

Don’t take my word for it. Just ask Wendy Lewis, who says she spends a good part of every trip…

March 5, 2017

Creating Community

San Juan Basin’s Promotor Program helps address health disparities

Popedu1-i-syn SJBPH’s programs work to build community health resilience by addressing these issues for the clients we serve by making…

March 4, 2017

From the Extension Office

Like it or not, preparing for the worst makes good sense

Have you and your loved ones truly got everything in order? Well, let’s hope you are not part of the…

March 3, 2017

Flies & Lies

Trip specialists can make journey easier

If you throw in international travel, all the fun for a trip can go by the wayside, right quick. However,…

March 2, 2017

Neighbors

FLC alumni visit after achieving success in their fields

Courtesy of Fort Lewis College<br><br>From left, Ramona Pierson and Tara Trask, both accomplished alumni of Fort Lewis College, returned to…

March 2, 2017

Authentic Aging

Elders share wisdom, experience with activists

The momentum is so fast, it’s like a fireball gathering more and more negativity and destruction. Whatever our political views,…

March 2, 2017

Coroner's Report

Technology revolutionizes the field of forensics

Doctors need to know why people die so they can improve their diagnostic skills. Families need to know for closure…

March 2, 2017

From the Extension Office

These majestic trees provide shade for large spaces

I’m a vegetable kind of guy, and the edibles tend to be in my horticultural wheelhouse. Don’t get me wrong,…

March 1, 2017

Snowsports Tips From Tex

The time for tele is now

If you’re an alpine skier and you think you might be a little out of balance, get on a pair…

March 1, 2017

From our Congressman

Who will defend Enlightenment this time around?

David Brooksdu1-i-syn Running through the center of the diagram was the long line of Enlightenment thought. The Enlightenment included thinkers…

March 1, 2017

What's Up Downtown

Owner of Louisa’s joins BID’s board

Curlee and her husband, Don, own two businesses – Louisa’s Movie House now located in Town Plaza, and Louisa’s Electronics…

February 28, 2017