Columnists

Opinion

Webb says U.S. economy being ‘destroyed intentionally’ by government

cca Lew Webb of Durango calls himself a “common sense patriot” and uses the words of the Founding Fathers, “we…

June 12, 2024

Action Line

Above 160: Why does this fence need a gate?

Here is the wildlife crossing in question, just east of the Lake Capote turnoff. Action Line appreciates how Mr. Deere…

June 10, 2024

Sports

Column: It’s judgment time for Fort Lewis’ Travis Whipple

Skyhawks’ coaching has almost all been hired by Whipple

June 9, 2024

Opinion

‘Study after study, same message: Protect the Dolores’

cca On Jan. 3, 1975, then President Gerald Ford signed Public Law 93-621 that amended the Wild and Scenic Rivers…

June 9, 2024

Gulliford's Travels

The Mystery of Western Messaging Petroglyphs

Rock art specialist and bibliographer Leigh Marymor has done atransliteration of the Durango rock art site to show with black…

June 9, 2024

What's up in Durango Skies

Boötes tills the skies

Greetings, stargazers. The very bright star near zenith at dusk is Arcturus. It is the fourth brightest star in the…

June 9, 2024

Opinion

‘Beauty lies with people’s capacity to understand need for reform’

cca “A night in jail should straighten you out. A few nights.” This was the last comment I heard while…

June 9, 2024

Opinion

Let’s agree on ‘one rule, learned on the playground’

Steve Zansbergcca Since you’re reading this in a newspaper, you don’t need to be reminded that we are living in…

June 9, 2024

Opinion

BLM’s Public Lands Rule protects ‘quality of life, wildlife, the future’

Chase LaCroixdu1-i-syn As an owner of an outdoor small business and a dad who spends as much time as I…

June 9, 2024

Opinion

Let’s agree on ‘one rule learned on the playground’

Steve Zansbergcca Since you’re reading this in a newspaper, you don’t need to be reminded that we are living in…

June 9, 2024

Stewards of the Land

Stewardship is for all. A small gesture can go a long way.

SJMA Forest Ambassador removing trash and debris from a popular campsite. One person can make a difference. (Courtesy SJMA) Looking…

June 9, 2024

Dear Abby

Mother-in-law shows signs of problems

DEAR ABBY: I am fortunate to have a great relationship with my in-laws. We live half a continent apart, so…

June 8, 2024

From the Chamber

Durango Chamber of Commerce: A catalyst for local business growth and advocacy

Kim Oyler Durango is fortunate to have many valuable organizations working together to support local business, and today, I’d like…

June 8, 2024

Opinion

‘Always at the mercy of prejudice and bigotry’

cca Unhoused, transient, vagrant or bum. Pick whichever term feels best for you. It makes no difference, our health and…

June 7, 2024

Dear Abby

Flirtation with past endangers present

DEAR ABBY: I have been married to a wonderful man for 17 years. Recently, I reconnected online with an old…

June 7, 2024

Opinion

‘No intention of raging against my aging’

Charles Blow, New York Timesdu1-i-syn As Evelyn Couch said to Ninny Threadgoode in Fannie Flagg’s “Fried Green Tomatoes at the…

June 7, 2024

From the Extension Office

Routines enhance well-being, including routine fun

We’ve slipped into the first week of June and school’s officially out for summer. Sleepovers, lazy mornings, lemonade stands and…

June 5, 2024

Authentic Aging

Narrowing and simplifying in our later years

A dear friend I’ve known for 30 years has moved to Santa Fe and now no longer answers his phone.…

June 5, 2024

Creating Community

Embracing lived experience: A win-win for everyone

Scott Smith Our Own Lives is a new nonprofit in Southwest Colorado and will serve people with intellectual and developmental…

June 5, 2024

Downtown Lowdown

Salt Lake City bluegrass comes to Durango

Many bluegrass bands are born from a bluegrass pick. It’s a story this column has referenced in the past: the…

June 4, 2024

Dear Abby

Despite girlfriend, man remains married

DEAR ABBY: I have been with my partner, “Hank,” for 25 years, but although he is legally separated, he is…

June 4, 2024

Dear Abby

Ex still devastated by betrayal

DEAR ABBY: I still obsess over my first love, even though we broke up 21 years ago. We grew up…

June 4, 2024

Action Line

For your health, better take this dining advice

Tony Soprano, played by James Gandolfini, left, has some opinions about restaurants and hats. Maybe you’ll stay healthier by doing…

June 3, 2024

Opinion

‘More difficult to be Jewish than ever before’

cca My friends in Durango ask me what it’s like to be Jewish. I explain about growing up in Kansas…

June 2, 2024