Letters to the Editor

You calling me a ‘Commie’?

When did Republicans have the “come to Jesus” moment that the American worker needs help? Years of stagnate wages, union…

April 20, 2025

Opinion

Keep LPEA strong – Vote Witchel and Lewandowski

Southwest Colorado has never been the easiest place to live, and I can’t say it’s getting easier. Last thing we…

April 20, 2025

Opinion

Concerned about La Plata Electric Association spending

As an LPEA member and ratepayer, I’m concerned about where our co-op is headed financially. While LPEA leadership talks about…

April 20, 2025

Opinion

Icing over the other part of Chapman

As another winter draws to a close, there has been plenty of talk about the Chapman ski hill improvements this…

April 20, 2025

Opinion

Bravo, La Plata County Board of Commissioners

Last week, La Plata County became the first county in the country to pass a resolution supporting national public lands…

April 18, 2025

Opinion

Tri-State debt will sink us

La Plata Electric Association is undergoing a transition that voters from both political parties can appreciate. Freeing themselves from a…

April 18, 2025

Opinion

A veteran’s view on the state of our country

I know that I’m not the only one who feels that Donald Trump has put our country on a path…

April 16, 2025

Opinion

Our constitutional rights are being violated

With all of the horrible things the current administration has done in less than three months, our outrage is diluted:…

April 16, 2025

Opinion

Support existing LPEA board members

If you want to see what responsible, forward-thinking leadership really looks like, just look at what’s already been accomplished under…

April 13, 2025

Opinion

Drive the way you hope others will

When it comes to driving CR240, there is no shortage of failed IQ tests. #1: People select a road with…

April 13, 2025

Opinion

Trump and co. have no decency

I never served in the military but I respect those who did and consider the American armed forces one of…

April 6, 2025

Opinion

Astounded at prices CommonSpirit charges

I am shocked. I just received my claim summaries for the shots I take once a month. Since I am…

March 30, 2025

Opinion

Why Durango needs Shirley Gonzales on City Council

Chances for owning a home in Durango are disappearing, and many of us can’t even make rent. We’ve made some…

March 30, 2025

Opinion

Loyal to Durango, vote Koso for City Council

I am writing in support of Kip Koso for City Council. I have had the pleasure of knowing Koso since…

March 28, 2025

Opinion

should admit it made a huge mistake

The Herald endorsed Rep Hurd before the election. When is the Herald going to admit that it made a huge…

March 26, 2025

Opinion

Rep. Hurd, please get our people back to work

I participated in the Mar. 11 virtual town hall with Rep. Jeff Hurd, along with 7,500 other folks. I want…

March 23, 2025

Opinion

Mystery organ, question, please help if you can

I visited Durango in 1977 and went into a bar on Main Street, a typical place with a pool table.…

March 19, 2025

Opinion

PTSD Veterans Affairs editorial cartoon reprehensible

As a veteran, the editorial cartoon showing the VA Hotline unmanned due to staffing cuts (Herald, Mar. 9) is shameful.…

March 19, 2025

Opinion

Ronald Reagan, others, rolling over in their grave

I wonder how many people, who voted for Donald Trump, are concerned to see him relinquish all our allies and…

March 19, 2025

Opinion

Reelect Buell, a supportive team player, to improve Durango

I am writing in support of Jessika Buell, candidate for reelection to Durango City Council. Jessika and I served together…

March 16, 2025

Opinion

The president who would be king

President Donald Trump’s posting, “Long live the king,” says out loud what his actions in the last month have implied:…

March 9, 2025

Opinion

Motion to censure Bosmans is troublesome

Today, after reading the censure motion planned for the March 4 City Council Meeting and listening to the Feb. 4…

March 9, 2025

Opinion

Wake up, Americans! Our country is in deep trouble

Enough is enough. When I watched the spectacle of President Donald Trump and Vice President Vance trying to belittle President…

March 9, 2025

Opinion

The laughingstock: U.S. votes with Russia, N. Korea, Iran

The U.S. voted against a resolution condemning Russia’s actions and supporting Ukraine’s territorial integrity. The U.S. voted with Russia, North…

March 9, 2025