Columnists - The Durango Herald

Could Smelter Mountain be the next Krakatoa?

Dear Action Line: I was hiking the Animas River Trail, just north of Nature’s Oasis, and came across a mysterious outcropping of rocks. The rocks look like they are volcanic, such as a l...

DATE: Nov 22, 2021 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Political balance, unaffiliated members key to redistricting commission’s success

As a lifelong unaffiliated voter, the chance to participate in an inherently political process on an equal footing with affiliated voters was very appealing. I was thrilled to be the first ...

DATE: Nov 21, 2021 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

Downtown Durango kicks off the holidays

The Durango Business Improvement District and businesses in the heart of Durango have geared up for the busy holiday season. Here is a rundown of several events and promotions. The holidays ...

DATE: Nov 20, 2021 | CATEGORY: What's Up Downtown

Land near Chaco Canyon receives protections

This week the Biden administration took action to safeguard lands surrounding Chaco Canyon from impacts associated with encroaching oil and gas extraction. The Department of Interior announ...

DATE: Nov 20, 2021 | CATEGORY: Thinking Green

Why a managed camp for the unhoused might be right for Durango

While homelessness is a controversial topic, few would argue that addressing it is not a straightforward matter. Rather, it is a complex and multifaceted issue that demands a spectrum of sol...

DATE: Nov 19, 2021 | CATEGORY: Opinion

4-H clubs focus on service during season of giving

Every November, I am overwhelmed with a feeling of gratefulness. The month starts off with Veterans Day, a day where we all think about the heroes of our nation and give thanks for their sa...

DATE: Nov 19, 2021 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

What skills will Durango School District graduates need to succeed?

What should our students know, do and be like by the time they graduate? What skills and dispositions will they need for the future? These questions will be the focus of a communitywide cam...

DATE: Nov 19, 2021 | CATEGORY: Durango School News

Magic Beans thrives on supportive musical community

They’re a band that exists in a fertile musical community built out of a fertile musical community. It’s no secret that the Front Range of Colorado has a solid jam-band scene, based around ...

DATE: Nov 18, 2021 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

No time to waste addressing the climate crisis – pass the Build Back Better Act

From the quiet of the backcountry, we have seen and experienced the climate changing. Larger wildfires, unpredictable flash floods, hotter heat waves, bigger storms and longer droughts have...

DATE: Nov 17, 2021 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

Cheating and ‘diet culture’

The notion of “cheating” when adopting healthier eating habits that serve us better creates a trap of self-sabotage that many of us fall into and then justify with some elaborate, sophistica...

DATE: Nov 16, 2021 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

Durango welcome mat needs some shaking

Dear Action Line: My husband and I retired here five years ago and we love Durango. We enjoy all of the outdoor activities that come with living in the mountains. The restaurants in Dura...

DATE: Nov 15, 2021 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Mercy Hospital provider statement – our commitment to caring for our community

It was disheartening to read the letter titled, “Context for petition to improve health care” submitted by business leaders and “17 concerned physicians.” However, we thank the community me...

DATE: Nov 15, 2021 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.