Columnists - The Durango Herald

Good books can be mirrors and windows

Have you ever experienced that wonderful moment of recognition while reading? I love it when I read something that I feel but have not been able to express adequately, when I get that moment...

DATE: Oct 29, 2021 | CATEGORY: Shelf Life

The ‘Be Local Coupon Book’ is back

It’s that time of year again – leaves are changing, pumpkins are on display and the newest “Be Local Coupon Book” is about to hit the shelves of local, independent businesses in La Plata Cou...

DATE: Oct 29, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local First

Dirty shoes create a stink

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been with my wonderful husband for 15 years. I currently work from home with our small children, ages 4 and 1. I have a “no shoes in the house” policy (always have), but my ...

DATE: Oct 29, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Cheating rocks shaky marriage

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for 25 years. He has recently started running around with his buddies and partying. He hardly has time for me anymore. I found out he had cheat...

DATE: Oct 28, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Woman tires of sister’s negativity

DEAR ABBY: I have ALS, aka Lou Gehrig’s disease, am wheelchair- or bed-bound, and am unable to do anything for myself, much less around the house. My husband works, and aides come in four d...

DATE: Oct 28, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

The indie-folk of Delicate Flower

The Hive has resurrected a bit of Durango’s past. Longtime supporters of Durango’s skateboard community may remember the Shred Shed, the skate shop that existed around the 1100 block of Main...

DATE: Oct 28, 2021 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Context for petition to improve health care at Mercy

By Concerned, Retired Mercy Physicians History and stated mission In 1882, the Sisters of Mercy came to Durango to serve the health care needs of the people of the Four Corners. For 140 year...

DATE: Oct 25, 2021 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

Bayfield’s Joe Stephenson: Man or myth?

Dear Mr. Line: So, I’m reading about upcoming events in Bayfield, and I say to myself, “I wonder who this Joe Stephenson was who was such a big deal that they named a park after him?” An...

DATE: Oct 25, 2021 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Shop in the North Main District and trick or treat downtown

The Durango Business Improvement District’s newest promotion is the North Main District Fall Rewards Program. This promotion incentivized and rewards people for choosing to spend their dolla...

DATE: Oct 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: What's Up Downtown

Gen. Colin Powell deserving of honor bestowed on him by president

On Oct. 18, President Joe Biden ordered all flags at the White House, public buildings and grounds, military posts, naval stations, overseas embassies and consular offices to be flown at hal...

DATE: Oct 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

Couple struggles with elderly cat

DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been together 39 years, and we generally get along very well. We’ve always had dogs and cats, and we currently have two of each. While my wife loves all animals...

DATE: Oct 22, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Wife seeks balance with mom

DEAR ABBY: My mom and I have always been close, but since I got married, I have been having a hard time setting boundaries. My parents divorced when I was 12, and Mom went through a string o...

DATE: Oct 22, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

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.