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The Inflation Reduction Act invests in energy, water and rural America

Democrats held unified control of government for two years under President Joe Biden. They spent their political capital to invest in America with three laws that will show most of their ben...

DATE: Jan 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Thankless weddings have worn thin

DEAR ABBY: A few years ago, we were invited to my cousin’s eldest daughter’s wedding. Although my cousin and I are close, I barely know the daughter. We were invited only because my cousin w...

DATE: Jan 23, 2025 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Deciding whether to pick up a stray dog

When traveling through rural areas, especially on drives through places like Arizona, Utah and the Navajo Nation, encountering stray dogs is a common experience. It’s estimated that up to 50...

DATE: Jan 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

Mixed in Mancos album release party to be held this weekend

Erik Nordstrom wants to bring the Four Corners music scene to the world. Fans of local bands likely know Nordstrom from rock bands Lawn Chair Kings and Farmington Hill, bands he’s been part ...

DATE: Jan 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Zornio: TikTok is only part of the problem. Meta and X need regulating, too

All social media apps are underregulated. If we’re serious about national security and data privacy, that era must come to an end

DATE: Jan 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Sister’s fixation needs to stop

DEAR ABBY: My younger sister and I were close growing up. We didn’t have many friends, but we were always willing to play games and have fun with each other. At one point, my sister said she...

DATE: Jan 21, 2025 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Searching for parking answers

Dear Action Line: I was searching for a parking spot downtown when I remembered a rumor that the new hotel on East Second Avenue will only have parking for half the amount of rooms. Is t...

DATE: Jan 20, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

New year, same ol’ me

A whole new batch of horse problems means we’re growing together

DATE: Jan 19, 2025 | CATEGORY: Sports

Together, we must find a solution that addresses the significant wildfire threat facing our community

I’ve been watching the devastation caused by the wildfires in California. My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the communities, the residents, and those who have lost loved ones an...

DATE: Jan 19, 2025 | CATEGORY: Opinion

An unserious nation deserves Pete Hegseth

First let me hit you with some realities: The secretary-general of NATO, Mark Rutte, has said that the West is not prepared for the challenges that will come over the next five years and tha...

DATE: Jan 19, 2025 | CATEGORY: Opinion

Friendship cools amid good fortune

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been friends with another couple for 15 years. We would see each other once or twice a week, alternating between each other’s home and occasionally out to di...

DATE: Jan 18, 2025 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Office won’t contact correct parent

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have four children, so there are many, many appointments to make and keep. We both have full-time jobs, so we split up the responsibilities by category; I get the...

DATE: Jan 17, 2025 | 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.