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Not waste, but the Pentagon vs. the welfare state

If we wish to reduce defense spending, we have to cut the military’s size and capabilities. If we wish to expand the military, we need to pay for it. WASHINGTON — Any reporter who...

DATE: Dec 12, 2016 | CATEGORY: Guest Columns

When it comes to parking tickets, park users get to skate

If there is no parking allowed at the Durango Skate Park, why are cars usually parked there? – Joe Green “Durango doesn’t have a parking problem – Durango has a walking problem.” ...

DATE: Dec 11, 2016 | CATEGORY: Action Line

BLM rule a welcome step to address San Juan Basin’s methane cloud

As local elected officials representing San Juan Basin communities, we welcome the news that the Department of the Interior has finalized new rules to cut the waste of natural gas, also call...

DATE: Dec 11, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Agency’s politics override responsibility

Separating domestic and bighorn sheep ranges is a better way.

DATE: Dec 11, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

The perfect gift: Give your loved one a subscription to the news

If you’re stressing over what to give friends and loved ones during this holiday season, I’m here to help. Consider giving them print or digital subscriptions – or both – to news ...

DATE: Dec 11, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Fines on airlines nearly double, but will that help?

The Department of Transportation fined airlines $4.5 million in 2016 for infractions ranging from lengthy tarmac delays to failing to compensate passengers for lost luggage, almost double la...

DATE: Dec 11, 2016 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

Wiki technology helps people with disabilities tell their stories

Twenty-five years ago, if any wiki existed, it was a lyric from a Sheb Wooley song. Today, wiki technology shapes the way many of us access information. In the future, it may be the way peop...

DATE: Dec 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: Creating Community

Donald Trump’s other goal: To make America gasp again

Many people voted for Donald Trump because they believed his promises that he would restore what they imagine were the good old days – the days when America had lots of traditional jobs mini...

DATE: Dec 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Locals celebrate birthdays, anniversaries

By Ann Butler Neighbors columnist Decking the halls for their birthdays are Carter House, Dell Manners, Kyle Branson, Eve Gilmore, Don Cornutt, Norman Broad, Rita Lee,...

DATE: Dec 9, 2016 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

Trump wants to run with the real billionaires

Donald Trump has long sold himself to a credulous public as a business genius worth many billions. So it was something of an inconvenience when New York Times reporter Timothy O’Brien put Tr...

DATE: Dec 9, 2016 | CATEGORY: Froma Harrop

Collaborative ‘Carol’ is innovative and moving

When Ebenezer Scrooge (played with crabby directness by Bob Thom) tucks himself into bed on Christmas Eve, he happens to be standing on stage. The illusion is so complete and so ...

DATE: Dec 8, 2016 | CATEGORY: Culture Gulch

Shows highlight holiday season at concert hall

The holidays are in full swing, and we are winding down this semester at Fort Lewis College. The music department holiday concert last Friday was a huge success with a nearly sol...

DATE: Dec 8, 2016 | CATEGORY: View from the Fort