Columnists - The Durango Herald

Tourism in the aftermath of Gold King

The Gold King Mine spill will have lasting implications, but to what degree will they impact tourism, in what way and for how long? Simple answer: It’s too early to know, but we do have some...

DATE: Aug 18, 2015 | CATEGORY: A Take on Tourism

Bold gulp makes governor the toast of the town

If Gov. Hickenlooper is willing to drink water from the Animas River so soon after the toxic spill, what else is he willing to drink? Is he available to hire as entertainment for my next soc...

DATE: Aug 16, 2015 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Even in illness, plane-ticket refunds tough

Everything is negotiable, even a nonrefundable airline ticket. Consider what happened when Ryan Duffy developed complications from brain surgery, which forced him to cancel his A...

DATE: Aug 15, 2015 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

Harnessing the power of emotional intelligence

As we embark upon a new school year, it is time to consider the importance of both the academic and emotional success of our children. Why do we need to worry about their emotional skills? W...

DATE: Aug 15, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Technological disasters can create ‘corrosive community’

Community response to environmental disaster differs based on the cause of the event. In natural disasters, such as earthquakes and hurricanes, communities tend to pull together and support ...

DATE: Aug 15, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

How they saw us

Editor’s note: The minewater spill that happened Aug. 5 came through Durango the next day, turning the Animas River bright yellow-orange. And with that, Durango and the Animas popped up ...

DATE: Aug 15, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Local scene hot with upcoming albums

The recording efforts of local musicians continue to chug along, and you may be surprised by the number of bands and artists recording in and around La Plata County. Musicians ce...

DATE: Aug 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

A high running high school experience

Running 74 miles over four days above 10,000 feet is not something your average high school runner would enjoy doing during their summer vacation, but seniors Benjamin Lachelt and Allee McKo...

DATE: Aug 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Art in the aspens

40 years of searching for sheepherder carvings

DATE: Aug 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: Gulliford's Travels

Scorpius’ stars put sting in summer sky

Greetings, stargazers. The late afternoon monsoon clouds finally parted and made for a few good observing evenings recently. Unfortunately for me, a couple of those nights were ...

DATE: Aug 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: What's up in Durango Skies

Bluegrass and birdsong: Joyful sounds of summer

Durango Nature Studies will hold its seventh annual bluegrass festival Friday at Rotary Park. Over the years, the festival has grown in size and stature. This year, the bands wi...

DATE: Aug 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: Durango Nature Studies

Championships looming on the horizon

Bragging rights continue on our area courses as the Dalton Ranch Men’s Club Championship will be held August 15-16. The field is limited to the first 80 players, and tee times wi...

DATE: Aug 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: Clubhouse Porch