Columnists - The Durango Herald

Ending sexual assault

Excusing bad behavior and blaming the victim is part of ‘rape culture’

DATE: Apr 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

‘Up early fixing breakfast and packing lunches’

This is my last article as the mayor of Durango. The City Council election concluded April 7, and Dean Brookie will soon be mayor. It is a privilege and an honor to be on the Dur...

DATE: Apr 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Who really owns education is complicated

So, who really owns education? Who ultimately holds the responsibility for it and benefits from the process of teaching and learning? To answer this question, it is necessary to define the w...

DATE: Apr 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Acknowledge the true cost of ‘cheap’ electricity

Did you know the federal government is shortchanging us citizens by a billion dollars a year? Cozy deals with the feds are allowing private enterprise to underpay for natural resources. ...

DATE: Apr 25, 2015 | CATEGORY: Population Matters

Looking for something new? Get to know Mud Springs

The Bureau of Land Management Special Recreation Management Areas offer a unique combination of terrain scenery and climate that allows for nearly year-round recreation close to town and are...

DATE: Apr 24, 2015 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Enjoying a day at the club

The luncheon started at a high energy level that continued throughout at the Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County on April 17. The club’s annual day-of-the-ask also included a bre...

DATE: Apr 24, 2015 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

Local afrobeat band builds community

Afrobeat is music of the world, yet calling it “world” music is like using the word “alternative” to describe rock ’n’ roll. It falls so short, cheapening the style and the work m...

DATE: Apr 23, 2015 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Tournament season kicks off at Hillcrest

Tournament play begins for real this weekend at the Hillcrest Golf Club, as the JTM Music/ABCD Blind Draw Scramble kicks off the regular tourney calendar Saturday. There is $500 i...

DATE: Apr 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Clubhouse Porch

Discourage deer from dining in your yard, garden

By Maureen Keilty Living with Wildlife Advisory Board Deer freely browse our landscapes, from city lawns to country orchards. For area gardeners and homeowners, deer ar...

DATE: Apr 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Living with Wildlife

Growers, it’s time to start thinking about the county fair

Editor’s note: Get Growing, written by the La Plata County Extension Office’s Master Gardener Program, appears during the growing season. It features timely tips and suggestions for your gar...

DATE: Apr 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Get Growing

New invasives threaten our farms, the wild

Once there was a fertile valley that was blessed with mild climate, abundant water and good soil. Prosperous farmers grew many varieties of conventional crops, and sold great qua...

DATE: Apr 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Your Ecological House

There’s no ‘perfect’ tree, but there’s a lot to love

This Friday is National Arbor Day. Really, it should be a recognized holiday – no school, no postal deliveries. We could all find a tree and decorate it, yarn-bomb it, perhaps. G...

DATE: Apr 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office