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Show your support by helping during CrimeStoppers month

The CrimeStoppers program was originated in Albuquerque by concerned residents in September 1976. Today, there are nearly 1,200 CrimeStoppers programs in the United States. The program in Du...

DATE: Jan 10, 2015 | CATEGORY: To Protect and Serve

Wage issue is growing locally

Thank you for your discussion about the minimum wage vs. a living wage (Herald, Jan. 5). It is easy to get them confused. Back in 2008 when concerned residents put together the “La Plata Cou...

DATE: Jan 10, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

The (human)ities in Durango

Discipline can best be understood as ‘a call to arms for social change’

DATE: Jan 10, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Energy policy should not blow with the wind

With all that talk of holiday cheer and goodwill set aside for another 11 months, it is time to get down to the business of lawmaking. Or, rather, position-staking. When it comes...

DATE: Jan 10, 2015 | CATEGORY: Policy and Politics

Licensing law boosts credibility of HOA managers

New laws effective Jan. 1 require licensing for community association managers who perform two or more types of tasks defined by law, including receiving or managing funds, preparing budgets...

DATE: Jan 10, 2015 | CATEGORY: From our Congressman

Healthy lifestyle is a choice and a commitment

It is that time of year when many people resolve to lead healthier lifestyles through changes in diet and exercise. These changes require commitment and perseverance that extends well beyond...

DATE: Jan 8, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Coming to ACT: Superfly sounds of The Earful

The American film industry owes a lot to funk music. I’m not talking about contributions from James Brown and George Clinton. I’m referring to instrumental bands that have provid...

DATE: Jan 8, 2015 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

To spot this squirrel, look for its distinct ears

As we kick into high gear trying to live up to our New Year’s resolutions, the wildlife in our area go about their business. For an animal living at higher elevations, the goal ...

DATE: Jan 7, 2015 | CATEGORY: Durango Nature Studies

Build cold frame to grow vegetables during winter

In the middle of winter, the selection of “fresh” vegetables can be quite meager. Sure, the produce on the store’s shelves could be considered fresh, but it’s highly unlikely it w...

DATE: Jan 7, 2015 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Wolf Creek development enters Act 5

Here we go again. The fight over the Pillage at Wolf Creek is on, folks, and we need your help. Haven’t heard of this little gem? Trying to block negative thoughts in t...

DATE: Jan 7, 2015 | CATEGORY: Thinking Green

Step by step, you can master your money

When I picked up the 656-page tome, I was curious. During the bustle of Noel Night at Maria’s Bookshop, Tony Robbins’ new book grabbed my attention. I was familiar with Robbins fr...

DATE: Jan 6, 2015 | CATEGORY: Money Savvy

Tourism: Whose job is it anyway?

First off, Happy New Year from the Durango Area Tourism Office! And thanks to The Durango Herald, which will be running 12 columns on tourism in 2015. When it comes to attracting ...

DATE: Jan 6, 2015 | CATEGORY: A Take on Tourism