Newsletter Opinion - The Durango Herald

How do you know it wasn’t polar bears?

The Durango Herald mainly publishes news and editorials that accord with its left-wing views. Objectivity has long since left the room. I read somewhat in horror the meandering ed...

DATE: Apr 22, 2019 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Monica Lewinsky wants a word with you

If you’re over 30, chances are Monica Lewinsky brings memories about presidential scandals You may think you know all you need to about that. I challenge you to rethink those events with you...

DATE: Apr 22, 2019 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

No lie

Bill in state Legislature would penalize untruthful police. We need that.

DATE: Apr 22, 2019 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Vote for Jeff Mannix and against coal

If you care about rising electric bills and future economic development in our county, you should vote for Jeff Mannix in the La Plata Electric Association election. Jeff will work for: lowe...

DATE: Apr 22, 2019 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Some is good, more is not always better

Check out the big brain on George Thompson! (“ Given that Earth’s atmosphere now contains more carbon dioxide, 25% more, in fact, than at anytime in 800,000 years, happy days are here! ...

DATE: Apr 22, 2019 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Monica Lewinsky fights cyber-bullying

We know one of the major reasons that teens reach the point where they would take their own lives. There are more, but public shaming or cyber-bullying can’t be dismissed. Before the interne...

DATE: Apr 21, 2019 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

A real green deal

If it were properly focused it could wipe<br/>the smirk right off Donald Trump’s face

DATE: Apr 21, 2019 | CATEGORY: Thomas Friedman

County stays ahead of Mother Nature’s surprises

You know that it is April in La Plata County when you layer your clothing just to walk down the street. Mother Nature seems to move front and center in the springtime. We thank ...

DATE: Apr 20, 2019 | CATEGORY: From the Chair

Many health care bills on the move

The multi-faceted issue of health care in Colorado is questioned frequently as I tour District 59, repeated often in the calls and letters I receive. I am the first to admit it is...

DATE: Apr 20, 2019 | CATEGORY: From the State House

For Earth Day, learn about carbon act

Earth Day, April 22, is a reminder of the power inherent in grassroots movements to make dramatic changes that improve our lives. Young or old, Americans across the country are fa...

DATE: Apr 19, 2019 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

New Council and fresh restart for city

Spring has arrived in Durango and change is in the air. Mother Nature delivered both negatives and positives this past year, with a devastating drought and a wildfire that raged f...

DATE: Apr 19, 2019 | CATEGORY: From the Mayor