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Shame on Herald for school reporting

Shame on the Durango Herald and the anonymous parent who felt it necessary to “skip to the front of the line” and sensationalize the Durango High school student activity on March 15 (“Balloo...

‘Medicare for all’ bill shines in Congress

I have been involved in providing primary care medical care for 32 years and have encountered many ways that our medical system is failing. The costs of insurance, medications and...

The city election

Voters have a serious question to mull on taxes, and several fine candidates

Rep. John Lewis is a hero for all times

On Sunday, Feb. 24, I unexpectedly heard from a real hero, Rep. John Lewis of Georgia. He made a short presentation at the Academy Awards. In this age where many are called heroes...

Letter writer way off base on lands act

Patrick McKay’s recent letter, “ Contrary to the claim that the Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act lacks consensus, the legislation – which is a combination of four previously intr...

Who do you call at 3 a.m.?

When it comes to foreign policy capabilities,<br/>Democratic candidates have some explaining to do

City could fix streets without the tax hike

Pay attention and think carefully before voting on 1A. We have heard that if 1A doesn’t pass, streets will deteriorate and will need to be reconstructed rather than maintained, costing taxpa...

Rwanda has come quite far with planning

A friend told me about the International Conference on Family Planning to be held in Rwanda, and asked if I planned to go. I responded: “I am ambivalent about Rwanda; the country ...

Sales tax increase is necessary for city’s future

April’s election will bring change to Durango City council with two new councilors and hopefully new sales tax revenue, the benefits of which, though dedicated to street improvements, are mu...

Editorial cartoons

This oil and gas bill is massive overreach

Natural gas and oil production does a lot for our state. From supporting over 200,000 jobs to providing revenue for government services, our lives are enriched thanks to our energy industry....

Baxter and Noseworthy will fight for us

These are critical times for our community and who we elect for our next City Council will make a big difference. I endorse Kim Baxter and Barbara Noseworthy. I think these two candidates st...