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Our View: Thanks to Bennet, American children win

While many Americans may be focused on the $1,400 stimulus checks wending their way toward them, those who will be most impacted in a positive way by the American Rescue Act are actually Ame...

DATE: Mar 12, 2021 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Letter: Faulty logic driving Bayfield school cuts

The Bayfield School District held a workshop on March 9 to convince themselves that radical budget cuts are necessary to sustain learning in the district. Budget cuts include: transportation...

DATE: Mar 12, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Lockwood shows capability, commitment, character

On April 6, Durango citizens will fill three of the five seats on the City Council for the next four years. I am writing to let you know why I am supporting Frank Lockwood to fil...

DATE: Mar 12, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Editorial cartoons

DATE: Mar 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Editorial Cartoons

Letter: ‘Racism dilemma’ is out of proportion

I recently read the article about the City Council of Durango being concerned about some of the names of the streets and trails in and around Durango. I would like to give you a d...

DATE: Mar 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Jessika Buell is energetic innovator

I am honored to write this letter on behalf of Jesskia Buell. She checks off every box needed to become one of our newest members of Durango City Council. Not only is she smart, ...

DATE: Mar 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Lockwood exhibits commitment to service

Frank Lockwoodâ€™s capability to excel as a City Councilor lies in analysis, mediation, and communications skills from a 30-year legal career. A graduate of Leadership La Plata, h...

DATE: Mar 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Buell offers support for small business

I am happy to support Jessika Buell for Durango City Council. I have known Jessika for six years and my perspective is unique, as I do not only know and see her as a business wom...

DATE: Mar 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Youseff, Furtney best picks for council

Thanks to all the folks who stepped forward to run for City Council. Iâ€™m sure any of these candidates would be good for the community in their own way. However, two of my choic...

DATE: Mar 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: How will Capitol rioters spent their stimulus checks?

As over 300 people have been charged in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol and they are all waiting for their $1,400 dollars, I guess they will need it for their defense – or will ...

DATE: Mar 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Youssef helped keep the city going in pandemic

Warren Buffett is quoted saying, “It’s only when the tide goes out that you learn who has been swimming naked.” Looking back, our community managed better than most through this h...

DATE: Mar 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Youssef has proved herself on council

Melissa Youssef is effective, accountable, and committed. It is said that the best predictor of future performance is past performance, making the decision to re-elect Melissa Youssef to Cit...

DATE: Mar 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.