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Still beating the drums of war

While reading Sunday’s Durango Herald, I looked up at my TV that said in a headline, “Trump says no one will be fired in the Signal witch hunt.” I don’t think I am wrong on reporter Jeffrey ...

For the record on LPEA rate increase and more

We appreciate the engagement around LPEA’s power transition but want to correct misinformation (Herald, April 2). The 7.72% rate adjustment in 2025 is not the largest in LPEA’s history – in ...

Readers write poetry:

Durango, a beautiful place. Just sitting here being blessed to behold it. The river’s soft unbreakable flow. As I yield to its still small voice just as strong and just as unyielding as the...

Readers write poetry: Intentions

I have a list of intentions And all of them are good. I know about the road to hell That's fully understood. It's impossible to get to all of them For reasons I'll not mention; But today! To...

Will Tesla go the way of the Tucker?

Will “Tesla” go the way of “Tucker”? Gifford Holt Durango Ed. Note: Preston Tucker was an innovative auto designer who incorporated safety and performance in his cars. A series...

SSA privatization, the plan all along?

Recently much has been said about the impact DOGE is having on the Social Security Administration. Bloomberg reported back in March that Musk had tapped three individuals representing privat...

Supporting a Durango that welcomes all

We haven’t forgotten. There may be massive and destructive changes currently happening across our country, but we will not allow the tall, blatantly racist statue at the Toh-Atin Gallery in ...

LPEA signs a deal, where are the members?

LPEA’s CEO just announced the signing of a power contract with Mercuria, declaring that our co-op is ready to exit Tri-State. But while the announcement was made with confidence, one importa...

Why Durango needs Shirley Gonzales on City Council

Chances for owning a home in Durango are disappearing, and many of us can’t even make rent. We’ve made some progress, but Durango needs new solutions and deeper commitment to create affordab...

Astounded at prices CommonSpirit charges

I am shocked. I just received my claim summaries for the shots I take once a month. Since I am only taking these for 12 months, it is important that I do not miss a dose. Recently, I opted ...

Medicaid funding cuts jeopardize community health

As a social worker and educator who has practiced in this community for 36 years, I am deeply concerned about the proposed federal budget, which includes substantial cuts to Medicaid funding...

Vote Koso for quality leadership on City Council

I believe that Kip Koso would be a great choice for Durango City Council. Having the pleasure of knowing him well as a teenager, college student and then as a professional, he has continued...