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Listen to them: Brave young people with bold ideas were treated reprehensively

Aztec High School students arrive at McGee Park in Farmington to be reunited with family. Three people were killed in…

February 26, 2018

Gerson: Billy Graham was consumed by grace and gratitude

Michael Gerson, Washington Post Columnistdu1-i-syn But this would be hard to tell from reading Billy Graham’s sermons, which even close…

February 26, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Vote to change status quo in Dolores

At the outset, it is important to note the destruction of the playground was unnecessary and tragic. Period. The second…

February 22, 2018

Education Update

Haukeness: School district committed to all-around student well-being

Lori Haukenessdu1-i-syn Throughout Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1, we strive to serve our students as whole individuals, not just as classroom…

February 22, 2018

Editorials

DOI actions: Energy dominance takes a toll on public lands, public input and other industries

Connie Clementson, BLM Tres Rios Field Office Manager, discusses a new computer model for taking comments on BLM master lease…

February 22, 2018

Hoyt: The next generation – America’s future farmers and ranchers depend upon training and education today

As a farmer myself, I’ve seen high turnover in new and beginning farm operations. This is caused by many factors,…

February 19, 2018

Urge Rep. Tipton to join climate caucus

Former President George W. Bush, Mitt Romney, Sen. John McCain and other prominent Republican leaders have spoken out about our…

February 19, 2018

FFA: Celebration showcases the importance of agriculture, training and education

du1-i-syn Agriculture is a wonderfully diverse way of life with rewarding opportunities. It is also hard work, a challenging way…

February 19, 2018

‘Frozen out’: Secretary Zinke ignored NPS advisory board members until they walked away

The view seen on the way to Glacier Point trail in the Yosemite National Park, Calif.(AP Photo/Tammy Webber, File) Some…

February 15, 2018

Sheek: Coming soon, an updated LUC and building code

Cortez Mayor Karen Sheekdu1-i-syn The focus was to develop a strategy for engaging all citizens, particularly those from under-represented groups,…

February 15, 2018

Thiessen:Trump throws away his momentum for ‘Peanuts’

Marc Thiessen, Washington Post Writers Groupdu1-i-syn Normally, presidents try to ride the wave from a successful State of the Union…

February 12, 2018

With dryer climate, hemp makes sense

We are rich in water, however, as weather patterns continue to change, we find ourselves existing in drought conditions much…

February 12, 2018

Fast response to problem appreciated

Two weeks ago, we visited Mayor Sheek regarding a problem with the entrance from Empire Street to Brookside Drive; the…

February 12, 2018

XXIII Olympics: Let winter games in South Korea serve as symbol of peace

The Olympic halfpipe at the 2018 Winter Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea.du1-i-syn Thirty-one of them (more than any other state)…

February 12, 2018

The deception on beef origins continues

Multinational meatpackers that distribute beef in Colorado have been applying the USA label on beef from animals exclusively born and…

February 8, 2018

Theissen: Attempt to block memo was scandalous

Marc Theissendu1-i-syn The ostensible reason for suppressing the memo was that it was classified. But now that we have seen…

February 8, 2018

Rep. Tipton represents corporate interests

The man who hates federal public lands, which are owned by us, the citizens, once again shows what side he…

February 8, 2018

Urge Rep. Tipton to join climate caucus

Like a growing number of Americans, I am concerned about our current administration’s policies regarding the environment and global warming.…

February 8, 2018

SOTU: Trump’s first state of the union full of proposals, but short on specifics

President Donald Trump delivers his State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress on Capitol Hill in…

February 8, 2018

Guest Columns

Samuelson: What does commonsense immigration look like?

Robert Samuelson This contrasts with our demonstrated ability to absorb newcomers. It’s time to overcome this two-headed legacy with an…

February 5, 2018

Watch Yore Topknot

James: Riding along in the litter

Tom James Empty snuff cans. Cigarette butts. Old wire from replaced fence lines and an occasional tire. This day I…

February 5, 2018

Letters to the Editor

As always, immigrants enhance our nation

Whenever I see Hispanics working in construction, I imagine my grandfather and his men speaking Italian rather than Spanish, doing…

February 5, 2018

Editorials

Colorado lottery: Reauthorize and audit this valuable program that makes our lives better

Mancos students celebrate receiving a GOCO grant for building a new playground at the elementary school.Sam Green/The Journal Throughout most…

February 5, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Tipton does average Coloradans no favors

Are you a teacher? Tipton’s House version eliminated deductions for classroom supplies. The Senate did add back $250. Need to…

February 5, 2018