To the next District 59 representative, good luck. Remember who you represent, laugh so you don’t cry, work on both sides of the aisle, take advantage of every opportunity, join every committee you ...

The two candidates running for La Plata County Commissioner present starkly different backgrounds and visions. Incumbent Matt Salka brings extensive experience as an IT professional and former Mayor ...

A yes vote on Proposition 127 will protect bobcats, lynx and mountain lions from hunting and trapping in Colorado. It will allow the killing of these animals under certain circumstances, such as ...

In 2014, businesswoman Katherine Gehl had an epiphany about the failures of government: Politics is an industry, but unlike other industries with many competitors, politics only has two. With a U.S.

It’s essential to support leaders who demonstrate commitment, integrity and a genuine understanding of the needs and challenges facing our county. I am compelled to express my full support for ...

To those who lament “the parties are the same” – what are you thinking? Compare their plans! First, read Project2025.org or Rep. Barbara McLachlan’s excellent summary of it published here (Oct. 3, ...

Proposition 127 seeks to take away hunting despite experts deeming it a critical tool to effectively manage lions and bobcats. While supporters of Proposition 127 argue that this hunting is inhumane – ...

This week, we bring you Part 2 of our “Meet the Candidates,” with Colorado House District 59 candidates Clark Craig (Republican) and Katie Stewart (Democrat.) The two are running to fill the seat ...

A few years ago, a concerned resident let me know about a Canadian company’s proposal to do exploratory drilling for copper in the La Plata Mountains west of Durango. I told him not to worry, at least ...

We are writing to express our concerns about Proposition 129, which proposes the creation of Veterinary Professional Associates (VPAs) with minimal training. As local veterinarians, we are deeply ...