Letters to the Editor https://tj.durangoherald.com/section/letters-to-the-editor-2/feed/ Latest local news from The Durango Herald. Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:09:58 -0600 en-us 30 https://tj.durangoherald.com/world-cup-fans-are-falling-for-americas-charms/ I just read an editorial by Jeff Bogle on BBC News that made me quite emotional. It shared tales of World Cup fans visiting our country and being gobsmacked by its many charms – from different cuisines to giant stores... Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0600 318577AB-899E-494E-B64C-11922893B160 https://tj.durangoherald.com/invoke-the-25th-remove-trump-now/ The strain on cherished friendships over the present president of the United States has been so profound in my life that it’s caused a pain and angst I’ve never experienced before. His recent depiction of himself as Jesus left me... Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0600 5BF551CF-DDCF-476C-8471-AFB7FBB02B87 https://tj.durangoherald.com/who-owns-montezuma-countys-blighted-properties/ As reported by KSJD, Commissioner Gerald Koppenhafer said some people are living on properties where there are “generations of stuff” needing to be cleaned up. Which “generations”? The Old Guard that fights any attempt to impose ordinances on their property,... Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0600 35E27014-E922-4F07-9C56-F4A3FD8F0F6E https://tj.durangoherald.com/trump-promised-much-delivered-the-opposite/ I would like to address this letter to MAGA/Trump supporters. Here are some things Trump said he was going to do: rebalance the scales of justice, bring back peace and prosperity, make MLK’s dream come true, drill baby drill, support... Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0600 F9D7916B-3F56-4894-9A75-841F78466FDE https://tj.durangoherald.com/nordfest-was-a-great-success/ On June 22, five bands performed at the Mancos Brewery to benefit regional cancer support organizations. This special annual celebration created a time for community connection and love of music. We are so grateful for the effort that went into... Sun, 22 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0600 D25F7041-1EC2-4FB1-B077-093474586EFC https://tj.durangoherald.com/we-all-want-to-feel-safe-again/ Who feels safe right now? I don’t. I’m worried about my new business, kids, neighbors and country, and the Ukrainian people. This week, I wondered if others in Southwest Colorado also feel unsafe? I decided the place to find out... Wed, 05 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0700 9149538E-BE8C-4914-A260-C80D74C67242 https://tj.durangoherald.com/u-s-flag-trump-support-at-cross-purposes/ It is often said, “Patriotism is the last refuge of the scoundrel.” That is appropriate, as I often see American flags flown in the same display as support for “Trump 2024.” I believe that those two sentiments are actually at... Sun, 25 Feb 2024 02:45:00 -0700 14B4FA7D-7CD5-4304-9FCF-EF921391835E https://tj.durangoherald.com/ballot-in-one-hand-ar-15-in-other/ OK, now I get it. I don’t feel the love for Donald Trump and admittedly, never have. I’m amazed he’s not in a prison cell with the maggots who did his dirty work on Jan. 6. Trump is a liar... Sun, 26 Nov 2023 00:45:00 -0700 0743A722-A218-4B55-BA4B-19855A8C7516 https://tj.durangoherald.com/who-will-ask-re-1-board-president-to-resign/ Your front page article in the March 16 edition of The Journal answered many of the questions generated by the District RE-1 school board’s termination of the district superintendent. However, there is one unanswered question we who are onlookers have... Wed, 23 Mar 2022 04:45:00 -0600 CF1BBC9F-6AA4-45AD-8A92-884E93243451