Opinion

When the smoke clears, Southwest Colorado’s wildfire work is just beginning

When a wildfire is finally declared contained, most people breathe a sigh of relief. Families return home. Businesses reopen. The…

Why stop at a constitutional right to hunt?

If Colorado voters are being asked to put a constitutional right to hunt and fish into our state Constitution, why…

Guest commentary: Not even trying

Victor Marx: No to Club 20 participation

Trump loves inflation; we pay the price

“I love the inflation.” – Donald Trump I used to buy a convenient six-pack of canned tomato sauce. Now it’s…

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Leave county private property rights alone

Where do we draw the line? Cars, dogs, guns, horses, pigs, kids – for the love of freedom, why should…

Cortez community shines in storm’s aftermath

Our home and neighborhood were hit hard during the storm on July 21. We were fortunate to have no home…

Our view: Colorado turns 150

A statewide milestone, celebrated close to home

Southwest Colorado needs affordability, accountability and balance

For more than three decades, I have worked with families, farmers, ranchers, property owners, small businesses and local governments across…

Biochar demonstration seeks local farmers

Southwest Colorado farmers who wish to participate in a biochar demonstration at no cost should email NPI at npiinc2000@aol.com with…

Beware the dangers of gambling

Gambling in the U.S. has become a real epidemic. It’s not enough to buy a lottery ticket or play roulette…

Rep. Hurd, answer Bears Ears questions

Congressman Hurd: Thank you for responding to my concerns about President Trump’s proclamations reducing Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national…

Our view: Come to the fair

Built by hand, generation after generation, showcasing the value of agriculture

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It’s time to create new water

For decades, the West has debated how to divide the shrinking waters of the Colorado River. Every proposal asks who…

Big Ag wants to overrule your vote on animal welfare

At Podunk’s Ranch, in Southwest Colorado, family tradition and a sincere commitment to sustainability stand at the heart of everything…

Candelaria owes Sheriff Nowlin an apology

Sheriff Nowlin is and has been a sheriff for the people. As a minority, I can say that the sheriff…

Speed, bias and human judgment: Inside the League’s AI presentation

Recently the Montezuma County League of Women Voters hosted a presentation on Artificial Intelligence by Ben Burkett. Ben audits large…

Protect Chaco Canyon from the drilling threat

Chaco Canyon is under threat of drilling rigs in the very near future. For those who have visited – and…

Our view: Kicking down the barn

Monument cuts undo in an afternoon what neighbors spent decades building

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Naomi Riess is the right choice for HD 59

I have known Naomi Riess for many years through our shared involvement in local community groups. She is thoughtful, prepared…

Don’t listen to what Trump says, watch what he does

I always wonder: Do young people read the newspaper or do they get their information from social media and their…

Our view: Thanks to Polis and Peters, clemency needs sunshine

Former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters’ belief that the 2020 election denied Donald Trump the presidency, and that her county’s…