Kidd: NEH grant to Crow Canyon pays dividends Earlier this month, the National Endowment for the Humanities, which has supported the valuable work of Colorado Humanities and other… August 27, 2018
SHS board of directors must step down du1-i-syn When a public or private corporation or institution fails, and the board of directors points its finger of blame… August 27, 2018
Editorials Democratic candidate for governor should change his mind on debate Jared Polisdu1-i-syn A cardinal rule of campaigning for public office, especially as an election draws near, concerns impressions: Generate the… August 23, 2018
Education Update Haukeness: Why are we so concerned about test scores? Lori Haukenessdu1-i-syn The district received our state test scores showing the growth and achievement of our students this month. As… August 23, 2018
Letters to the Editor A silent patriot cared for our fallen flag Thank you to the Silent Patriot. Empire Electric would like to express gratitude for the silent act of patriotism demonstrated… August 23, 2018
If baker makes it back to the Supreme Court, we have forebodings Baker Jack Phillips, owner of Masterpiece Cakeshop, manages his shop in Lakewood. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)du1-i-syn Jack Phillips is back in… August 20, 2018
Parker: Saying goodbye to a soldier and soul singer Kathleen Parkerdu1-i-syn PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. – Ecclesiastes tells us that there’s a time to mourn and a time to dance,… August 20, 2018
James: Keep forging ahead Tom Jamesdu1-i-syn Seems like we’ve had our share of “tribulation” – winter drought followed by summer fire – but through… August 20, 2018
Tipton is a wolf in politician’s clothing We are hearing a lot from Scott Tipton these days now that the November elections are getting closer. He tells… August 20, 2018
Thank you all for the solar barn-raising I am writing to extend a big thank you to everyone who helped with our photovoltaic installation. John Lyle and… August 16, 2018
Letters to the Editor Thank you to Mancos festival sponsors Mancos Valley Resources and the Mancos Trails Group heartily thank the many community members and businesses whose generosity made the… August 13, 2018
Guest Columns Rigney: Sen. Gardner, act now to preserve the LWCF Rigney, Osprey Packsdu1-i-syn At Osprey – a leading manufacturer of outdoor gear employing over 115 people in the U.S. –… August 13, 2018
Editorials Hard cases: A refugee shot an officer in Colorado Springs – does his immigration status matter? du1-i-syn If the name Karrar Noaman Al Khammasi doesn’t ring a bell, that’s not the worst thing. Recently, several Colorado… August 13, 2018
Commissioners wasting money on claim On June 18, Montezuma County commissioners granted themselves jurisdiction over 17 roads and trails within the San Juan National Forest… August 9, 2018
MILBANK: Down badly at halftime, Trump declares victory du1-i-syn WASHINGTON – This is a grim moment for President Trump and his team. A Trump-boosting Republican member of Congress… August 9, 2018
Investing in abuse: PERA has another problem du1-i-syn If socially responsible investments provided a better return than putting money into gun manufacturing, the market would take care… August 9, 2018
Robert Samuelson Samuelson: The triumph of downward mobility du1-i-syn WASHINGTON – It’s an axiom among many Americans that each future generation will live better than its predecessor. New… August 6, 2018
Letters to the Editor Thanks for the Cortez fireworks show What a glorious Fourth of July we celebrated in Cortez! While other communities canceled their annual fireworks displays or substituted… August 6, 2018
Editorials Pickaxing stars won’t do anything to clean up the mess we’ve made (AP Photo/Richard Vogel) Pedestrians walk past a cordoned off area surrounding the vandalized star for Donald Trump on the Hollywood… August 6, 2018
Letters to the Editor Lack of transparency fails the county On June 18, the Montezuma County commissioners passed a resolution that asserts rights of way on roads, routes and trails… August 2, 2018
Opinion Haukeness: Schools preparing now for return of students du1-i-syn The sight of school supplies set out in stores around town always makes me smile. While I enjoy summer,… August 2, 2018
Editorials Sand Canyon: A modest proposal du1-i-syn Those looking forward to a hike in the Sand Canyon and Rock Creek trails west of Cortez now find… August 2, 2018
Editorials Road show: Montezuma County claims over historic routes not in public’s interest SHANNON LIVICK/STAR<br><br>A SECTION OF road on in the Boggy Draw area shows deep ruts. This road , 527.J, is proposed… July 30, 2018
Kathleen Parker Parker: Feeling sorry for Trump? That’s the plan du1-i-syn WASHINGTON – Two distinct realities coexist in the nation’s capital with the approximate compatibility of oil and water. There’s… July 30, 2018
