Colorado has long punched above its weight in shaping national policy, and this administration is no different. With the appointment of Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy, our state once again finds itself in a key position of influence in Washington, D.C.
Dickenson: From the Rockies to the Beltway, Colorado’s influence in Washington Read More »
Have you ever found yourself in a group where you discovered the leader was corrupt? Maybe it was a church, where the pastor was not living the message, or a volunteer organization, where the leaders were taking advantage of their positions.
Baldauf: Voters ignored biased perspective of broadcast and print news in ’24 election Read More »
A second Trump presidency has sparked significant concerns among some Colorado Democrats. They cite fears over federal overreach, social policy rollbacks and economic instability.
Veterans are pillars of our society, honored for their sacrifices and service. Companies like USAA and Navy Federal Credit Union have built their brands around serving military families, often positioning themselves as trusted allies.
Verhoeff: Are veterans being exploited by companies claiming to support them? Read More »
The legal journey of Tina Peters, former Clerk and Recorder of Mesa County, Colorado, has become emblematic of the contentious debates surrounding election integrity and judicial fairness. Peters now seeks bond pending appeal, citing significant procedural and constitutional concerns in her trial.
Tina Peters appeal filed while justice awaits Jena Griswold Read More »
On Nov. 5, 2024, Colorado voters approved Prop. KK, a ballot measure that introduces a 6.5% excise tax on the sale of firearms, ammunition and specific firearm parts.
Colorado, long admired for its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant outdoor culture, and once-thriving economy, finds itself at a crossroads.
Daniel: Eventually, you run out of other people’s money Read More »
A U.S. senator, Chris Coons (D-DE), said again he is “amused” that it will take two billionaires to oversee President-elect Donald Trump’s new Department of Government Efficiency! (D.O.G.E)
Madison: Efficiency in government, an oxymoron! Read More »
Realigning the main drag through Sterling left a couple parcels of land orphaned. It wasn’t necessarily that they looked worse than they did before — one of them was a former trailer park where the only vestiges of its former life were bare concrete pads with socketless meter boxes poking up here and there. The highway realignment didn’t make them ugly, it made them uglier: it left a bit of land whose shape wouldn’t be too conducive to anything useful. Yet another empty patch of dirt on my daily commute.
Gaines: You can make a difference by volunteering for a local board or committee Read More »
The Durango 9-R School Board is poised to take an alarming step that undermines the values of neutrality and inclusivity our schools should uphold.
Ganahl: Say ‘NO’ to political flags in our classrooms! Read More »
