Journal Staff Writer

The ‘National Popular Vote’ is deceiving

This fall, voters will be asked to consider Proposition 113, also known as the National Popular Vote. This proposition has but one purpose: It seeks to eliminate the Electoral College. ...

Endorsements: We’re a YES on wolves

Ah-OOOOO! We’re a YES on Proposition 114, the reintroduction of gray wolves

We need Diane Mitsch Bush in Congress

What we need now more than ever is someone who will work for all of us and not insult those with whom she disagrees. We need someone with a proven track record of working across party lines....

Endorsements: The time has come for popular vote

Here is a reminder why the presidential candidates are spending so much money and time in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Florida: They are among the few so-called battleground states where support f...

There is no place for Confederate flag

American soldiers defended this country against the Confederate army, which did not believe in the liberties which define the U.S. Today, people display the Confederate flag alongside the Am...

America, like decency, is endangered

It is hard to sit down to a meal and drinks with family and friends, if they are Democrats, without having an argument. I can’t sit by without defending America. I don’t understand why every...

Freedom of speech is a two-way street

The anti-mask, pro-President Trump crowd drive down Main Street waving their flags to declare their freedom from state public health orders. They have their freedom of speech. But does that ...

Time to vote No, again, on abortion ban

Coloradans are asked to vote on yet another abortion ban, despite having weighed in on this issue already. As we navigate the pandemic, this is no time to throw roadblocks in the ...

4-Corners XC Classic

Area runners compete in the 4-Corners Cross Country Classic at Hillcrest Golf Club.

Groups threaten lawsuit over rare bird’s fate

DENVER – Two wildlife conservation groups said Wednesday they intend to file a lawsuit contending that several federal agencies are relying on an outdated plan to save a rare bird found only...

Photo: Semitrailer on Hwy. 550 needs a tow – or two

Benchmark Lookout Tower

The 42-foot-tall Benchmark Lookout Tower serves as a home and an early detection system for wildfire activity northwest of Dolores.