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Category Archives: May 2010
Marching backward into the future
No one looked particularly enslaved — yet a return to the “freedoms” of the past was the theme of a Tea Party rally in Cortez on April 15, the most painful day of all for those who believe they pay … Continue reading
Published in David Long, May 2010
The BLM rejects protests to Canyons of the Ancients’ plan
Nearly 10 years after the creation of Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, a management plan for the 166,000-acre area appears headed toward implementation. The office of BLM Director Bob Abbey denied or dismissed all 14 protests that had been … Continue reading
Published in May 2010
Commissioners mull options for zoning
The Montezuma County commissioners are pondering whether to revise the landuse code to deal with the perennial problem of unzoned properties. On April 19, they heard from the county planning commission and planning department about options for dealing with zoning … Continue reading
Published in May 2010
Debating the cost of coal on Black Mesa
“How many college students will $250,000 fund?” Answers from the audience at the Hardrock, Ariz., Senior Citizens meeting hall began with, “Five!” Then someone offered, “Three,” and finally someone in the back called out, “How about just one in today’s … Continue reading
Published in May 2010
Noble breeds: Mancos sculptor captures animals’ essence
One day, sculptor Patsy Davis’ wire-hair pointer paced the house, begging to go out. Davis ignored her — until a squeak caught her attention. Picturing mischief, she dashed to see what the dog was doing. The dog wasn’t doing anything. … Continue reading
Published in Arts & Entertainment, May 2010
Study: Mining near Grand Canyon could threaten water
A new study by the U.S. Geologic Survey indicates that the Grand Canyon watershed is susceptible to additional radioactive contamination from future uranium-mining. The 350-page report was completed as part of a proposal by the Obama Administration to ban new … Continue reading
Published in May 2010