Emily Hayes

Position: Herald Staff Writer

Lawmakers walk line between public health and economic well-being

Questions about when to reopen the economy are being raised as the Small Business Administration announced Thursday it has run out of money to fund a popular emergency loan program. Senate...

DATE: April 17, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Tipton challenger James Iacino wins Democratic district assembly

Political newcomer and business owner James Iacino won the 3rd Congressional District’s Democratic assembly Wednesday with 49.4% of the delegate votes. He hopes to unseat Rep. Scott Tipton,...

DATE: April 16, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

How to cut your own hair in self-isolation

After a few weeks under a statewide stay-at-home order, and with hair salons and barbershops closed for the foreseeable future, you might be thinking it’s time to learn how to cut your own hair....

DATE: April 16, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

During pandemic, shoppers increasingly purchase food directly from ranchers

For Montezuma County rancher Drew Gordanier, self-isolation has mostly felt like a normal early spring season. He’s sold some yearlings, but at a lower price, and will be moving cattle to the high...

DATE: April 14, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

CBD processing start-up could help Southwest Colorado hemp farmers

As one of the first states to legalize recreational cannabis, Colorado is well-positioned to make hemp its next big industry. At least Deepank Utkhede, director of the new CBD processing start-up...

DATE: April 11, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

10 easy steps to make your own face mask

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention encourages everyone to wear cloth masks when leaving the home. But what if you don’t have a suitable bandanna or a face mask? Fear not. We’re here to...

DATE: April 8, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

How candidates for U.S. House differ on health care, the economy, public lands

The coronavirus outbreak has put an end to the gladhanding and in-person town halls that have become a staple of political campaigns – at least for now. Gov. Jared Polis has signed an executive...

DATE: April 5, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango, Bayfield and Ignacio unsure what to expect from federal funds

U.S. Congress passed the $2 trillion CARES Act to ease the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic last week, but state and local governments are still trying to parse how to implement the $150...

DATE: April 4, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

EPA relaxes pollution reporting requirements during COVID-19 response

WASHINGTON – The Environmental Protection Agency notified chemical plants, power companies and other facilities last week that they do not have to meet the legal requirements for reporting air and...

DATE: April 3, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado attorney general endorses James Iacino for Tipton’s seat

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced his endorsement this week of James Iacino in the Democratic primary for the 3rd Congressional District. A former deputy attorney general under...

DATE: April 3, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado doesn’t have enough ventilators, so medical professionals get creative

WASHINGTON – The limited supply of ventilators is one of the main concerns hospitals face as they gear up for what is expected to be an onslaught of COVID-19 cases in April. To prepare, medical...

DATE: April 1, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Where candidates for U.S. Senate stand on health care, the economy and public lands

The spread of the coronavirus and the government’s response has disrupted nearly every facet of life in Colorado. And how we practice politics, including gathering for county assemblies or party...

DATE: March 27, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

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