Craig Rummel: Risks to erosion of rule of law
We have over 600 jurisdictions (states, cities, and counties) that currently violate federal immigration law by claiming sanctuary status. Our own state legislature, bypassing the “Red flag bill” is violating our 2nd and 5th amendment...
Evelyn Tileston: Thanks ‘silent fixer’
Being a senior citizen in Craig can have its benefits. After the March 7 blizzard, my mailbox ended up on the ground. Within a few days, a friend said he would fix it as soon as...
Lois Stoffle: Hospital deserves better
I am so sick and tired of hearing people bash our hospital here in Craig! We are so fortunate to have this facility in our community. While a lot of folks are angry or upset...
Museum of Northwest Colorado: Phenomenal job keeping snow clear
The staff of the Museum of Northwest Colorado would like to thank the City of Craig and specifically the Parks and Recreation Department for keeping the sidewalks and gutters clear of snow and ice this...
Nora Jones: Thanks for saving my life
I would like to take a minute to thank the EMT’s, firemen, and police that got me to the hospital (even if I have no memory of it). The emergency room doctors, nurses, all the...
Leonard A. Zaragoza: Students should face charges
On April 18, 2018, two individuals made plans to commit acts of violence at one or more of the schools in Craig. Since then, there has been no mention of these actions or mention of...
Eddie Kiggins: Manhole covers a big problem, too
I would like to comment on the article in the paper Wednesday the 27th about potholes. This is not only just pothole season, because there are man-made potholes all over Craig. Have you ever driven down...
John Kinkaid: Candidates’ plans raise concerns
After reading the city council and mayoral candidates’ plans for the city in the Craig Daily Press, I’m pretty concerned about the future of Moffat County and Craig, specifically. It seemed like there was a...
Northwest Colorado Health: Thank you for supporting Hospice Daffodils
Relief, gratitude, closure. You are likely to hear these words if you speak to individuals who have received support from our hospice team during a loved one’s end-of-life journey. They will tell you about feeling...
Frank and Kerry Moe: Appreciative of Maybell store hospitality during snowstorm
During the past week’s incredible Bomb Cyclone snowstorm events, we believe there are many heroic stories to be shared, and we would like to share one that we are aware of. We would like to...
Hayden Library: Thanks extended for book fair support
We would like to thank the community of Hayden and surrounding areas for supporting our annual Scholastic Book Fair. This year was exceptional, and we are grateful for the support of parents, children, teachers, and...
Carolyn Walsh: Grateful for senior snow removal
I wish to thank the Moffat County Commissioners for the senior citizen snow removal program once again! And a grateful thank you to the Moffat County Road and Bridge Department and the operators! Carolyn Walsh...
Bears Ears Sportsman Club: Appreciate defense of second amendment
On behalf of the Bears Ears Sportsman Club, we the board members want to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to the Moffat County Commissioners and Sheriff KC Hume for supporting the Second Amendment of...
Dale Fry: Tell CPW to make hunting ‘fair’ for everyone
Hunters applying for a Colorado limited big game license, and are not applying for a preference point only and DO NOT hunt turkey, small game, or fish are being penalized in this year’s limited license...
Ruth Hendershott: Life is precious
When I read in our paper that the medical staff of Memorial Regional Health was asking its board to change its position of being against aid in dying to being neutral, I had to respond....
Jill Hafey: Sunset appreciates staff at ice rink
Sunset Elementary would like to send a big shout out to the Craig Ice Skating Rink! Sunset took 71 kids to the rink last week for a PBIS rewards trip, and the guys who opened...
Jayne Morley: Transparency needed in Yampa Building talks
In response to your article on Feb. 24, I believe our community needs help with drug addiction and am happy that a step was taken in that direction. Unfortunately, that first step was a misstep....
Mary Lou Allen: Reader agrees with consolidation idea
In reference to John Kinkaid’s letter to the editor dated Feb. 20, I would also like to thank Craig City Councilman Chris Nichols for trying to save the taxpayers money. If $750,000 could be saved per...
Pegi Cooper: Birthday wishes make newcomer feel welcome
To the good people of Moffat County: I moved to Craig a few years ago from the Front Range, but never felt I belonged here. I only came to be with family. It has been...
Rick Holford: Action on blighted houses appreciated
Glad to see that the city is finally doing something about the unoccupied homes that have been a blight on Craig for some time. These homes have devalued other properties near them, and anyone considering...
