Gasoline prices in Cortez have fallen sharply recently, but buyers are getting squeezed at the pumps. On Main Street Tuesday, Nov. 5, the average price for regular gasoline was $3.39…
With tears streaming down her face, Ester Reed gently placed her fingers on a display case of military honors awarded to her long-lost love, Robert M. Williford. “Bob was the…
With tears streaming down her face, Ester Reed gently placed her fingers on a display case of military honors awarded to her long-lost love, Robert M. Williford. “Bob was the…
Medals discovered in Arkansas tied to WWII submariner from Cortez
A man accused of terrorizing a neighborhood with a machete has pled guilty to three counts of menacing. Dressed in a black-and-white striped inmate uniform, Walter Marquez, 36, of Cortez…
Kayla Altland helps tourists Sue and Matt Fair map their plans for visiting Mesa Verde National Park. The park reopened Thursday, Oct. 17, after the federal government shutdown.Sam Green/Cortez Journal…
Kayla Altland helps tourists Sue and Matt Fair map their plans for visiting Mesa Verde National Park. The park reopened Thursday, Oct. 17, after the federal government shutdown.Sam Green/Cortez Journal…
Judge: Espinoza ‘a serious flight risk’
Sequestration forces tough look at budget
During a family vacation to Mesa Verde National Park as an 8-year-old, Laurie Knutson, was haunted by her imagination. Her visions included images of young Pueblo children falling from their…
A crew works on the Dollar Store after a fire in May. James Linn Alexander has been charged with arson for the fire that gutted the store.Sam Green/Cortez Journal A…
It remains unknown how much sewer rates will increase next year in Cortez, but nationwide, average monthly sewer fees have increased by 15 percent since 2010. A biennial 2012 American…
Facing first-degree murder and attempted murder charges, a teenager’s right to a fair trial has not been prejudiced by media coverage. Public defender Zach Brown argued Monday, Oct. 7, before…
Morning storm keeps firefighters busy
Despite a bond reduction earlier this week for a convicted sex offender, the defendant is expected to remain behind bars for the foreseeable future. After hearing lengthy arguments from both…
Espinoza indicted on 1 count of second-degree murder
Welding may triple woman's previous $20 per hour salary
The Cortez Retail Enhancement Association has helped add more than $150,000 to the local economy over the last year. Aiding the area’s economic engine, CREA’s primary focus is on promoting…
Welding is dangerous, requiring specialized shields and protective clothing to protect the eyes and skin. Nothing flammable can be worn, including fingernail polish, hair spray and body spray. For most…
Project spent 1½ years seeking to find heartbeat of Cortez
