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San Juan National Forest implements fire restrictions

Stage 1 rules apply to elevations below 8,000; minimum fine for violating guidelines is $530

May 20, 2026

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Prescribed burn carried out 12 miles north of Dolores

Burn plan for 1,660 acres calls for aerial ignitions

May 20, 2026

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Montezuma-Cortez narcotics team seizes $1.4M in meth, fentanyl during undercover operation

Police arrest Carlos Miramontes in connection with operation; formal charges not yet filed

May 20, 2026

Education

Mancos graduates encouraged to be resilient as they embark on their new journey

35 seniors complete their high school careers on Sunday

May 20, 2026

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Wildfire ready plan for Upper Dolores enters next phase

Dolores Watersheds Collaborative to host meetings for public engagement on planning

May 19, 2026

Education

Pueblo Community College Southwest graduates 367 students

‘You were here because you brought a dream to life,’ nursing faculty member says. “You set a goal and you…

May 19, 2026

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The mysterious disappearance of Vallecito’s 35-foot-tall logjam

Someone quietly removed the large blockage on the creek that was created during October floods

May 19, 2026

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Man dies while swimming at Lake Nighthorse near Durango

Autopsy scheduled for Thursday; presumed cause of death is drowning, coroner says

May 18, 2026

Education

Colorado House passes bill to send K-12 funding initiative to November ballot

TABOR currently limits school funding

May 18, 2026

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Durango therapist tackles trickle-down effect of burned out bosses

Employers must address their own stress to operate thriving businesses, expert says

May 18, 2026

Education

Dolores school district wraps up school year with celebrations, student successes

High school will say goodbye to its seniors Friday

May 18, 2026

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Montezuma Water plant expansion near Dolores approaches completion, delayed to July 2026

The expansion project has been in the works since 2019

May 17, 2026

Education

Dolores School District bands earn top honors at Denver Music in the Parks Festival

Students also performed at West Slope Jam Fest

May 16, 2026

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988 mental health team to host informal gathering in Dolores

Thursday’s sessions seek to build awareness, public-informed care

May 16, 2026

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Southwest Health in Cortez spotlights fiscal report during community picnic

Officials say the hospital remains financially competitive; residents and staff can now read the report online

May 15, 2026

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One case confirmed of vesicular stomatitis virus for Montezuma County horse

Health officials say livestock owners should monitor animals for clinical signs, including mouth blisters

May 14, 2026

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Trial of Cortez man accused in Veterans Park murder set for this fall

Robert Salt enters not guilty plea in Wednesday hearing

May 14, 2026

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Dolores board approves concept plan for Riverside and Third Street apartments

Early-stage proposal garners a second extended public comment

May 14, 2026

Education

MCHS seniors celebrate final week with graduation walks, ceremonies

District to host informational meeting for new online school option

May 13, 2026

Education

Mancos School District wrapping up year with PBL Expo, performances and graduation

The class of 2026’s commencement ceremony will be held this weekend

May 13, 2026

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Barking at court: Montezuma County explores addressing prairie dog overpopulation

USDA Wildlife Services possible partnership may address conflicts with critters, including bears and beavers

May 13, 2026

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April rain lifts Cortez precipitation totals, but relief is minor

Snowpack in Dolores Basin remains low as water restrictions set to begin across the region

May 12, 2026

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Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference tackles burnout, professional kindness

Event is a chance to network and gauge new businesses

May 12, 2026

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Southern Ute government becomes first tribe to sign federal energy agreement

Deal recognizes tribal sovereignty, reduces federal oversight

May 12, 2026