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A century in Cortez: WWII veteran Richard Lindsay celebrates 100th birthday

Navy veteran, reflects on a life in Cortez

July 31, 2026

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What is being done to address food insecurity in Southwest Colorado?

‘We’re building an ecosystem,’ food equity leader says

July 31, 2026

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Cortez City Council approves guidelines for proclamations

Discriminatory or partisan endorsements are not permitted under the policy

July 30, 2026

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U.S. Highway 550 between Silverton and Ouray closed for mudslides

No time given for opening Red Mountain Pass

July 30, 2026

New Mexico

The conflict over permanent climbing anchors in wilderness

Climbers concerned about safety are pitted against wilderness advocates worried about overcrowding and unfettered bolting.

July 30, 2026

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Southwest Colorado’s domestic water supply’s vulnerabilities unknown

Region’s conservation district looks to better define resource in face of persistent drought, projected population growth

July 30, 2026

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Cortez City Council appoints five members to new Airport Advisory Committee

Board will provide recommendations for economic development, airport operations and aviation safety and efficiency

July 30, 2026

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Roads, campsites reopen in San Juan National Forest, BLM lands with Ferris Fire 97% contained

Officials urge caution because of post-blaze hazards, heavy equipment during repair work

July 29, 2026

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Duo from Banshee Tree to play free show at Fenceline Cider in Mancos

Thom LaFond and Jesse Shantor will transform cidery into jazz club

July 29, 2026

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Fundamental Needs raises funds for Cortez’s first recording studio

Cortez Makerspace to host soundproofed room with audio, music equipment for musicians, podcasters and audiobook recording

July 29, 2026

Education

Montezuma-Cortez High School tightens cellphone restrictions for school year

Devices will be turned off and locked away for entirety of the day, excluding lunches

July 29, 2026

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Cortez, Mancos, Dolores libraries conclude summer of dinos

All libraries had a successful season of youth programming with archaeology and paleontology themed events

July 29, 2026

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Montezuma Water Co. completes treatment plant expansion

Project grows treatment capacity from 4 to 6 million gallons per day; aided by USDA low-interest loan

July 29, 2026

Education

Montezuma-Cortez schools prepare to open with expanded programs, new elementary model

M-CHS adds outdoor program and College and Career Center

July 28, 2026

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Update: Autopsies of 2 confirmed dead in crash near Dolores expected Thursday

A Dodge and an RV collided head-on along Colorado Highway 184

July 28, 2026

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Monsoonal rains slow Ferris Fire recovery efforts; crews hope for drier week

Blaze is 97% contained; repair work has been hindered by intense thunderstorms

July 27, 2026

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Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries after crash on U.S. Highway 145 northeast of Dolores

Driver hit guardrail and was flown to nearby hospital

July 27, 2026

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Four Corners Community Band to premiere local composer’s ‘Cortez Overture’ at anniversary concert

Overture composed by a 2021 M-CHS graduate

July 26, 2026

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Dolores to host 50th Escalante Days on Aug. 8

Golden-themed parade, local vendors, kids’ games and more highlight Flanders Park celebration

July 26, 2026

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Durango-La Plata County Airport breaks passenger record, not stopping there

Long-term and short-term growth on display at DRO

July 26, 2026

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Mancos opposes federal grant administration revisions in letter

Town administrator expresses dismay to Trump-appointed director of Office of Management and Budget in email

July 25, 2026

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Colorado Broadband Office opens public comment for connectivity initiative in Southwest Colorado

Plan accounting for gaps in internet service seeks to improve access

July 25, 2026

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Kara Mikkelson and Clydesdale, Tilly, capture Showmanship Grand Champion at Montezuma County Fair

Pair will spar for title of Master Showman on Aug. 1

July 25, 2026

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Rockslide closes Red Mountain Pass for about 5 hours Friday

4 to 5 feet of debris covered U.S. Highway 550 north of Silverton

July 24, 2026