Cortez

Area drivers pay more for gas than Colorado average

Gasoline prices in Cortez have fallen sharply recently, but buyers are getting squeezed at the pumps. On Main Street Tuesday,…

November 5, 2013

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Mystery of lost war medals is revealed

With tears streaming down her face, Ester Reed gently placed her fingers on a display case of military honors awarded…

November 5, 2013

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Mystery of lost medals revealed

With tears streaming down her face, Ester Reed gently placed her fingers on a display case of military honors awarded…

November 5, 2013

Mystery swells for decorated war hero lost at sea

Medals discovered in Arkansas tied to WWII submariner from Cortez

October 31, 2013

Machete-wielding assailant pleads guilty to menacing

A man accused of terrorizing a neighborhood with a machete has pled guilty to three counts of menacing. Dressed in…

October 25, 2013

Leaner Mesa Verde reopens to visitors

Kayla Altland helps tourists Sue and Matt Fair map their plans for visiting Mesa Verde National Park. The park reopened…

October 23, 2013

A slightly leaner Mesa Verde reopens

Kayla Altland helps tourists Sue and Matt Fair map their plans for visiting Mesa Verde National Park. The park reopened…

October 22, 2013

Murder suspect granted $250,000 bond

Judge: Espinoza ‘a serious flight risk’

October 21, 2013

A leaner Mesa Verde reopens

Sequestration forces tough look at budget

October 21, 2013

Bridge leader eager to help Laurie Knutson sees a holistic approach for those in need

During a family vacation to Mesa Verde National Park as an 8-year-old, Laurie Knutson, was haunted by her imagination. Her…

October 21, 2013

Cortez man charged with Family Dollar fire

A crew works on the Dollar Store after a fire in May. James Linn Alexander has been charged with arson…

October 18, 2013

Sanitation District mulls rate hike

It remains unknown how much sewer rates will increase next year in Cortez, but nationwide, average monthly sewer fees have…

October 18, 2013

Judge denies gag order for suspected shooter

Facing first-degree murder and attempted murder charges, a teenager’s right to a fair trial has not been prejudiced by media…

October 11, 2013

Lightning strikes home, damaging utilities

Morning storm keeps firefighters busy

October 11, 2013

Bond reduced for offender

Despite a bond reduction earlier this week for a convicted sex offender, the defendant is expected to remain behind bars…

October 11, 2013

Woman’s murder charges to be reduced

Espinoza indicted on 1 count of second-degree murder

October 11, 2013

Female welders form bond

Welding may triple woman's previous $20 per hour salary

October 8, 2013

Cortez Cash helps lift the local economy

The Cortez Retail Enhancement Association has helped add more than $150,000 to the local economy over the last year. Aiding…

October 7, 2013

Female welders form instant bond

Welding is dangerous, requiring specialized shields and protective clothing to protect the eyes and skin. Nothing flammable can be worn,…

October 3, 2013

Heart and Soul Project to share residents’ insights

Project spent 1½ years seeking to find heartbeat of Cortez

September 30, 2013

Murder suspect appears in court

Bail hearing for Valerie Espinoza set for Oct. 9

September 26, 2013

The art of the farm

Cultural center exhibit honors ag heritage

September 23, 2013

12-gauge, butcher knife used in separate killings

First-degree murder charges filed in both crimes

September 23, 2013

Police make arrests in separate homicides

Police have filed murder charges in separate homicides that occurred this week in Cortez, and two suspects are now in…

September 20, 2013