Cortez

Local News

Southwest Health System seeks community members for open board positions

Applications are due by the end of July

July 3, 2026

Local News

Ferris Fire resources focused to west Dolores Rim to fight spread, protect homes

Blaze grows to 27,380 acres Thursday morning

July 2, 2026

Local News

7th Street affordable housing plans draw mixed reactions from Cortez residents

Limited land and competing priorities prompt value questions about units, green space

July 2, 2026

Sports

Montezuma-Cortez graduate receives Roy Halladay award prior to entering U.S. Naval Academy

Senior and baseball player recognized for academics, athletics, leadership and service

July 2, 2026

Local News

Montezuma County Republicans nominate Cox for commissioner, Frizzell for county clerk

Unofficial final primary results reported Wednesday evening

July 1, 2026

Local News

Despite regional fires, Cortez still plans to host July 4 fireworks show

While multiple blazes burn in the Four Corners, Cortez officials say the show will go on, weather permitting

July 1, 2026

Community

Montezuma County to hold first canine election at Wags & Wine event

This will be Montezuma County’s first ‘Mutt Mayor’

July 1, 2026

Local News

Fourth of July celebrations to fill Four Corners with parades, music and fireworks

Communities to mark America’s 250th with festivals, family activities

July 1, 2026

Local News

Frizzell, Cox lead first round of unofficial Montezuma County primary results

Election officials expect additional results later Tuesday evening as ballots arrive from drop boxes

June 30, 2026

Local News

‘Open to our heroes’: Mountain Range Fitness in Cortez offers free access to firefighters

Gym opening doors to crews battling blazes locally

June 30, 2026

Education

Salvation Army seeks volunteers for school backpack giveaway in Cortez

The backpacks and supplies will be given to children in need before the start of school

June 30, 2026

Local News

July Fourth calendar for the Four Corners, including Durango, Cortez, Silverton and Farmington

Fireworks, concerts, festivals and family games happening across region

June 29, 2026

Education

Montezuma-Cortez School District seeks recent graduates for multiple positions

A college tuition assistance program is also available

June 29, 2026

Local News

Reduced wind allows for productive day fighting Ferris Fire from the air

Blaze expands to 15,888 acres; evacuations remain in effect

June 29, 2026

Local News

Montezuma-Cortez School Board approves online school plan

In the wake of falling enrollment, administrators are trying to recapture families with a virtual option

June 29, 2026

Arts and Entertainment

Turquoise Raven Art Gallery in Cortez to feature local fiber artists in quilt exhibit

Gallery owner Mary Fuller has been advocating for fiber arts to be seen as fine art

June 26, 2026

For the record

Police blotter

Journal/Sam Green Cortez Police Department badge Thursday, June 18 12:27 p.m.: An officer responded to Montezuma County Combined Courts, 865…

June 26, 2026

Local News

Rico, Dolores volunteer fire departments struggle with recruitment amid oncoming fire season

In a month defined by red flag warnings, some agencies are looking for recruits

June 26, 2026

Local News

Bond lowered to $175K for man accused in Montezuma County drug trafficking case

Preliminary hearing postponed until August as defense reviews discovery

June 26, 2026

Local News

Southwest Health System report shows both financial struggles and strides in improving care

CEO says federal funding cuts and fewer patients hurt hospital’s first financial quarter

June 25, 2026

Courts and Crime

Pleasant View man sentenced for attempted sexual assault and second-degree assault

Jasper Melton Hurst pleaded guilty in March

June 24, 2026

Arts and Entertainment

Retired Cortez surgeon advances in national art competition with stained glass works

Voting for quarterfinals open until Thursday evening

June 24, 2026

Local News

Colorado wildlife crossings now have dedicated funding

Bill designates optional DMV fee; U.S. 160 Mesa Verde project in works for 2030s

June 24, 2026

Local News

Annual Celtic fair bringing food, music and competition to Cortez

Event that typically draws thousands is free and family friendly

June 23, 2026