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Judge tosses Cortez superintendent’s defamation suit, orders Burris to pay fees

Judge tosses Cortez superintendent’s defamation suit, orders Burris to pay fees

Court says Lewis is protected under anti-SLAPP law and immunity after reporting allegations of abuse

November 21, 2025

Montezuma-Cortez High presents free reading of ‘A Christmas Carol’ tonight

Montezuma-Cortez High presents free reading of ‘A Christmas Carol’ tonight

The reading will be held Thursday night

November 20, 2025

Montezuma-Cortez board hears from teacher, ratifies CDE administrative unit

Montezuma-Cortez board hears from teacher, ratifies CDE administrative unit

Teacher’s testimony about English studies moves board members

November 19, 2025

Family Engagement Night celebrates diverse cultures in Montezuma-Cortez schools

Family Engagement Night celebrates diverse cultures in Montezuma-Cortez schools

Event showcases Native, Asian and European traditions and connects families with local resources.

November 18, 2025

Cortez Middle School eighth graders shared personal poems in Sunflower Theatre showcase

Cortez Middle School eighth graders shared personal poems in Sunflower Theatre showcase

Students have been working on their poetry in anticipating of the showcase

November 17, 2025

Dolores school welcomes new board members at November meeting

Dolores school welcomes new board members at November meeting

New members will take the seats of Casey McClellan and Clay Tallmadge

November 13, 2025

Mancos school board thanks community for mill levy approval

Mancos school board thanks community for mill levy approval

The Mancos school board thanked the community and those who helped promote information about the mill levy at their monthly…

November 11, 2025

Dolores Ski and Outdoor Gear Swap set for Dec. 6

Dolores Ski and Outdoor Gear Swap set for Dec. 6

Proceeds will benefit Operation Graduation

November 11, 2025

Update: Mesa Elementary School will resume classes on Monday

Update: Mesa Elementary School will resume classes on Monday

School was canceled on Thursday and Friday due to plumbing issues

November 7, 2025

Mancos RE-6 mill-levy override leads with 61.16% support in unofficial results

Mancos RE-6 mill-levy override leads with 61.16% support in unofficial results

The mill-levy will increase staff pay

November 4, 2025

Dolores ‘Bear Hands’ team digs into archaeology theme for Lego League competition

Dolores ‘Bear Hands’ team digs into archaeology theme for Lego League competition

The team’s next competition is in Durango on Nov. 15

November 3, 2025

Mancos students to blend Veterans Day, Día de los Muertos in fundraiser

Mancos students to blend Veterans Day, Día de los Muertos in fundraiser

The mixed theme is centered around remembering

October 30, 2025

Pueblo Community College named among 200 eligible for $1M Aspen Prize

Pueblo Community College named among 200 eligible for $1M Aspen Prize

200 eligible two-year colleges have been selected to apply

October 30, 2025

Eddie Ramirez selected as superintendent; Sherri Wright admonishes community

Eddie Ramirez selected as superintendent; Sherri Wright admonishes community

Ramirez was one of two finalists candidates for the superintendent search

October 26, 2025

Cortez school board hears about HVAC, BOCES and test scores

Cortez school board hears about HVAC, BOCES and test scores

Cost of HVAC replacement is an estimated $3.5 million

October 24, 2025

Montezuma County 4-H celebrates 2025 achievements, honors members and volunteers

Montezuma County 4-H celebrates 2025 achievements, honors members and volunteers

The group also selected its new county council members

October 22, 2025

Mancos school board swears in student board members, discusses mill levy and safety

Mancos school board swears in student board members, discusses mill levy and safety

This is the board’s second year having student members

October 22, 2025

Are Turning Point USA chapters headed to Farmington schools?

Are Turning Point USA chapters headed to Farmington schools?

National organization focuses on promoting freedom loving, American values

October 18, 2025

U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet talks cutting red tape, child care gap in La Plata County

U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet talks cutting red tape, child care gap in La Plata County

Durango a ‘microcosm’ reflecting issues across the nation

October 18, 2025

U.S. News & World Report ranks Fort Lewis College No. 17 among best regional colleges

U.S. News & World Report ranks Fort Lewis College No. 17 among best regional colleges

School also dubbed No. 6 in Top Public Schools, Best Colleges for Veterans

October 17, 2025

$10,000 grant to enhance Cortez Public Library’s teen tech space

$10,000 grant to enhance Cortez Public Library’s teen tech space

New programming rolls out next year

October 17, 2025

Montezuma-Cortez down to two superintendent candidates after third pulls out

Montezuma-Cortez down to two superintendent candidates after third pulls out

Board will hold an executive session regarding the candidates at their October meeting

October 17, 2025

Dolores school board covers recycling and superintendent evaluation

Dolores school board covers recycling and superintendent evaluation

Three students defend coach and mentor

October 16, 2025

Battle Rock Charter School celebrates growth and plans fundraiser

Battle Rock Charter School celebrates growth and plans fundraiser

The school was built in 1915 and continues to serve local students

October 15, 2025