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Southwest Colorado water basins have a new representative

Andrew Straub-Heidke takes over as conservation district general manager

August 11, 2026

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Injured climbers rescued after fall from El Diente traverse near Rico

Rescue teams operated like ‘clockwork’ during efficient rescue mission, officials say

August 10, 2026

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Southwest providers practice medicine on a manikin for the first rural health symposium at Fort Lewis College

Professionals ran through simulation scenarios and networked resources for less frequent but critical emergencies

August 10, 2026

For the record

Police blotter

Journal/Sam Green Cortez Police Department badge Wednesday, July 29 2:40 p.m.: An officer responded to the Cortez Public Library, 202…

August 9, 2026

Education

Montezuma-Cortez School District will ‘edit’ biblical content in new elementary reading curriculum

Superintendent says commitment is to Colorado Academic Standards and setting students up for success

August 9, 2026

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Cortez Makerspace opens $5,000 maker challenge for creatives in Four Corners region

There are three divisions available for entry

August 9, 2026

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Addiction resources grow in Cortez

Advocates celebrate the addition of a sober living home alongside expanded treatment options and recovery groups

August 9, 2026

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Cortez Public Library hopes to expand digital collection with Hoopla

Platform offers ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, comics and movies

August 8, 2026

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July rain helps drought in Cortez, though this year’s rainfall still below normal

Above-average rainfall for July, but Cortez received 3.54 inches in 2026 versus 6.20 inches normally

August 8, 2026

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Montezuma-Cortez School District is using Biblically infused reading curriculum

The course material wasn’t vetted by state evaluators and didn’t go through a public review process

August 8, 2026

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Cigarette purchases decline in Colorado. So does funding for Southwest HIV education program

Durango’s Planned Parenthood works to combat stigma

August 7, 2026

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Stakeholders weigh in on Upper Dolores wildfire ready plan that nears completion

Watersheds Collaborative host Wednesday workshop

August 7, 2026

For the record

Sheriff’s blotter

Montezuma sheriff badge Sunday, July 5 8:06 p.m.: An officer responded to a residence on Road 22 for a report…

August 6, 2026

Local News

Cortez Parks and Recreation announces new annual Summer Send-Off celebration

Event will take place on same night as Cortez Balloon Rendezvous Glow

August 6, 2026

Local News

Montezuma County sheriff will not issue eligibility cards under new Colorado gun law

Firearms for sale are displayed at the Centennial Gun Club in Centennial on June 12. (Sara Wilson/Colorado Newsline) Coloradans who…

August 6, 2026

Local News

Three projects to mark Montelores Coalition’s first field season in Dolores, Montezuma counties

Group established in 2024 launches pilot restoration work

August 6, 2026

Local News

Update: Air Quality Advisory for Western, central Colorado extended into Friday morning

Smoke drifts through southwest counties from other wildfires in state, Utah and Idaho

August 5, 2026

Education

Mancos schools prepare for new year with staff training, welcome events and new principal

Secondary school begins Aug. 12, elementary and preschool start on Aug. 17

August 5, 2026

Local News

Hospice of Montezuma nurse earns associate degree, advances to registered nurse role

Cait Fish worked full time in farming and ranching before nursing

August 5, 2026

Tri-Cities

Dream Flights relished by veterans, enthusiasts Monday in Farmington

Darryl Fischer, founder, explains origin and joys of providing flights

August 5, 2026

Local News

Cortez builds master plan for aging water infrastructure

Tens of millions of dollars needed over the next 20 years

August 5, 2026

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Mancos Valley Summer Brewfest set for Aug. 15; event to benefit local nonprofits

The fest will include music, food and drinks

August 4, 2026

Local News

Rio Blanco Fire south of Pagosa Springs reaches 1,246 acres

Blaze prompts evacuations, road closures

August 4, 2026

Education

Colorado State Board of Education seeks parent input on school choices through survey

CDE says survey will help determine how best to use state funding, resources and more

August 4, 2026