Montezuma-Cortez alumni Tyler Daniel strives for excellence in genetic engineering Former valedictorian is working toward a doctorate at Rice University in Texas July 20, 2023
Sens. Bennet, Heinrich and Hickenlooper introduce bill to expand clean water access for tribes The bill increases funding for various organizations to improve water projects for Native American communities July 19, 2023
Montezuma County 4-H Shooting Sports hosts fun shoot Competitors come from across the Four Corners and the state July 19, 2023
Mountain Range Fitness adds Fit 3D body scanner to gym The scanner identifies potential health issues, provides information about health and wellness July 19, 2023
Man in trash can caught trespassing outside Cortez Salvation Army Man refused to comply with officers after being asked to leave July 19, 2023
Fire ban goes into effect in unincorporated areas of Montezuma County Ban will start at 6 a.m. July 19 July 18, 2023
Jury in Cortez convicts woman of child abuse that resulted in life-threatening injuries Six-year-old child might never walk or talk again July 18, 2023
Frisch leads in fundraising for House race; Boebert touts legislation Frisch reports big gains in second quarter; Boebert passes Pueblo Job Act and introduces new legislation July 18, 2023
FDA warns of a norovirus outbreak in 17 states, including Colorado Contaminated raw oysters identified from Nova Scotia July 17, 2023
Sens. Bennet, Moran and Heinrich introduce Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act Ranchers and farmers can volunteer to save groundwater and be compensated for their efforts July 14, 2023
Bennet introduces bill to slash restrictions on SNAP benefits If passed, the bipartisan bill will allow Americans to purchase ready-made foods July 14, 2023
Reward offered for the capture of the killer of two beloved Onaqui stallions The horses were found shot to death in Utah on March 19 July 14, 2023
PCC hosts Train the Trainer drone course to prepare educators to teach drone classes Students will take a test for their commercial drone pilot’s license in August July 14, 2023
New Dove Creek elementary school starts construction, hopes to open doors in August 2024 The school is being built with the help of the BEST grant July 14, 2023
Mancos Days will offer a weekend full of family fun at the end of July The town of Mancos will host various festivities July 28-30 July 14, 2023
Montezuma County moving to next phase in COVID-19 response Residents who test positive will no longer be contacted or interviewed by the health department July 13, 2023
Teacher shortage affecting rural America hits close to home All districts in Southwest Colorado are experiencing the effects July 13, 2023
El Pomar Foundation awards grants to organizations in Montezuma and Dolores counties Cancer Resource Alliance, Cortez Cultural Center, and Dove’s Nest receive funding July 13, 2023
San Juan National Forest implements Stage 1 fire restrictions Starting July 13, fire restrictions will be in place for lower elevations July 12, 2023
Mesa Verde National Park asks for public feedback on fire mitigation plan Two alternatives have been proposed; public comments will be accepted through Aug. 11 July 12, 2023
Protect the Dolores Coalition responds to Senate committee hearing Coalition works to conserve land surrounding the Dolores River July 12, 2023
HomesFund loan program helps residents buy a home in Southwest Colorado From 2016 to 2022, 56 households in Montezuma County received mortgage assistance July 12, 2023
Jonathan Berry arrested in possession of a weapon after pleading guilty to felony gun charge He was arrested June 29 after being found in possession of a handgun July 12, 2023
Two newly formed coalitions in Southwest Colorado receive grants from CPW and GOCO Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Great Outdoors Colorado give funding from the Outdoor Regional Partnerships Initiative July 12, 2023
