Forecast calls for rain in Cortez and Durango But the monsoonal pattern won’t be enough to break the drought July 26, 2022
Mesa Verde fire nearly under control; lightning sparks others Rain helps with fire danger, but risk is still high, officials say July 25, 2022
Eli Tomac is voted top Action Sports athlete at ESPY awards Motocross rider from Cortez joins top world athletes. But will he return in 2023? July 25, 2022
Eli Tomac finishes second in Washougal Motocross, keeps small series lead Tomac retains narrow lead in series standings July 24, 2022
East Round Top Fire ignites 5 acres on Southern Ute Indian Reservation Cause of blaze is under investigation July 23, 2022
Our View: Who exactly is Heidi Ganahl? It’s a bit of a surprise that Heidi Ganahl, Colorado’s Republican nominee for governor, selected an election denier as her… July 23, 2022
Take on Democratic Party logic, agenda My take on Democratic Party logic. Shut down the timber industry in the Northwest to protect the nesting spotted owl.… July 23, 2022
‘Reject un-American’ extremists’ conduct Extremists are appearing at doorsteps of law abiding Colorado citizens and bullying people regarding the supposedly settled 2020 election. Is… July 23, 2022
Keystone Pipeline won’t make gas cheaper Ted Williamscca Ever since boycotts started blocking Russian petroleum products, social media has been rife with memes that blame rising… July 23, 2022
Montezuma County Fair features community talent, agricultural roots Annual summer event will be July 29-Aug. 6 at fairgrounds July 23, 2022
Wildfire breaks out on Ute Mountain Ute land Air attack dropping retardant; no structures threatened July 22, 2022
Second suspect faces murder charge in death of uncle south of Cortez Tanya Lori Ahasteen is arrested for first-degree murder, held on $1 million bond July 22, 2022
Low flow, warm water trigger fishing limits in Southwest Colorado Anglers asked to fish only in the morning on Dolores, Animas and San Juan Rivers July 21, 2022
The gun regulations adopted in Colorado in the wake of the Aurora theater shooting Since the attack 10 years ago, no fewer than 10 statewide changes to gun policy have been adopted in Colorado July 20, 2022
Sheriff investigates suspicious deaths of two dogs near Cortez Not enough evidence for criminal charges, says Sheriff Steve Nowlin; case remains open July 20, 2022
Dolores awarded multiple grants for town upgrades Funding supports new bathroom, bear mitigation, emergencies and river access July 20, 2022
San Juan Forest approves land swap with billionaire landowner in Archuleta County Controversial deal was opposed by environmental groups and triggered Freedom of Information Act lawsuit July 20, 2022
Dolores boating group launches new river camp for young people Dolores River Boating Advocates expand programs to meet demand July 19, 2022
Animal bites from pets increasing in Montezuma County Issue raises importance of rabies vaccinations for pets, livestock July 19, 2022
Cortez chamber moves into historic building, looks to fill leadership positions Chamber looks for new executive director July 19, 2022
Coronavirus spikes in Southwest Colorado, but vaccines reduce severity Montezuma and La Plata counties have high vaccination rate July 18, 2022
What to do this summer in Cortez, a base for Southwest destinations Cortez can be a waypoint on larger journey in Four Corners July 18, 2022
