Willow Fire north of Cortez is 30% contained Wildfire west of Salter Y grew to 30 acres August 9, 2021
Colorado Republicans turn to ballot questions when elections fail Colorado conservatives have seen some success in recent years by bringing and opposing ballot measures, mostly around cutting taxes August 9, 2021
As hikers flock to Colorado 14ers, trail-building crews work to rescue the alpine tundra Colorado Fourteeners Initiative has worked on 35 of the state’s 58 mountains higher than 14,000 feet, fixing ‘social trails’ created… August 9, 2021
It’s more than just flying for the people behind the Cortez Rendezvous These dedicated flyers remember one of their beloved in this weekend’s celebrations August 8, 2021
Wildflower season offers scenic hikes Wildflower season is in full bloom along the Horse Creek trail. (Jim Mimiaga/The Journal) Wildflowers are blooming in the San… August 7, 2021
Woman falls to death climbing Telluride’s via ferrata route San Miguel County Sheriff's OfficeAuthorities say an Arizona woman fell about 200 feet to her death while climbing the via… August 6, 2021
Escalante Days and All School Reunion return Aug. 13-15 in Dolores Traditional events return after last year’s cancellations August 6, 2021
Mancos school district says masks optional, will provide testing and vaccines Superintendent Cordrey is hopeful about meeting parents’ comfort levels with the pandemic August 6, 2021
Cortez Rendezvous Hot Air Balloon Rally Annual rally kicks off amid fast-changing winds August 6, 2021
Cortez Rendezvous balloon rally brightens skies in Montezuma County Annual rally kicks off Friday morning amid fast-changing winds August 6, 2021
Sediment dredging at McPhee gives access to last of irrigation water Ongoing drought and historic low water level reveal sediment blockage August 6, 2021
Meet Cortez’s newest library director Isabella Sharpensteen took over as director for Alicia Gomori-Lusker, who resigned in April August 6, 2021
Montezuma-Cortez says masks will be optional in school At the Montezuma-Cortez school board session Tuesday, masks were deemed optional for the upcoming school year August 5, 2021
U.S. routs Australia 97-78, to play for more basketball gold United States's Kevin Durant (7) celebrates with teammates after scoring during men's basketball semifinal game against Australia at the 2020… August 5, 2021
Dolores objects to increase in logging traffic into town Town officials urge dispersed routes to reduce impacts August 5, 2021
Dolores schools will require students and teachers to carry masks, offer leniency with wearing them Everyone will be required to carry masks, but they will not have to be worn at all times, said Interim… August 4, 2021
Colorado re-enacts mask mandate for nursing homes, regardless of vaccination status The restriction is another hint at the worsening coronavirus situation in Colorado and across the country August 4, 2021
New hiking and biking trail completed in Dolores Path offers alternative to walking on busy road August 4, 2021
Man rescued from Mount Sneffels after injury from fall Helicopter extraction took place at 13,700 feet August 3, 2021
Montezuma County lifts fire ban County still advises using precaution when igniting fires August 3, 2021
Cortez parents await word on protocol for new school year Ahead of tonight’s board work session, parents still unsure whether students will be required to wear masks August 3, 2021
Breakthrough COVID cases among fully vaccinated are rising in Colorado Polis asks federal authorities to speed authorization of a booster shot for older adults August 3, 2021
Southwest Open School offers new bike mechanic class Repaired bikes will be donated back to the community August 3, 2021
