Cortez Journal

Local News

Text 911 now available in Montezuma, Dolores counties

might work where a cellphone signal is too weak

January 15, 2019

Local News

Cortez awarded $70K grant for recycling truck

equipment replaces 27-year-old curbside truck

January 13, 2019

Local News

Kinder Morgan plans for new well near Goodman Point

Project is testing for CO2 reservoir to meet increased demand

January 12, 2019

Local News

New Montezuma County septic system rules begin in 2019

certain properties sell, an inspection is required

January 12, 2019

Local News

Update: One person dies in crash south of Cortez

reportedly crossed centerline, hit semitrailer

January 12, 2019

Professional Sports

Eli Tomac finishes fourth in Arizona supercross as last chance qualifier

rider is in third place overall after two races

January 12, 2019

Local News

County commissioners’ meetings changed to Tuesday

meeting time more convenient, officials say

January 11, 2019

Education

San Juan Basin Beef Symposium will have a drought focus

Speakers plan talks about toxins, range and herd management, the economy

January 11, 2019

Local News

USA medical veterinarian stationed in Cortez

aids agriculture industry, works with public health

January 11, 2019

Local News

Trooper Tips: A call to action amid fatal crashes

Trooper Gary Cutlerdu1-i-syn Those killed ranged from teenagers to grandparents. The news talked about the loss of lives, and people…

January 11, 2019

Local News

Curriculum, preschool tuition on tap for Dolores school board

Also: Archery grant, Elementary School-a-rama, BOCES property

January 10, 2019

Local News

Southwest Colorado to get a permanent weather radar system

funding in place, next step is finding right location

January 9, 2019

Local News

Elected officials take oath of office

Leaders in top county positions begin 2019 service

January 9, 2019

Local News

Cortez council chamber gets audio upgrade

Upgrades include assistive listening devices, mobile mics

January 9, 2019

Local News

Mancos nearing final decision on town marshal

du1-i-syn Michael Morris is set to take his oath of office as a new deputy marshal, and trustees will talk…

January 8, 2019

Local News

Another vehicle crashes into Dolores River

fell asleep at wheel, state patrol says

January 8, 2019

Local News

Update: Driver faces charge after New Year’s crash in Dolores River

Highway closed for an hour to recover vehicle

January 8, 2019

Local News

It’s official: Mancos school playground open for use

district opens playground, is roofing gym lobby and framing athletic quarters

January 8, 2019

Living

Cortez library will host Navajo painter-illustrator

“Becoming Extinct,” by Benton YazzieCourtesy photo The Cortez Public Library will host Dine artist Benton Yazzie, a self-taught Navajo painter…

January 7, 2019

Local News

Update: Three critically injured in U.S. 491 crash

Collision closes highway, reroutes traffic

January 6, 2019

Local News

Eli Tomac breaks opening-day curse at Anaheim

from Cortez makes podium with last-lap pass

January 6, 2019

Local News

Restaurant inspections: Tequila’s, Wigglin’ Pig and Olio shine

Tequila’s, Wigglin’ Pig, and Olio shine in December

January 5, 2019

Professional Sports

Eli Tomac faces a talented field in season-opening Supercross

riders help series draw bigger crowds, TV audiences

January 4, 2019

Local News

Get ready for another round of snow this weekend

to 6 inches in county, 10 inches in mountains expected

January 4, 2019