Cortez Journal

New Mexico will lift many business restrictions on June 1

Restaurants can open at 50% of maximum capacity

May 29, 2020

New Mexico governor slammed for buying jewelry amid closures

The governor’s office said the transaction was done remotely and didn’t violate the order. But Republicans are calling Lujan Grisham’s…

May 27, 2020

Local News

Know your restaurants, January reports

Potatoes not cooled off in allotted time

April 10, 2020

Local News

Polis signs bill abolishing Colorado death penalty, commutes 3 death sentences

Colorado becomes the 22nd state to end the use of capital punishment

March 23, 2020

Local News

Concerns hit schools, drive virus testing center traffic

Denver and Aurora public schools are among those extending their spring breaks. Denver Public Schools will close March 16 and…

March 13, 2020

Local News

Durango School District extends spring break, bolsters cleaning efforts

Response to COVID-19 includes closing buildings to outside groups

March 12, 2020

Local News

Southwest Memorial hires new orthopedic surgeon

has rural background, played in the NFL

March 11, 2020

Sports

Eli Tomac races from behind to win Daytona Supercross

from Cortez regains series lead over Roczen

March 8, 2020

Sports

Eli Tomac crashes in Atlanta Supercross, but recovers to finish fourth

from Cortez races from 13th to fourth, shares series lead

February 29, 2020

Education

Southwest Health System receives award for improved patient care

Improvements made in diabetes management and blood pressure

February 27, 2020

Sports

Eli Tomac charges through a crowd to win Supercross in Texas

from Cortez gets second consecutive win, widens overall lead

February 22, 2020

Local News

Water dock repaired

Vandals damage unit relied on by residents

February 18, 2020

Local News

Rico mine owner sues to cover cleanup costs

Atlantic Richfield seeks compensation from previous owner

February 18, 2020

Professional Sports

Eli Tomac runs away with Tampa Supercross, takes series lead

from Cortez has won three of past five races

February 16, 2020

Local News

Mancos school construction in final phase

remaining work is at Performance Center

February 11, 2020

Local News

Canyons of Ancients museum sees changes

bookstore vendor sought, fees increase

February 10, 2020

New Mexico

N.M. Legislature considers making state first presidential primary

Residents currently vote in June, which is tied for last in country

February 10, 2020

Sports

Eli Tomac narrows Roczen’s lead with finish in San Diego Supercross

Defending champ Cooper Webb moves into third place overall

February 8, 2020

Local News

Gov. Polis says he’ll support new vaccination rules proposal

The bill would require parents who want to opt out to get a signed document from a medical professional or…

February 7, 2020

Local News

Montezuma County patrol horse Charley dies

‘We’re torn up. He was a good horse,’ sheriff says

February 6, 2020

Local News

Dolores town manager proposes water and sewer rate increases

Funding needed for system upgrades, staff say

February 4, 2020

Sports

Eli Tomac closes in on Supercross lead after duel in Oakland

Kawasaki rider runs down Roczen twice to capture victory

February 1, 2020

Local News

Montezuma Land Conservancy approved for $24,000 grant

Funding for irrigation efficiency project involving youths

January 31, 2020

Local News

Conservation easement near Norwood protects wildlife

near Norwood hosts variety of species

January 31, 2020