Montezuma County

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Sheriff, coroner investigate two deaths Saturday in Montezuma County

found dead off Road 29; man found off Road L

March 21, 2023

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Local First receives $150,000 to offer support services for Durango businesses

Nonprofit attempts to boost economy through funding given by anonymous donor

March 21, 2023

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Scattered snowstorms expected throughout the week across Southwest Colorado

elevations likely to see more rain than snow

March 19, 2023

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Update: Bill to protect Dolores River is reintroduced in U.S. Senate

Sens. Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper revive National Conservation Area plan; Rep. Lauren Boebert introduces House version

March 3, 2023

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Colorado launches study on native pollinators

state law calls for research; insects important for agriculture and ecology

February 27, 2023

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Records show gaps in process after 18 dogs are euthanized in Cortez

highlights problem of dogs at large and management of a five-year case

February 20, 2023

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Montezuma County leader Steve Chappell dies; service is Saturday

Chappell was a family man and national Nordic champion

January 27, 2023

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Update: U.S. Highway 491 reopened after crash

Incident occurred in snowy conditions near Yellow Jacket

January 2, 2023

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Southwest Regional Law Enforcement Academy graduates 11 cadets on Saturday

Professionalism and public perception of law enforcement, continued education were themes at ceremony in Mancos

December 10, 2022

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Ironwood mill issued court injunction to remove giant wood chip pile

management reports company on track to meet deadlines; goal is to restart operations next year

December 10, 2022

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Snowstorm hits San Juan Mountains

Avalanche risk increases, little snow sticks in lower valleys

December 6, 2022

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Bennet calls for ‘strong bipartisan vote’ in favor of Dolores River Canyon protection bill

Proposed legislation rooted in ‘thoughtful compromise,’ senator says

December 2, 2022

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New conservation easement protects archaeology and farmland in Yellow Jacket

Protected private land in Montezuma County borders Canyons of the Ancients National Monument

November 29, 2022

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Nowlin looks ahead to third term after winning reelection

Priorities include combating drug trafficking, improving staff benefits and upgrading health services at jail

November 14, 2022

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Weekend crime spree leads to standoff at Durango motel

is arrested without incident while woman barricades herself into room at Adobe Inn

November 11, 2022

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Catlin wins race for Colorado House District 58

will serve fourth term; challenged by Democrat Kevin Kuns

November 9, 2022

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U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert talks defense of Dolores River Corridor

Representative meets with Ute Mountain Ute, Dolores County officials Saturday

October 22, 2022

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Region 9 seeks $60 million for ‘middle mile’ fiber-optic line in Southwest Colorado

Attorney General Phil Weiser says regional effort and strict oversight needed to land federal funds

October 20, 2022

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Criminal charges filed in Mancos animal neglect case

trial set for related civil complaint brought by Colorado Department of Agriculture

October 11, 2022

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Ironwood mill juggles lawsuit with plans for $100 million startup

management commits to removal of massive wood piles; company plans for new permit, improved operations

October 7, 2022

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Heavy rainstorms expected Wednesday and Thursday

Precipitation provides last push of moisture heading into fall season

September 18, 2022

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The key to winning CD-3 lies with unaffiliated voters, says Democratic candidate Adam Frisch

Economics, education, inflation and beating Boebert subjects of Democratic meeting in Mancos

September 17, 2022

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Court reverses conviction of Cortez man who allegedly threatened parole officer

French was sentenced to three years in prison in 2020

September 8, 2022

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Large solar project pitched for Pleasant View area

127-megawatt facility in preliminary planning stages; pros and cons discussed at packed meeting

August 12, 2022