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Mancos Library to host free legal clinic

Courtesy Photo/Humphries Poli Architects<br><br>Mancos Public Library will host a free legal clinic on July 9.du1-i-syn A free legal clinic for…

June 25, 2019

Local student named to president’s list at Gonzaga University

Caleb Yoder leaps into the lane against Ignacio’s Bryce Finn during the 2A-District 3 Tournament finale in 2018.Durango Herald file…

June 25, 2019

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Garbage will be picked up July 4 in Cortez

Trash pickup in Cortez will occur on the regular schedule on July 4.du1-i-syn The city of Cortez has announced that…

June 24, 2019

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For Pet’s Sake to host Pennies for Pets fundraiser

For Pet’s Sale will host the Pennies for Pets fundraiser on July 6 at Cortez Farmers Market.The Journal For Pets’…

June 24, 2019

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CDOT seeks comments on traffic problems

The Colorado Department of Transportation is seeking comments from the public about traffic problems and issues. Comments can be submitted…

June 24, 2019

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Prescribed burn planned for Lake Canyon area

A prescribed burn in the Lake Canyon area is scheduled to take place June 23-24.Courtesy San Juan National Forest The…

June 21, 2019

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Towaoc youths attend leadership conference

Towaoc youths recently attended the Tri-Ute Youth Leadership Conference.Courtesy ToniEE M. Lewis Youths from Towaoc and White Mesa, Utah, recently…

June 21, 2019

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Consumer agency offers summer safety tips

As more family participate in summer activities, CPSC offers summer safety tips. Pictured: Hannah Ahern, 2015, daughter of Adam and…

June 21, 2019

Vectra Bank donates Sked to mounted patrol

Vectra Bank Colorado donates funds to help Mountain Patrol purchase a rescue Sked. Pictured: Paul Deshayes and Tracey Hately of…

June 20, 2019

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Statewide seat belt enforcement begins

Click it or Ticket seat belt enforcement period will run from June 15 to July 21.cfarnsworth/Pixabay Click It or Ticket…

June 19, 2019

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Tessa Lightfoot graduates from Colorado College

Tessa Lightfoot of Mancos graduated cum laude from Colorado College with a bachelorâ€™s degree in Organismal Biology and Ecology. Lightfoot…

June 19, 2019

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Local student graduates from California State University

Ian Foster graduated cum laude from California State University’s Maritime Academy with a bachelor’s degree in marine engineering technologies. Foster…

June 18, 2019

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Secretary of state seeks comments on proposed changes to election rules

The amendments are intended to improve the administration and enforcement of Colorado election law and to increase transparency and security…

June 18, 2019

Briefs

Agencies launch railroad safety campaign

Between 2013 and 2017, 14 people were killed and 36 were injured in vehicle-train crashes in Colorado. Driver distraction and…

June 18, 2019

Local News

Dove Creek Community Center to host special event

Dove Creek Community Center will host a “Stand For the Flag, Kneel At The Cross” to honor those who keep…

June 18, 2019

Briefs

Mancos United Methodist Church to host verbena

Rosa Sabido, a Mexican national, stands outside of the United Methodist Church in Mancos where she has sought sanctuary since…

June 17, 2019

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Forest Service seeks comments on vegetation management project

The Dolores Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest seeks public comment on a revised draft environmental assessment for…

June 17, 2019

Local News

Forest Service announces temporary closure of Calico Trail

Forest officials have re-issued a trail closure along the northern four miles of the Calico Trail for a fourth year.…

June 17, 2019

Local News

Skate 4 Life

skateboarding competition aims to raise suicide awareness

June 17, 2019

Local News

Hampstead Stage to visit library

The Hampstead Stage will present at 2 p.m. June 26 at the Cortez Library.du1-i-syn Soar through the stars in this…

June 17, 2019

Public can now view radar from temporary station on Missionary Ridge

to help monitor incoming weather in La Plata County

June 16, 2019

Local students earn degrees from University of Northern Colorado

The following student from Cortez was among those who received degrees from the University of Northern Colorado during spring 2019…

June 16, 2019

CDOT Summer Blitz DUI enforcement period to start Friday

Most fatal crashes in Colorado occur during the three-month span between Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Colorado Department…

June 14, 2019

Local News

Forest Service warns of damaged trails in San Juan National Forest

Forest Service warns extensive damage to trails will cause temporary closures.du1-i-syn High levels of water runoff continue to impact roads…

June 14, 2019