Briefs

Partners sought by senior employment program

Organizations that become partners will receive free help from SCSEP in exchange for a commitment to help senior participants gain…

November 19, 2017

Living

Join scavenger hunt at Mancos State Park on free Friday

Mancos State Park, at 42545 Road N in Mancos, will host a photo scavenger hunt Nov. 24 for Fresh Air…

November 19, 2017

Local News

Holiday Gala set to help young victims of neglect and abuse

The Four Corners Child Advocacy Center will hold its 15th annual Holiday Gala benefiting young victims of abuse on Saturday,…

November 19, 2017

Local News

Cortez library collecting Christmas decorations for kids

The Cortez Public Library is collecting new and gently used Christmas trees, ornaments, decorations, gift wrap, bows, cards and lights…

November 19, 2017

Local News

Plant a tree as a gift for the forest this season

People who are seeking gift ideas or ways to give back this holiday season are encouraged to donate to the…

November 18, 2017

Mancos chamber asks businesses to use solar lights on Christmas trees

The Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce released a news release on Friday asking businesses on Grand Avenue and Main Street…

November 18, 2017

Local News

Mancos Thrift Shop adds U-Haul affiliation

U-Haul Co. of Colorado has announced that the Mancos Thrift Shop has signed on as a dealer in Mancos. Mancos…

November 17, 2017

Local News

Thanksgiving DUI enforcement runs through Nov. 27

du1-i-syn The Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado State Patrol and statewide law enforcement agencies will ramp up DUI enforcement efforts…

November 17, 2017

Business

CDOT providing fresh start for parolees

du1-i-syn Individuals on probation or recently released on parole are receiving a second chance to rebuild their lives thanks to…

November 17, 2017

Business

Forest Service announces 900 temporary jobs

The Rocky Mountain Region of the U.S. Forest Service announced today the availability of over 900 temporary jobs for the…

November 17, 2017

New Mexico man facing 11th DWI – after released from jail

du1-i-syn The Santa Fe New Mexican reported that police said 43-year-old Henry Gonzales led officers on a chase that reached…

November 14, 2017

Man arrested in marijuana grow in western Colorado

The Glenwood Springs Post Independent reports that about 2,420 marijuana plants were found last year at Hueng Yu Wong’s property…

November 13, 2017

Local News

Pay $70 for a QuickBooks class at SWCC

The short course is $70 for all or $65 for chamber members, according to a press release from Malia Durbano.…

November 13, 2017

News

Durango, Cortez to host Medicare, Medicaid workshop

du1-i-syn 9 a.m.-noon Nov. 16 at Montezuma County Emergency Operations Center, 103 N. Chestnut St., Cortez.noon-5 p.m. Nov. 16 at…

November 12, 2017

Business

SCAPE sets program deadline

du1-i-syn SCAPE is a nonprofit, partnered with Investment Fund, that offers a six-month program for area small businesses to receive…

November 12, 2017

Agriculture

Farm Stewardship Award applications open

Associated Press file The winner will be selected by CCAC and CCGA board members and other experts in agriculture, conservation…

November 12, 2017

Arts and Entertainment

Harlis Sweetwater Band featuring Hurricane Jake coming to Cortez

Heath plays the drums and guitar, and sings his blues with influences of swing, jazz and rockabilly, according to a…

November 10, 2017

Local News

Coming to Cortez: Comedian Rusty Rutherford and Comedy Showcase Durango

Rutherford’s comedic journey has taken him to venues in America, Canada, and even “Last Comic Standing,” according to a news…

November 10, 2017

Arts and Entertainment

Sunflower hosts Reader’s Theatre

Reader’s Theater is a style of theater in which actors use vocal expression, minimal set, props, lighting, sound, and other…

November 8, 2017

Local News

Winter parking rules go into effect in Dolores

From Nov. 1 to April 30 angled parking is only allowed on the following streets: 4th Street, both sides, between…

November 8, 2017

Local News

Social to benefit Dolores Rotary Club Holiday Lighting Club

Fundraiser is for the holiday lights in Dolores

November 8, 2017

Cortez grad Tara Abrams attends national convention

Salutatorian Tara Abrams speaks at the Montezuma-Cortez High School graduation ceremony in 2014.The Journal file Two local students, Tara Abrams…

November 5, 2017

‘Reel Rock 12’ to arrive in Durango

Brad Gobright poses for the camera in a photograph titled, “Safety Third.”Dan Krauss/Sender Films The festival will feature rock climbers…

November 5, 2017

Southwest Colorado counties become ‘rural jump-start zones’

Pueblo Community College is the designated higher-education institution for the counties, through its Mancos campus, and its corporate college was…

November 5, 2017