The Journal

‘Putting Your Horse to Work’ presented by Back Country Horsemen

Dennis O’Brien, a chiropractor, farrier, saddle fitter and endurance rider will present a discussion titled “Putting Your Horse to Work”…

August 17, 2017

Noted forensic anthropologist Douglas Owsley to speak at FLC

Forensic anthropologist Douglas W. Owsley, division head for physical anthropology at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History, will…

August 17, 2017

‘Mancos Antique Road Show’ to benefit historical society

According to a news release from the historical society, six professional appraisers will be available from noon to 4 p.m.…

August 14, 2017

Centuries-old Ute Council Tree becomes unstable

Centuries-old tree has grown rotten

August 13, 2017

Court records describe extensive meth ring investigation

GRAND JUNCTION â€” Court records say members of a recently uncovered drug ring in western Colorado brought in large amounts…

August 13, 2017

Colorado Parks and Wildlife tells livestock owners to protect hay from wildlife

and deer will eat hay reserves during winter

August 13, 2017

‘Raptors of Mesa Verde’ presentation planned for Sept. 1

A Mexican spotted owl. Paul Morey will discuss the “Raptors of Mesa Verde,” a presentation of the 2017 Four Corner…

August 12, 2017

Historical society plans social event at Lake Vista Grange

The Lake Vista Grange, 28571 County Road M, is the new home for the Montezuma County Historical Society.The Journal The…

August 12, 2017

Expect delays Monday on U.S. 491 north of Cortez

Road crews work to resurface U.S. Highway 491.The Journal Expect single-lane traffic and delays Monday on U.S. Highway 491 just…

Montezuma County seeks Sand Canyon parking solution

Parking at the Sand Canyon trailhead.The Journal The trailheadâ€™s uneven, slickrock surface is often overrun with vehicles and horse trailers,…

County continues noxious weed enforcement

Montezuma County has targeted three properties infested with weeds.The Journal The owners have been sent letters informing them they are…

Paths to Mesa Verde planning continues

A study group examine a map of the proposed Paths to Mesa Verde Trail at a public meeting on Dec.…

George Geer Memorial Car Show is Saturday in Cortez

Smoke fills Jay Stroud’s Chevelle as competes in the 2014 George Geer Memorial Car Show burnout contest.The Journal Hosted by…

Back Country Horsemen to meet in Bayfield

Jim Renshaw of Kooskia, Idaho, loads manty-wrapped cargo onto a mule May 6, 2013.AP/Lewiston Tribune file Mitch Wilkenson will give…

Garden Club to learn about ‘Bacteria and Love’

Lizzy Gregory will present “Bacteria and Love” about how Mancos-based company, Love-Krauts, ferments regional ingredients and turns them into healthy,…

Colorado felony DUI law requiring jail time begins soon

A Colorado law goes into effect this week requiring anyone convicted of felony driving under the influence to spend time…

Unemployment drops despite weaker than expected hiring

The Denver Post on Monday reported the state’s labor markets took an unexpected turn, as Colorado’s unemployment rate dipped to…

Labor Day weekend events set for Mancos State Park

Kayakers enjoy Jackson Lake at Mancos State Park in the this file photo.The Journal They plan to perform family-friendly music…