Construction and property

Local News

Dolores to receive curb ramps to improve accessibility

Project aims to improve accessibility

April 3, 2018

Local News

Child poverty persists in SW Colorado despite low unemployment

Montezuma County launching effort to encourage childhood success

April 2, 2018

Cortez council prepares to update building codes

hearings scheduled for March 13

February 28, 2018

Local News

Cortez council approves streetlight installation

Construction set to begin after months of discussion

January 26, 2018

Local News

Election issues, golf and streetlights on Cortez council agenda

will vote on ballot question, IGAs and more

January 19, 2018

Local News

Cortez Fire Protection District discusses election and chief’s position

Construction of the new firehouse is on track, according to Kyle Blackmer, of Weeminuche Construction Authority.Emily Rice/The Journal The board…

January 16, 2018

Local News

Fewer residents benefit from mortgage assistance in SW Colorado

rent prevents people from saving enough for down payments

January 15, 2018

Local News

Cortez council tables vote on streetlights a second time

of property owners request delay

January 11, 2018

Local News

Mancos approves marijuana shop, gravel at RV park

OKs business license for third marijuana dispensary

December 29, 2017

Dolores board votes to take down playground structures

Demolition still needs approval from Great Outdoors Colorado

December 12, 2017

Local News

County commission proposes cuts to local programs

Proposed cuts include Ag Expo and animal shelter; law enforcement jobs denied

December 10, 2017

Durango Fire Protection District seeks impact fees for additional funding

would be used to help pay for increased services drive by growth

November 26, 2017

Local News

Cortez study reveals sinkhole near Seventh Street sewer line

Engineer says solutions would be expensive

November 15, 2017

Cortez council to continue budget talks in Tuesday workshop

Department requests, street improvements on agenda

November 10, 2017

Ken Charles awarded for years of service in economic development

Longtime Department of Local Affairs manager helped communities problem-solve, finance infrastructure

October 23, 2017

Local News

Durango-La Plata County Airport plans terminal remodel to aid airline staff

Long-term vision for airport still in limbo, director says

October 11, 2017

Education

Southwest Community College plans free construction class

The Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative is funding the class, but participants must complete a short registration form before attending, according…

September 11, 2017

Local News

Local recyclers have role in Hurricane Harvey recovery

Pressed paperboard and cardboard needed for drywall demand

September 7, 2017

Local News

Cortez Main Street median project is delayed

to advertise for bids in spring

August 23, 2017

Local News

Cortez Parks and Rec Board celebrates capital projects

members tour new restrooms, pickleball courts

August 20, 2017

Local News

Cortez Sanitation District plans construction projects

management plant, sewer pipes on agenda

August 18, 2017

Local News

Lewis Grange being brought back to life

Organizers hope to rekindle old traditions

August 14, 2017

Mancos town board OKs overdue street paving project

Project part of town contract with Family Dollar

August 1, 2017

Montezuma County postpones West Mancos Road project

Transfer Campground project expected to cut maintenance costs

July 18, 2017