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It’s official: Monsoons a bust this summer

High-pressure system blocked off moisture all summer

September 19, 2018

Lewis-Arriola fire district asks for tax increase

Revenue needed to counter Gallagher losses, chief says

September 19, 2018

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Logging returns to the San Juan Mountains

Service: Expect more timber sales in Southwest Colorado

September 19, 2018

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Cottage Foods Safety Training coming to Cortez

Certificate meets requirement for small-food producers

September 18, 2018

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Constitution Week in Cortez

Mayor Karen Sheek on Sept. 11 signed a proclamation stating that Constitution Week would be celebrated Sept. 17-23 in Cortez.…

September 18, 2018

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Sentences issued in Ute Mountain fraud case

least 13 have pleaded guilty; one faces $1.14 million restitution

September 17, 2018

BLM hosts public meetings for Draft Bears Ears National Monument plans

Comments will help shape management of monument

September 16, 2018

St. Barnabas church creates labyrinth for public use

Labyrinth can be a tool for transformation

September 16, 2018

For the record

Police blotter

du1-i-syn Wednesday, Sept. 5 5:26 p.m.: A man was served a warrant at Montezuma County Combined Courts, 865 N. Park…

September 14, 2018

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Cedar Mesa seeks county road designation

Green-signed roads offer improved safety

September 14, 2018

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Four more forums held for county commissioner candidates

sponsored by League of Women Voters, 9-12ers, Farm Bureau, and KSJD

September 13, 2018

Cortez City Council rejects pot shop from Pueblo

Impacts to neighbors a concern

September 13, 2018

Filmmakers looking for old cars for Hunter S. Thompson movie

‘Rusted vehicles are also needed,’ film office says

September 13, 2018

Contractors plan to finish median project in October

with water line, fiber cable cause delays

September 13, 2018

Tribute honors first responders who died in 9/11 attack

The second annual 9/11 Stair Climb took place Sept. 11 at the new three-story training tower at the Lewis-Arriola Fire…

September 12, 2018

Colorado’s drought set to be fourth worst on record

Southwest Colorado may see record lows

September 11, 2018

Montezuma County courthouse wins statewide design award

Architects among 21 honored at Denver gala

September 11, 2018

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Grant cycle opens for local nonprofit programs and organizations

The Four Corners Community Band received an Onward grant in 2017. Above, the band plays at last year’s Rico Fourth…

September 10, 2018

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Cortez hosts Southwest Rural Philanthropy Days

Workshops and training sessions support nonprofits

September 10, 2018

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Montezuma County lifts fire ban, in effect since April

Sheriff, fire chiefs say fire risk is reduced

September 10, 2018

Tipton bill to protect landowners near federal property advances

Legislation would require written notification of federal plans

September 8, 2018

Public lobs tough questions to county commissioner candidates

concerned about historical routes, taxes, economic growth

September 8, 2018

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Man injured, children walk away as SUV flips on Colorado Highway 145

Violent crash requires extrication

September 7, 2018

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New center provides emergency aid, counseling to veterans

mental health care, financial aid and yoga classes are offered

September 7, 2018