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Community Calendar: What’s happening in the Cortez area

An adobe house at 48 W. Montezuma Ave. A historic walking tour featuring Montezuma Avenue will be held at 11:15…

May 27, 2026

Local News

Fire ban takes effect Thursday in unincorporated parts of Montezuma County

Officials cite wind, drought and drying grasses as concerns

May 27, 2026

Local News

Cortez recognized for excellence in financial transparency

Recognition comes after 2016 embezzlement, delinquent audits

May 26, 2026

Local News

See who rode in the 54th Iron Horse Bicycle Classic ‘Citizen Tour’

Cyclists race the train in the 54th Iron Horse Bicycle Classic McDonald's Citizen Tour. The riders pedal nearly 50 miles…

May 26, 2026

Local News

At bus stops across Durango, these volunteers try to shield families from ICE

A network of ‘confirmers’ alerts community members to immigration activity in Southwest Colorado

May 26, 2026

Education

Montezuma-Cortez school board tables salary decision, requests audit of pay structure

District also outlines elementary restructuring initiative

May 25, 2026

Local News

Cortez, Rico residents honor fallen service members on Memorial Day

American Legion's Honor Guard held ceremonies remembering soldiers killed in action

May 25, 2026

Local News

How fire agencies across Southwest Colorado work together to get ahead of wildfire season

Federal, state and local firefighters coordinate to assess danger, respond to emergencies

May 25, 2026

Sports

M-CHS’ Jackson to continue hoops career at Waldorf University

Talented Panther guard looking to bring her versatility to collegiate level

May 24, 2026

Sports

Cortez’ Cruzan buoys Arkansas national title hopes as he lines up for Division I track regionals

Panther track standout entered to run on Razorbacks’ No. 3-ranked 4 x 400, also in open 400

May 24, 2026

Sports

M-CHS baseball bows out of 3A state tournament to close out stellar season

Panthers fall to D’Evelyn and Elizabeth in Greeley over the weekend

May 24, 2026

Sports

Cortez’ Crowley, Unrein both cap careers inside top 20 at golf state championship

Four-year qualifiers both cap senior season with career-best finishes

May 24, 2026

Arts and Entertainment

Turquoise Raven Art Gallery in Cortez seeks submissions for rock music-themed exhibit

Exhibit to be held in June

May 24, 2026

Education

MCHS graduates urged to embrace their journey at commencement

Seventh grade teacher delivers moving address to students

May 24, 2026

Education

Dolores High School graduates contemplate what’s next after ceremony Friday

Speaker gives special gift to the 38 members of the Class of 2026

May 23, 2026

Education

Three Montezuma County graduates receive Rodney Ems Memorial Golf Scholarships

Crowley will continue her golf career at the collegiate level

May 23, 2026

For the record

Police blotter

Journal/Sam Green Cortez Police Department badge Thursday, May 14 11:14 a.m.: An officer responded to Pinon Project, 210 E. Main…

May 23, 2026

Education

Montezuma County 4-H members sweep district officer positions for second year in a row

President, vice president and secretary elected

May 23, 2026

Local News

Judge hears oral arguments in Dollar General civil case

Attorneys argued before Chief Judge Todd Plewe, who said he would issue a written ruling later

May 23, 2026

Local News

Montezuma District Attorney’s Office resolves yearslong child sex abuse cases

Prosecutors highlight four crimes the office recently handled

May 22, 2026

Tri-Cities

Fentanyl powder sickens jail guards, detainees

report shows first responders at high risk from highly potent drug

May 22, 2026

Local News

MoCo Compo brings food curbside composting service to Montezuma County

business aims to reduce methane emissions from food waste in landfills

May 22, 2026

Education

Dolores FFA chapter earns bronze in agricultural mechanics

Students put to the test in tool ID and usage, welding, electrical systems and problem solving

May 22, 2026

Local News

The bikes they ride, and the stories they tell

Horse Bicycle Classic draws a diverse cohort of riders, which is reflected in the bicycles they use

May 22, 2026