Ramadan’s first Friday prayers are held at Jerusalem’s Al‑Aqsa Mosque Cease-fire went into effect in October February 21, 2026
Court clears way for Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments posters in classrooms Appeals court lifts block on law amid questions about religious displays in public schools February 21, 2026
Bloomfield’s sand fracking operation continues to take shape ‘There’s going to be some growing pains,’ Brockinton says February 21, 2026
Mancos-based photographer exposes ‘Inner Light’ in new book Killigrew’s new coffee table book traverses harrowing journeys and artistic discoveries February 20, 2026
Cortez Mayor Rachel Medina prepares to say goodbye can’t entirely tear herself away from city government, but she’ll try February 20, 2026
Colorado legislators deny records request related to luxury Vail retreat with lobbyists Proposed lawsuit alleges violation, but group leaders say they relied on advice from nonpartisan state legal advisers February 20, 2026
County officials to push early messaging on wildfire safety, prevention session to discuss fire mitigation on properties February 20, 2026
Bayfield town board approves annexation of 100-acre ranch, plans to consider annexing another Annexations are first of their kind to utilize 2024 zoning to maintain and encourage farming within town limits February 20, 2026
New advancement vice president and foundation CEO named at Fort Lewis College Texas-based candidate will serve in both roles February 20, 2026
Clark Craig named Citizen of the Year at Southwest Colorado Rocks Awards Ignacio and Bayfield debuted in rebranded Durango Rocks ceremony February 20, 2026
‘¡Olé!’ New Mexico Department of Health brings nutrition and flamenco to Blanco Elementary School First‑time clinic focused on physical health through dance February 20, 2026
San Juan County Commission moves to challenge state gaming decision Petition for judicial review seeks to overturn state vote allowing Western Gaming LLC to move SunRay Park & Casino operations… February 20, 2026
Colorado Department of Education opens nominations for 2027 Teacher of the Year Residents are invited to nominate teachers for the honor February 20, 2026
Update: Biggest snowstorm of the season hits Southwest Colorado snow and high winds heighten avalanche risk; schools close February 20, 2026
Colorado committee advances bill to cut property taxes for small farmers and ranchers bill would update definitions of ‘farm’ and ‘ranch’ in state law February 20, 2026
ZU Gallery to host Duets event featuring new musical pairings Challenge invites musicians to explore creativity through new collaborations February 20, 2026
Mobile nonprofit delivers dental care to underserved communities ‘My heart and soul (are) in this van,’ founder says February 20, 2026
Calving season renews warning about roaming dogs in the county Loose, domestic dogs trigger recent neighbor disputes February 19, 2026
Jays keep hot streak going with Senior Night win over Dove Creek offense, sturdy defense aids Mancos to first win over Bulldogs in eight years February 19, 2026
Cortez man loses $600,000 in crypto scam; sheriff says fraud ‘will never go away’ Sheriff: Scam reports come in several times a week February 19, 2026
Dolores launches website for comprehensive plan update update to shape town’s 20-year vision February 19, 2026
Durango raises fines for illegal parking in disabled spaces Revised schedule adds escalating penalties for repeat violations February 19, 2026
DHS Troupe 1096 to stage ‘The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later’ Production opens Feb. 27 at Durango High School February 19, 2026
Cortez school board approves memorial for district student Zamias Lang Lang, a district student, was shot and killed in Towaoc in 2024 February 19, 2026
