Montezuma County

Local News

Montezuma County cleanup days target blight, wildfire risk

Landfill tipping fees to be waived during two-day community cleanup effort

May 5, 2026

Local News

Construction at Cortez Municipal Airport will close runways overnight

Project will aid water drainage efficiency and improve the durability of airfield

May 4, 2026

Sports

Tomac finishes third, one point separates Roczen and Lawrence as final nears

final round of the 2026 Supercross season will take place this weekend

May 4, 2026

Local News

Republican Montezuma County Commissioner debate rescheduled for Monday

commissioner candidates to debate at 6 p.m. after last-minute cancellation

May 3, 2026

Local News

Hearing set in Montezuma County judge Ian MacLaren misconduct case

sets August trial dates in case seeking judge’s removal

May 2, 2026

For the record

Sheriff blotter

Tuesday, March 24 6: 11 p.m.: A deputy responded to the Cortez Police Department, 608 N. Park St., Cortez, regarding…

April 30, 2026

Local News

Free car seat safety checkup set for Saturday in Cortez

seats may be available for families in need

April 30, 2026

Arts and Entertainment

Cortez StreetScapes Art Park launches contest for public murals

prizes are included for winners

April 28, 2026

Education

Mancos teen earns Girl Scout Gold Award with formal dress lending program

Jukes established the dress lending closet for her peers

April 28, 2026

Education

Mancos PTA launches membership drive

The Mancos PTA is encouraging parents, teachers and community members to join the organization and help support students and families.…

April 28, 2026

Education

Cortez Middle School Career Fair teaches students about array of careers

30 people introduced students to professions

April 27, 2026

Arts and Entertainment

Sunflower Troupe to stage Steve Martin play at Mancos Opera House

comedy follows a fictional meeting between Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein

April 27, 2026

Local News

Southwest Health celebrates Nikki Young’s Excellence in Nursing Award nomination

Colorado Nurses Foundation honors nurses making an impact in the profession

April 27, 2026

Community

Heritage Days Festival to debut in Cortez during National Historic Preservation Month

events will kick off on May 1

April 26, 2026

Sports

Ken Roczen claims overall points lead after rough and rainy racing in Philly

sidelines Eli Tomac for second consecutive race

April 26, 2026

Local News

Southwest Health, Montezuma Health Department draw 110 to health fair

The health fair, which took place on April 18, saw a turnout of more than 100 participants. (Courtesy of Jaycee…

April 25, 2026

Education

Montezuma-Cortez school board accepts legal counsel proposal from Lyons Gaddis

also approves using Panorama Education platform

April 24, 2026

For the record

Sheriff blotter

Montezuma sheriff badge Friday, March 20 5:38 a.m.: A deputy responded to a residence on Road F. 5 for a…

April 23, 2026

Local News

Four Corners Child Advocacy Center to host walk in the park on Saturday for Child Abuse Awareness Month

walk will include food, games, informational tables and more

April 22, 2026

Education

Cortez Middle School band earns ‘Best Community for Music Education’ award

is the sixth time in seven years that the program has been awarded

April 22, 2026

Education

Mancos school board approves salary schedules for teachers, staff

come from the mill levy override that was passed in November

April 21, 2026

Local News

Town of Mancos issues immigration news release, adopts updated values statement

documents were released to the public on April 14

April 21, 2026

Community

Former teacher brings final financial stewardship workshop to Cortez

Faith-based session is Saturday at Lamp Post

April 20, 2026

Sports

Eli Tomac injured, Ken Roczen wins Triple Crown in Supercross Round 14

crashes in qualifying, injures hip

April 19, 2026