Eli Tomac crashes out of the lead in Texas Supercross a wild finish, Webb passes Anderson and Sexton for the overall victory February 26, 2023
Keetch Motors of Cortez is sold to Farmington dealership Automotive Group takes over operations; plans include new name, more inventory, upgraded facilities February 24, 2023
Hesperus, Chapman ski areas thrive after previous lackluster seasons Hesperus reports a foot of new snow, with 2 feet on the way February 23, 2023
Records show gaps in process after 18 dogs are euthanized in Cortez highlights problem of dogs at large and management of a five-year case February 20, 2023
Cole Dainty-Guilfoyle of Mancos wins Colorado state wrestling title Bluejays finish on podium; team finishes third in state meet February 19, 2023
2023 Stockman and Cowbelle of the Year named at annual banquet Johnson and Debra Miller are the 2023 Stockman and Cowbelle of the Year February 12, 2023
Colorado teachers union backs LGBTQ+ inclusion in public schools initiative comes after report says 85% of educators are not ‘out’ at school February 3, 2023
Colorado horses are slaughtered abroad for food. A new bill could shut down the industry. Investigation follows horses from auctions to slaughterhouses, where they are exported for consumption February 1, 2023
Jury finds Ronald J. Morosko guilty in fatal hunting incident Defendant found guilty of criminally negligent homicide in death of Gregory Gabrisch; sentencing is March 31 January 25, 2023
Day 3: Morosko defense asserts faulty investigation of fatal hunting shooting Psychologist testifies defendant’s mental ability was impaired after traumatic shooting incident January 23, 2023
Day 2: Prosecutors present case that Morosko mistook bowhunter for elk Defense cites statements by Morosko that he and partner saw an elk January 21, 2023
New trial begins in Cortez after mistrial in fatal hunting case bowhunter was fatally shot by a muzzleloader hunter from Pennsylvania in San Juan National Forest January 19, 2023
New trial in hunting death is delayed by weather, loss of key witness snowed-in jurors don’t make it to court; mistrial request denied January 18, 2023
Update: Major snowstorm causes power outages and closures in Montezuma County snowfall provides high hopes for McPhee Reservoir and drought-ravaged farms and ranches January 17, 2023
Kelly Gregory finds a home base for her restaurant and coffee shop Kelly’s Kitchen opens in Dolores after delighting locals with popular food truck January 13, 2023
Eli Tomac crashes, comes back to win opening Supercross in Anaheim ace from Cortez puts on a dazzling display of speed on new bike January 7, 2023
Early winter snowpack a good sign for McPhee Reservoir Snotels are 130% of average for Dolores-San Miguel Basins January 4, 2023
Fifteen gridiron standouts in Montezuma County area named to all-state football Creek’s Hankins, Baughman are named eight-man player and coach of the year December 19, 2022
Shop with a Cop brings joy to children in Montezuma County Department, Sheriff’s Office and State Patrol take kids to Walmart December 17, 2022
Parade of Lights glitters along Main Street Cortez Claus arrives via a Classic Air helicopter, a new holiday tradition December 4, 2022
Mesa Verde horses go up for adoption herd has been tamed by Mustang Camp; adoption sign-up started and application process begins soon November 30, 2022
Dove Creek beats Mancos in state semis, will play for the 8-man title Bulldogs control line of scrimmage in front of big crowd, will make first trip to finals November 19, 2022
Cortez golfer Thayer Plewe signs with University of New Mexico Lobos Montezuma-Cortez senior credits family and supportive junior golf programs November 10, 2022
Steve Nowlin is reelected Montezuma County sheriff Republican incumbent holds on to big lead over challenger Odis Sikes November 9, 2022
