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
County officials to push early messaging on wildfire safety, prevention session to discuss fire mitigation on properties 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
Calving season renews warning about roaming dogs in the county Loose, domestic dogs trigger recent neighbor disputes 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
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
Raven Narratives about ‘luck’ set for Cortez and Durango Evenings feature audience‑told tales ranging from humorous to heartfelt February 18, 2026
Cortez students help turn dumpsters into public art as city unveils truck name programs aim to strengthen safety, youth engagement and community pride February 18, 2026
Montezuma-Cortez schools release students because of storm alert from the district was sent out at 2:13 p.m. February 18, 2026
Cortez officials call attention to inactive voters as April election approaches officials encourage residents to register or update their voter information February 18, 2026
Montezuma museum focuses on preserving history in Colorado’s 150th year of statehood Initiatives by the museum bring attention to the county’s history this year February 18, 2026
Man found dead in McElmo Canyon outside Cortez; overdose suspected Coroner awaits completion of toxicology, autopsy February 18, 2026
Eli Tomac wins Seattle Supercross, moves to second in 450SX standings Veteran rider sits one point behind Hunter Lawrence after Round 7 February 17, 2026
PCC Southwest to host inaugural career and technical education summit Pueblo Community College Executive Dean Lisa Snyder says the school is trying to cater to working adults. (Courtesy of Steve… February 17, 2026
