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October trial set for Cortez mother accused of daughter’s death

Leonard’s attorney says expert witness is ‘critical’ to defense

May 11, 2026

Raising an Olympian: Mickels’ sacrifices have led to skiing success

Mom, Molly, and dad, Alex, have seen son, Charlie, turn into elite mogul skier

March 22, 2026

Child care center in Durango seeks new space after landlord refuses lease renewal

14 families scramble in search of alternative options

November 27, 2024

Durango announces partnership to relocate Tri-County Head Start

Plata Economic Development Alliance receives $55,000 for child care needs assessment

July 7, 2024

Childhaven plans ‘Save Jane’ event as spring fundraiser

aims to prevent child abuse through awareness, advocacy

March 27, 2023

Stressed out, busy moms say microdosing mushrooms makes life easier and brighter

Researchers caution they are ‘experimenting on themselves’

August 17, 2022

Abortion advocates, opponents look to a post-Roe future in Durango and Colorado

likely to see more women traveling from Texas, Utah and Arizona for procedure

July 3, 2022

Parents launch support group to help ‘neuro-diverse’ children

Conditions include autism, Tourette syndrome and attention deficit disorder

April 19, 2021

Local News

Four Corners Child Advocacy Center trainings

Journal File Photo<br><br>The Four Corners Child Advocacy Center is hosting upcoming trainings centered on addressing the effects of trauma on…

February 7, 2019

Local News

Should Durango High School close its campus?

Parents, administrators search for ways to bolster school safety

March 28, 2018

Expert on bullying to speak at Dolores High School

Speaker will be at high school April 11

March 29, 2017

District has plan to raise performance

Schools target reading, hope to engage parents

March 6, 2017

Community rallies to discuss school bullying

Sheriff promises to lead the way on policies

November 19, 2016

Local News

Mancos school district adopts truancy policy

reveals disrespect was most common offense

January 28, 2016

Local News

Utes, Cortez Middle School launch monthly science night

“The purpose of the program is to provide an opportunity for community building, leadership development and an appreciation for science,”…

January 18, 2016

Education

Children’s advocates plan robust lobby effort in Denver

During the 120-day session, which started on Jan. 13, officials with the Colorado Children’s Campaign hope to steer policymakers on…

January 13, 2016

Local News

Online fundraiser draws ire in Cortez

“You know this is pathetic,” one woman posted on GoFundMe.com. “And so is she.” Launched on behalf of Holly Hartman…

January 4, 2016

Business

Minimum wage straps local workers

Montezuma County falls short on livable wage study; La Plata has it worse

January 4, 2016

Local News

Utah judge steps down from gay foster case

call for his impeachment

November 17, 2015

Local News

Dad gets 8 years for abuse

nearly killed by Dove Creek man

July 27, 2015

Local News

Officials search for man guilty in baby’s death

missed probation hearing for manslaughter

July 10, 2015

Local News

Dad faces 8 years in abuse case

Creek man pleads guilty

May 24, 2015

$Man faces child abuse for infant’s 17 fractures$

Local News

Man faces child abuse for infant’s 17 fractures

Records point to multiple incidents of abuse

April 30, 2015

Local News

BIA investigating toddler’s death

According to BIA Police Chief Mike McCoy, the toddler was at a residence with the father when the death occurred…

September 18, 2014