Bond lowered for Cortez woman suspected in daughter’s death
Court says genetic testing is compelling, stresses ruling not a finding on guilt
DATE: Jan 16, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Man gets 6-year sentence after gun incident in downtown Cortez park
Judge imposes maximum sentence for gun possession case
DATE: Jan 16, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Dolores Library Board brings in legal counsel over unresolved issues
Attorney hired to assist with bylaw revisions and board rules
DATE: Jan 14, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Towaoc sets curfew to increase community safety
The curfew runs from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m
DATE: Jan 9, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Jury trial set in lawsuit over Kelroy Newman’s death at Montezuma County jail
After years of motions, Newman’s jail-death civil trial set for February
DATE: Jan 7, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Crowd lines Main Street for Indivisible rally in Cortez
More than 175 people attended protest focused on Jan. 6
DATE: Jan 6, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
After years of planning, Nuchu Market opens in Towaoc
New grocery aims to address food access, affordability and local sourcing
DATE: Jan 5, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Montezuma County commissioners defend Dolores River NCA amid online opposition
Legislation to protect and manage the Dolores River draws extended discussion
DATE: Dec 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Update: U.S. 160/491 south of Cortez reopens after semitrailer rollover
Traffic diverted after early morning crash; no injuries reported
DATE: Dec 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Montezuma County measles cases rise to four
Two new cases confirmed; wastewater samples show signs of virus
DATE: Dec 18, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Ute Mountain Ute Tribe gathers for Grinch-themed Christmas celebration
Held at the rec center for the first time in decades, the daylong event involved many festivities
DATE: Dec 18, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Cortez seeks legal guidance after overcollecting $2.8 million in recreation tax
Next steps: how to handle the excess funds
DATE: Dec 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
