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Searles takes helm of Dolores boys basketball

Former Division I, Fort Lewis College standout brings wealth of experience

DATE: Aug 10, 2021 | CATEGORY: Sports

Judge orders dogs be returned after seizure by sheriff

Citations issued for alleged animal cruelty

DATE: Aug 10, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

As hikers flock to Colorado 14ers, trail-building crews work to rescue the alpine tundra

Colorado Fourteeners Initiative has worked on 35 of the state’s 58 mountains higher than 14,000 feet, fixing ‘social trails’ created by climbers taking the most direct route to the summit

DATE: Aug 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado Republicans turn to ballot questions when elections fail

Colorado conservatives have seen some success in recent years by bringing and opposing ballot measures, mostly around cutting taxes

DATE: Aug 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

It’s more than just flying for the people behind the Cortez Rendezvous

These dedicated flyers remember one of their beloved in this weekend’s celebrations

DATE: Aug 8, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wildflower season offers scenic hikes

Wildflowers are blooming in the San Juan Mountains and are thriving from all the rain. Here are three trails to view them. Horse Creek Trail: This trailhead is on Colorado Highway 145 b...

DATE: Aug 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Woman falls to death climbing Telluride’s via ferrata route

TELLURIDE — Authorities say an Arizona woman fell about 200 feet (61 meters) to her death while climbing the via ferrata route in Telluride. The Telluride Daily Planet reports 53-year-old An...

DATE: Aug 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez Rendezvous Hot Air Balloon Rally

Annual rally kicks off amid fast-changing winds

DATE: Aug 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Gallery

Cortez Rendezvous balloon rally brightens skies in Montezuma County

Annual rally kicks off Friday morning amid fast-changing winds

DATE: Aug 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Meet Cortez’s newest library director

Isabella Sharpensteen took over as director for Alicia Gomori-Lusker, who resigned in April

DATE: Aug 5, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

U.S. routs Australia 97-78, to play for more basketball gold

SAITAMA, Japan (AP) — The U.S. has owned gold for three straight Olympics, making the middle of the medals platform property of the Americans. The Australians tried everything they could to ...

DATE: Aug 5, 2021 | CATEGORY: Sports