Trinadie Lopez’s trial setting pushed to August This will be the last continuance, judge says July 10, 2024
Update: Teen suspected of gunfire at Cortez fireworks show is held without bail Juvenile, deemed a danger to the community, was arrested the day after Fourth of July incident July 9, 2024
Domestic violence and DUI suspect given next court date of July 18 Deuce Martinez was given a cash surety bond July 6, 2024
Update: Suckla’s slim lead in District 58 could trigger recount Unofficial results show Suckla came back from a 32-vote deficit to lead by three votes July 5, 2024
Cycling association and Rico Trails Alliance to host trail work and camping trip Participants will work on the Salt and Ryman trails near Rico July 5, 2024
Six-week summer challenge aims to inspire people to prioritize health and fitness Challenge was created by Mountain Range Fitness nutrition coach Erin Kuhlman July 4, 2024
City of Cortez searching for full-time, temporary affordable housing coordinator Cortez will have an election June 8 to ask voters to opt out of state telecommunication law SB 152. (Journal… July 3, 2024
Montezuma Water breaks ground for water treatment plant expansion Montezuma Water’s groundbreaking for its water plant extension with plant manager Steve Bowman and the Montezuma Water board members. Left… July 3, 2024
Chase Sexton surprises Jett Lawrence with win at The Wick in Round 5 of Motocross Hunter Lawrence’s podium spot allowed him to maintain his lead in the standings July 2, 2024
County urges citizens to sign up for emergency alert system Community Emergency Response Team helps prepare citizens for emergencies in the county. (Montezuma County Website) The county is hoping more… July 1, 2024
Montezuma, Dolores counties to celebrate Independence Day Various celebrations will take place in Cortez, Mancos, Dove Creek and Rico June 29, 2024
30 Angel Armor vests to be donated to Cortez Police Department SHIELD616’s Tour De Shield raised money for the vests back in May June 29, 2024
Fraternal Order of Police backs sales tax for Montezuma County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff’s Office struggles with budget cuts, inflation June 28, 2024
Historic Cortez coloring book now available in town The coloring book includes artwork from a plethora of local artists June 28, 2024
Mayor Rachel Medina elected to Colorado Municipal League Executive Board Medina received the most votes in the election’s medium city category June 26, 2024
Empire Electric announces winners of board of directors election The election results were provided for District 4 and 7 during the Empire Electric board of director’s annual meeting on… June 26, 2024
Update: Ballot count totals 5,565 by the election’s end County officials were expecting more people to vote in person on Tuesday after low mail-in ballot count on Monday June 25, 2024
Montezuma-Cortez High School announces highlights for new school year The high school is also looking for a few more teachers to fill open roles June 25, 2024
Southwest Health System announces hire of two doctors Podiatrist, family doctor join Southwest Memorial Hospital June 25, 2024
Montezuma-Cortez school staff speak of ‘climate of distrust’ Seventh grade counselor Robyne Cote addresses the board during citizen comments. (Screen Capture via Zoom) Frustrations focus on staff workload,… June 21, 2024
Montezuma-Cortez school district creates survey about potential bond and mill levy override Bond would be used to build an elementary school if grant is acquired June 21, 2024
Leadership Montezuma prepares to host next quarterly Montezuma Leadership Network The leadership network aims to help grow and build local leaders June 21, 2024
Second round of applications for the 81321 Launch Grant due July 1 The grants are for creative projects in the city of Cortez June 21, 2024
Dolores dog faces long recovery after severe abuse; suspect awaits trial Dog suffers piercing head wounds, undergoes surgeries June 20, 2024