New details emerge in fatal shooting of Cortez police officer Second suspect was briefly detained but has been released November 30, 2023
Update: Sgt. Michael Moran identified as Cortez police officer killed Wednesday Sgt. Moran was a K-9 handler and a Marine November 29, 2023
Police seeking information on suspect in Cortez gas station robbery Man reportedly stole about $750 and a box of Snickers after tying employee November 29, 2023
Cortez PD shares photos of man thought to be involved in September shooting Delsin Freeman has had a warrant out for his arrest since October November 28, 2023
Cortez Municipal Court launches Outreach Court to address underlying issues of crime 90-day program helps defendants deal with issues while partnering with local organizations November 23, 2023
BLM offers permits to cut Christmas tree in Southwest Colorado Permits can be obtained at the local BLM district office November 23, 2023
Pianist Charlie Albright to perform in Cortez Dec. 5 Albright first performed in the area about 10 years ago November 23, 2023
Local Catholic Daughters to hold Christmas Bazaar on Dec. 9 Event will have multiple vendors selling arts, crafts and other items November 19, 2023
Entries are now open to participate in Cortez’s 34th annual Parade of Lights Anyone is welcome to join in the festivities that kick off the holiday spirit November 18, 2023
Montezuma-Cortez school district discusses data about Indigenous students New focus and next steps are proposed in effort to improve education November 18, 2023
Police seize shotgun from man near Kemper Elementary A concerned citizen called police after seeing the man’s proximity to the school November 17, 2023
Southwest Open School prepares new building, seeks more board members SWOS also reports an attendance rate of over 90% November 16, 2023
Former Deputy DA Jeremy Reed hopes to become 22nd Judicial District’s new DA Reed was dismissed from the DA’s office on Nov. 2 after informing DA Christian Hatfield of his intention to run November 15, 2023
Eight Montezuma-Cortez students recognized for excellence Six receive exceptional scores on advanced placement; two earn National Merit status November 11, 2023
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Board hopes to build coalition of creatives Group would help increase artistic opportunities November 11, 2023
Montezuma-Cortez to present spoof play of wizardry ‘Puffs’ Play follows the ‘underdog house’ in the wizarding world, Hufflepuff House November 9, 2023
Fall Young Entrepreneur Showcase will allow youths in the community spotlight their small business The event will take place at the Chamber of Commerce on Small Business Saturday November 9, 2023
Rhonda Tracy beats JJ Lewis to join Montezuma-Cortez school board JJ Lewis and Rhonda Tracy both fought for the District C seat, with Tracy receiving the most votes November 8, 2023
Piñon Project hosts winter wear drive for children in Southwest Colorado They are asking for donations to be brought to the Piñon Project building November 7, 2023
What to expect in Colorado’s ballot measure election Don’t look for results until the polls close, state secretary says November 7, 2023
U.S. court sides with Montezuma County after drone is used in marijuana search Judge rules on Fourth Amendment claims, leaves other claims to a state court November 6, 2023
Another gas leak reported at high school leads to school cancellation in Cortez Students were sent home after the fire department’s arrival November 2, 2023
Montezuma-Cortez Middle School to present the play ‘Footloose’ Nov. 3 and 4 The musical features over 70 CMS students as cast and crew November 2, 2023
Cortez puts Southside Park plans on hold; housing effort to continue Cortez will work with Colorado Housing and Finance Authority to figure out the next steps for housing on the 14-acre… October 31, 2023