Eli Tomac places second in Indianapolis after ‘rough night’ of racing Tomac remains second in overall points behind Hunter Lawrence March 8, 2026
Photographers to showcase animal photography at St. Barnabas art reception A photo of a leopard by Kristin Kuckelman is one of the photos to be featured at the St. Barnabas… March 8, 2026
Colorado bill to expand concurrent enrollment advances: Cortez, Dolores leaders respond The Dolores High School principal noted potential negative impacts on rural districts March 5, 2026
Southwest Artists League will hold ‘Get Creative!’ event to encourage senior artists Four SWAL artists will share about their art March 5, 2026
Cortez Middle School students show appreciation to police with homemade treats The group is part of the middle school’s Sources of Strength club March 5, 2026
Local News Update:13-year-old Indigenous girl last seen in Cortez located safe The child was found safe with another missing juvenile March 4, 2026
Eli Tomac wins Daytona Supercross for the eighth time Tomac is now one point behind overall points leader Hunter Lawrence March 3, 2026
Police blotter Journal/Sam Green<br><br>Cortez Police Department badgedu1-i-syn Friday, Feb. 20 11:50 a.m.: An officer responded to Burger Boy, 400 E. Main St.,… February 27, 2026
Cortez school board OKs Kiva Montessori’s request to transfer authorization to Charter Institute The school now enters the application phase with the Colorado Charter School Institute February 25, 2026
Cast of ‘Matilda: The Musical’ sweeps audiences into a story about a ‘miracle’ girl Three sold-out shows remain in the show’s run February 24, 2026
Tomac places second in Supercross Round 7 in Texas Tomac remains in second place in overall standings February 24, 2026
Montezuma-Cortez School District seeks new general counsel; requests proposals The professional services agreement has a tentative start date of April 27 February 21, 2026
ZU Gallery to host Duets event featuring new musical pairings Challenge invites musicians to explore creativity through new collaborations February 20, 2026
Cortez school board approves memorial for district student Zamias Lang Lang, a district student, was shot and killed in Towaoc in 2024 February 19, 2026
Raven Narratives about ‘luck’ set for Cortez and Durango Evenings feature audience‑told tales ranging from humorous to heartfelt February 18, 2026
Cortez students help turn dumpsters into public art as city unveils truck name City programs aim to strengthen safety, youth engagement and community pride February 18, 2026
Montezuma-Cortez schools release students because of storm The alert from the district was sent out at 2:13 p.m. February 18, 2026
Eli Tomac wins Seattle Supercross, moves to second in 450SX standings Veteran rider sits one point behind Hunter Lawrence after Round 7 February 17, 2026
Four Corners Child Advocacy Center adds SANE nurse to expand services Partnership with UCHealth supports hiring of its first SANE nurse February 15, 2026
ZU Arts Initiative launches as nonprofit to support Montezuma County artists Initiative is already set to kickstart multiple programs in 2026 February 12, 2026
Eli Tomac falls to third in overall points after crash in Arizona Tomac placed first in Heat 1 of Round 5 in Glendale February 10, 2026
Southwestern Colorado Livestock Association sets annual meeting, auction and dance for Feb. 14 The Cowbelle/Cattlewoman and Stockman will be announced after the dinner February 7, 2026
Lamp Post Creative Learning Center to present Roald Dahl’s ‘Matilda the Musical’ This will be the learning center’s first full-length musical February 7, 2026
Southwest Health completes Community Health Needs Assessment, outlines priorities The survey was done in collaboration with Community Hospital Consulting in Texas February 6, 2026