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Local News

Peace Run relay runners to stop in Cortez during 50-state tour

The run was created in 1987

May 21, 2026

Local News

San Juan National Forest implements fire restrictions

Stage 1 rules apply to elevations below 8,000; minimum fine for violating guidelines is $530

May 20, 2026

Regional News

Colorado Democrats censure Jared Polis, condemning his release of Tina Peters

Vote by party’s central committee was most significant political fallout yet for governor

May 20, 2026

Local News

Prescribed burn carried out 12 miles north of Dolores

Burn plan for 1,660 acres calls for aerial ignitions

May 20, 2026

Local News

Montezuma-Cortez narcotics team seizes $1.4M in meth, fentanyl during undercover operation

Police arrest Carlos Miramontes in connection with operation; formal charges not yet filed

May 20, 2026

Education

Mancos graduates encouraged to be resilient as they embark on their new journey

35 seniors complete their high school careers on Sunday

May 20, 2026

Sports

Strong turnout expected for 54th Iron Horse Bicycle Classic

Road, mountain bike and gravel races highlight the event

May 20, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: What’s happening in the Cortez area

Mesa Verde Gardeners prepare for the annual plant sale in 2022. It’s Saturday, May 23, in the Children's Kiva parking…

May 20, 2026

Local News

Wildfire ready plan for Upper Dolores enters next phase

Dolores Watersheds Collaborative to host meetings for public engagement on planning

May 19, 2026

Tri-Cities

New book celebrates geology of Navajo Nation

Story engages students in STEM education

May 19, 2026

Regional News

Colorado congressional delegation seeks answers about lost Colorado Air National Guard jobs

A F-16 Fighting Falcon from the Colorado Air National Guard's 140th Wing takes off from Buckley Air Force Base on…

May 19, 2026

Education

Pueblo Community College Southwest graduates 367 students

‘You were here because you brought a dream to life,’ nursing faculty member says. “You set a goal and you…

May 19, 2026

Local News

The mysterious disappearance of Vallecito’s 35-foot-tall logjam

Someone quietly removed the large blockage on the creek that was created during October floods

May 19, 2026

Tri-Cities

At least seven women reportedly overdose in San Juan County Detention Center

Farmington woman accused of smuggling fentanyl into jail

May 19, 2026

Sports

M-CHS’ Hall leaps to high jump state title to headline state track and field championships

Twelve podium performances accompany Hall’s top spot

May 18, 2026

Sports

Dolores baseball hangs tough, falls to No. 5 Denver Christian

Bears season closes with high hopes for program’s future

May 18, 2026

Sports

Blistering bats help Panthers cruise to regional title, advance to state tournament

M-CHS takes down Berthoud, Pagosa Springs in front of home crowd

May 18, 2026

Arts and Entertainment

Cortez photographer Aren Goldstrand featured in local exhibits through May

Goldstrand is a photojournalist who documents his travels in the Western U.S.

May 18, 2026

Education

Colorado House passes bill to send K-12 funding initiative to November ballot

TABOR currently limits school funding

May 18, 2026

For the record

Police blotter

Journal/Sam Green Cortez Police Department badge Thursday, May 7 2:44 p.m.: An officer responded to the Cortez Police Department lobby…

May 18, 2026

Local News

Durango therapist tackles trickle-down effect of burned out bosses

Employers must address their own stress to operate thriving businesses, expert says

May 18, 2026

Education

Dolores school district wraps up school year with celebrations, student successes

High school will say goodbye to its seniors Friday

May 18, 2026

Community

Organizers highlight unique atmosphere and opportunities for 2026 Mesa Verde Writers Conference

Registration is now open for the September event

May 17, 2026

Local News

Montezuma Water plant expansion near Dolores approaches completion, delayed to July 2026

The expansion project has been in the works since 2019

May 17, 2026