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The search continues for Towaoc man missing for a year

Conrad Silas went missing in April 2025

May 6, 2026

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Freeze watch issued for Southwest Colorado Wednesday night

Forecaster says unusually warm spring prompted earlier freeze alerts

May 5, 2026

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GOP candidates for Montezuma County commissioner square off in debate

Republicans discuss taxes, land use and government openness

May 5, 2026

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Montezuma County cleanup days target blight, wildfire risk

Landfill tipping fees to be waived during two-day community cleanup effort

May 5, 2026

Sports

Panthers senior Camryn Oliver leading M-CHS soccer with stingy defense

M-CHS celebrates lone senior’s pivotal role in Panthers success shutting down opposition

May 5, 2026

AP New Mexico

Indigenous people honor and raise awareness for relatives who are missing or have been killed

Indigenous people and others gather in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Saturday to raise awareness about Indigenous relatives who have gone…

May 5, 2026

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First responder students simulate real-world tragedies at Pueblo Community College

Law enforcement, nursing and paramedic students prepare for graduation with a large-scale simulation

May 5, 2026

Sports

Starting cannon set to ignite 20th anniversary for 12 Hours of Mesa Verde

Nonprofit race nearing $1 million in charitable donations to youth organizations

May 4, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: What’s happening in the Cortez area

Vince Golio hangs out with his great Dane, Fred, while waiting his turn in the judges ring at the Durango…

May 4, 2026

Local News

Southwest Health celebrates Hospital Week with annual 5K, community picnic

Officials will present annual report during May 10-16 celebration

May 4, 2026

Local News

Driver, passenger who died in car crash near Bayfield identified

Parents survived by 5-year-old daughter

May 4, 2026

Local News

Construction at Cortez Municipal Airport will close runways overnight

Project will aid water drainage efficiency and improve the durability of airfield

May 4, 2026

Sports

Dolores boys rally past Ignacio to capture San Juan track and field title

Mancos girls finish third on home track, Dove Creek boys take bronze as well

May 4, 2026

Local News

Dolores Library Board orders workplace review amid complaints

Tense meeting highlights ongoing conflict within library leadership

May 4, 2026

Sports

Steady rounds lift M-CHS golf to runner-up in Panther Invitational

Senior Amita Crowley takes medalist honors, classmate Afton Unrein finishes fourth

May 4, 2026

Sports

Tomac finishes third, one point separates Roczen and Lawrence as final nears

The final round of the 2026 Supercross season will take place this weekend

May 4, 2026

For the record

Police blotter

Wednesday, April 29

May 4, 2026

Local News

Republican Montezuma County Commissioner debate rescheduled for Monday

Three commissioner candidates to debate at 6 p.m. after last-minute cancellation

May 3, 2026

Local News

Hearing set in Montezuma County judge Ian MacLaren misconduct case

Panel sets August trial dates in case seeking judge’s removal

May 2, 2026

Local News

Cortez City Council hears water supply report in the midst of severe drought

Dolores Water Conservancy District General Manager Ken Curtis discusses municipal and agricultural consequences at Tuesday’s City Council meeting

May 1, 2026

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Special education track and field event celebrates 20 years in Durango

Bowker Games brings Southwest Colorado students with disabilities together

May 1, 2026

Local News

Cortez and surrounding areas see freeze warning and small chances of precipitation

NWS advises residents to protect sensitive crops and outdoor plumbing

April 30, 2026

Local News

Effort to restrict license plate cameras fails amid pushback from law enforcement

The bipartisan effort ended after its sponsor withdrew

April 30, 2026

Local News

Singing for the rain: Mancos Valley Chorus debuts water-themed spring concerts

Shows blend familiar favorites and a cappella arrangement in a lighthearted nod to the dry season

April 30, 2026