Bennet introduces bill to slash restrictions on SNAP benefits If passed, the bipartisan bill will allow Americans to purchase ready-made foods July 14, 2023
Cortez’s Brinley Duran sweeps events as Durango Swim Club repeats as WSL champs Durango wins hard-fought battle with Maverick Aquatics July 14, 2023
Reward offered for the capture of the killer of two beloved Onaqui stallions The horses were found shot to death in Utah on March 19 July 14, 2023
Fireflies are thriving in Colorado wetlands. Scientists want to shed light on why Research could one day guide reintroduction efforts July 14, 2023
Dolores River, CORE Act bills heard by Senate subcommittee Bennet, Hickenlooper say proposed land protections have support in Colorado July 14, 2023
PCC hosts Train the Trainer drone course to prepare educators to teach drone classes Students will take a test for their commercial drone pilot’s license in August July 14, 2023
New Dove Creek elementary school starts construction, hopes to open doors in August 2024 The school is being built with the help of the BEST grant July 14, 2023
Mancos Days will offer a weekend full of family fun at the end of July The town of Mancos will host various festivities July 28-30 July 14, 2023
Montezuma County moving to next phase in COVID-19 response Residents who test positive will no longer be contacted or interviewed by the health department July 13, 2023
Man found dead inside SUV at Snowslide Campground in La Plata Canyon Identification of deceased and cause of death pending July 13, 2023
Chimney Rock to close for lunar viewing events San Juan National Forest concerned about large crowds and public safety July 13, 2023
Teacher shortage affecting rural America hits close to home All districts in Southwest Colorado are experiencing the effects July 13, 2023
3 decomposed bodies found near remote campsite in western Colorado A hiker made the grim discovery Sunday northeast of Gunnison July 13, 2023
El Pomar Foundation awards grants to organizations in Montezuma and Dolores counties Cancer Resource Alliance, Cortez Cultural Center, and Dove’s Nest receive funding July 13, 2023
San Juan National Forest implements Stage 1 fire restrictions Starting July 13, fire restrictions will be in place for lower elevations July 12, 2023
Mesa Verde National Park asks for public feedback on fire mitigation plan Two alternatives have been proposed; public comments will be accepted through Aug. 11 July 12, 2023
Protect the Dolores Coalition responds to Senate committee hearing Coalition works to conserve land surrounding the Dolores River July 12, 2023
HomesFund loan program helps residents buy a home in Southwest Colorado From 2016 to 2022, 56 households in Montezuma County received mortgage assistance July 12, 2023
Man severely injured in bear attack near Lemon Reservoir Sheep herder working northeast of Durango released from hospital after surgery July 12, 2023
Affirmative action ruling won’t affect admissions at FLC, says college president School was not making acceptance decisions based on race July 12, 2023
Colorado Republicans call for special session to address bail ruling, high property taxes The last special session was called in 2020 to address economic consequences of COVID-19 July 12, 2023
Jonathan Berry arrested in possession of a weapon after pleading guilty to felony gun charge He was arrested June 29 after being found in possession of a handgun July 12, 2023
Two newly formed coalitions in Southwest Colorado receive grants from CPW and GOCO Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Great Outdoors Colorado give funding from the Outdoor Regional Partnerships Initiative July 12, 2023
Unique dolls on display at Cortez Public Library Judy Wolfe’s international and multicultural collection will be on display until Sept. 1 July 12, 2023