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Public land crossing creates a private-property conundrum that’s tough to fix

House Bill 1066 would allow lawful passage between parcels bordering private property, settling a decades-old conundrum in the West

February 22, 2023

New Mexico House panel kills telework bill in first hearing

State agency bosses line up to oppose work from home

February 22, 2023

Avalanche warning issued for San Juan Mountains

Up to 3 feet of fresh snow expected; storm is fueled by cold air from the northwest and moisture from…

February 22, 2023

Conference to address water crisis in Southwest Colorado

Drought requires ideas and collaboration; Sky Ute Casino in Ignacio will host seminar

February 22, 2023

A state-funded preschool is heading to Ignacio

The new early education program is being funded by a nicotine tax

February 21, 2023

Powerful winter storm expected to arrive this evening in Southwest Colorado

Up to a foot of snow forecast in some areas

February 21, 2023

Colorado law makes it very difficult and financially perilous to sue the gun industry

Democrats are poised to roll back the state’s extra protections against lawsuits for gun manufacturers and sellers

February 21, 2023

Lost skier rescued at Boggy Draw north of Dolores

Snow biking trails are groomed in the Boggy Draw area. (Courtesy Southwest Colorado Cycling Association) No injuries reported; Montezuma County…

February 21, 2023

Snowboarder who died Friday near Purgatory Resort is identified

A celebration of life will be held Feb. 25 for David Diaz of Durango

February 20, 2023

Emergency crews respond to two-vehicle crash on U.S. 491

No serious injuries reported; one driver cited for careless driving

February 20, 2023

Polis forms panel to choose finalists for new district attorney in Cortez

Interim prosecutor will fill in pending governor’s appointment; DA Margeson leaving to serve as Dolores County judge

February 20, 2023

Use executive action to protect more BLM land, say Colorado’s House Democrats

Rep. DeGette asking Biden to step up effort to conserve public lands

February 20, 2023

Can Colorado’s seedling tree nursery curb forest fires and disease?

Facility has begun its resurgence with mission to be an ‘epicenter of reforestation’

February 20, 2023

Records show gaps in process after 18 dogs are euthanized in Cortez

Case highlights problem of dogs at large and management of a five-year case

February 20, 2023

With 20 months to go, race for 3rd Congressional District begins

Two Democrats have already emerged to challenge Rep. Lauren Boebert

February 20, 2023

Snowboarder dies after dropping off a cliff near Purgatory Resort

Ski patrol attempted lifesaving measures, but victim was pronounced dead on scene

February 19, 2023

Utah Shakespeare Festival to perform Othello at Montezuma-Cortez High School

Production set to make one-night appearance on March 2

February 19, 2023

Cole Dainty-Guilfoyle of Mancos wins Colorado state wrestling title

Six Bluejays finish on podium; team finishes third in state meet

February 19, 2023

Eli Tomac wins fourth Supercross of 2023, extends series lead

Cooper Webb and Chase Sexton are right behind, 7 points back

February 19, 2023

14th annual Silverton Skijoring competition takes over town

When horses pull skiers, ‘it’s a wild ride’

February 18, 2023

Mancos’ Levi Martin, Cole Dainty-Guilfoyle will wrestle for titles

Six Bluejays remain in contention for podium finishes

February 18, 2023

Colorado bill could create difficulties for restaurant owners

HB23-1118 would force employers to post work schedules two weeks in advance

February 18, 2023

New pellet mill in Mancos is subsidiary of Aspen Wood Products

Mesa Verde Pellets will produce aspen and wood pellets for heating and animal bedding

February 18, 2023

Senators laud $86 million grant promoting clean drinking water to rural areas

PFAS can cause cancer, liver damage, decreased fertility and other diseases

February 18, 2023