Wildfires continue to burn in Montezuma, Dolores counties One fully contained, two others growing July 5, 2017
Cost of Lightner Creek Fire tops $2 million The tab will be picked up by the state of Colorado and federal government, which have a cost-sharing agreement, he… July 5, 2017
Legislature mammoth compromise bill goes into effect Deal saves hospitals from $264M cut July 5, 2017
Mancos town board declares Western Excelsior fire a disaster Town board joins county declaration July 5, 2017
Fire interrupts July 4 Cortez fireworks show Exploding shell caused delay in Cortez show but led to grandest of finales July 5, 2017
Man killed in shootout with Montezuma County deputies Shootout occurred west of Pleasant View July 5, 2017
Rico celebrates Independence Day in style Parade, live music, contests draw crowd to legendary celebration July 4, 2017
Dove Creek celebrates old-fashioned independence Some of the meat was still on the hoof. The town’s 62nd annual Pick ’n’ Hoe celebration started at 9… July 4, 2017
Mancos artist asks permission to install public mosaics Town board may award art contract this summer July 3, 2017
Dolores Tavern focused on quality, fun times New management dedicated to customer service July 3, 2017
Fires flare up in Montezuma, Dolores counties Dry lightning faulted; three wildfires, spot fires burning July 3, 2017
Road crews take a break on U.S. 491; paving resumes Wednesday Construction on U.S. Highway 491 south of the Colorado Highway 184 junction started in May.Sam Green/The Journal Drivers will continue… July 3, 2017
Colorado is fifth most patriotic state in the country Recent study shows high number of AmeriCorps volunteers, voters July 3, 2017
Residents are encouraged to practice lightning safety A lightning bolt hits south of Montezuma County Fairgrounds.Courtesy of Jason Walters Topics covered throughout the week included the science… July 2, 2017
Lightner Creek Fire evacuees begin to return home Returns done in two stages, depending on location July 1, 2017
Study: Outdoor recreation industry generates billions for Colorado Industry supports 229,000 jobs and $9.7 billion in wages June 30, 2017
Cortez council discusses long-range plans for city Board sets goals for business, water, internet and more June 30, 2017
Most evacuations remain in place for Lightner Creek Fire Fire stays at 20% containment Friday June 30, 2017
Drones increasingly interfere with aerial firefighting, official says Fire retardant uselessly discarded, planes grounded June 29, 2017
Firefighters cautiously optimistic about Lightner Creek Fire Evacuations, pre-evac notices remain in place June 29, 2017