Montezuma County

Monster trucks coming to Cortez this weekend for two nights of racing

At the fairgrounds, Team Throttle Monster events return; Teen driver rivals father one year after her monster truck debut

June 19, 2026

Local News

Reports involve bears lingering in towns, parks, other public spaces, CPW says

A bear relocated from Mancos on Wednesday; officers remind public to secure attractants

June 18, 2026

Education

Dolores agriculture teacher named National FFA Teacher Ambassador for second year

Alison Brown has been teaching in Dolores four years

June 17, 2026

Local News

Structure fire near Montezuma County Road N contained

Two residents escaped unharmed, but home declared a loss

June 17, 2026

Local News

Dolores Library Board fires executive director after workplace review

Board president cites workplace assessment findings; results have not been publicly released

June 17, 2026

Local News

Clearnetworx begins fiber network construction in Mancos

The project is set to be completed this month

June 16, 2026

Local News

Behind rodeo opener: Veterans carry America’s flag into Montezuma County arena

Meticulous preparation, spot-on timing and a dose of patriotism make for a dazzling display

June 16, 2026

Local News

Sold-out crowd caps off Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo

Three-day event awards more than $91,000 to competitors

June 15, 2026

Sports

Jett Lawrence remains on top for Motocross Round 3 at Thunder Valley

Cortez’s Eli Tomac has not returned to racing following Round 1 crash

June 15, 2026

Community

Southwest Health System in Cortez named to Becker’s 2026 list of 100 Great Community Hospitals

Yearly selection features rural hospitals through nominations and data

June 14, 2026

Local News

Update: Sunflower Theatre cancels screening revisiting Fred Martinez’s life and legacy 25 years later

Showing of documentary ‘Two Spirits’ canceled Tuesday upon a family member’s request

June 12, 2026

Education

Ag Valley Co-op announces college senior from Dolores as one of its interns

Internship is being held in Nebraska

June 11, 2026

Local News

Montezuma County emergency manager cautions fire danger for several days

Officials contemplate emergency planning in case major fire

June 11, 2026

For the record

Sheriff’s blotter

Montezuma sheriff badge Tuesday, May 12 9:38 a.m.: A deputy responded to the Montezuma County Combined Courts, 865 N. Park…

June 10, 2026

Education

Cortez Middle School teacher Lissa Lycan named Colorado Teacher of the Year semifinalist

Lycan is an English language arts teacher

June 9, 2026

Local News

Heading to the rodeo in Montezuma County? Here’s the weekend rundown

Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo weekend expects thousands

June 9, 2026

Education

Onward! Foundation awards $137,700 in scholarships to Montezuma, Dolores County graduates

Recipients were awarded from a group of 15 scholarships

June 7, 2026

Local News

Dolores River Fest honors the river with music under the sun

In its 21st year, the festival brings crowd to Joe Rowell Park with eight bands

June 7, 2026

Local News

Montezuma County ballots mail out next week ahead of June 30 primary

Candidates seek party validation in local, state and federal races

June 5, 2026

For the record

Sheriff’s blotter

Montezuma sheriff badge Monday, May 11 2:53 p.m.: A deputy responded to the 11700 block of Road 24.4 for a…

June 4, 2026

Education

Colorado Association of School Executives honor M-CHS principal as Rookie of the Year

Award acknowledges leadership, creativity and early results

June 4, 2026

Courts and Crime

Cortez man sentenced to three years in DOC for menacing police officers

Shane French was found guilty on six counts

June 4, 2026

Education

Montezuma-Cortez High School grad appointed to Naval Academy

Others graduates receive honors, scholarships

June 3, 2026

Local News

Republican candidates to meet Wednesday ahead of primary

Forum will feature county clerk and commissioner candidates before June voting

June 2, 2026