Montezuma-Cortez narcotics team seizes $13 million in drugs in 2025 Operation Wild Mustang, a major investigation, concluded this summer January 10, 2026
Mancos Public Library announces free, upcoming January events for all ages The next event will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10 along with recurring programs January 10, 2026
Cortez Makerspace prepares to launch this month Organizers seek public input ahead of Jan. 24 grand opening January 9, 2026
Bulgarian to direct Board of Peace for Gaza The body of 11-year-old Palestinian girl Hamsa Hosou, killed by Israeli fire in Jabalia, is brought to Shifa Hospital in… January 9, 2026
Pope condemns nations’ use of force In major foreign policy address, Leo says violence undermines peace, legal order January 9, 2026
Polar jet stream brings 8 inches of snow in Farmington Farmington receives most snowfall in San Juan County January 9, 2026
City hosts session for potential City Council candidates as filing period begins Former, current city leaders shared experiences serving on council January 8, 2026
Cortez real estate firm joins ERA to expand technology and growth Regents Real Estate Group partners with ERA, a subsidiary of Anywhere Real Estate Inc. January 8, 2026
Dolores to host civic engagement summit as nomination window opens for town election Dolores summit encourages residents to step into civic roles January 8, 2026
Jury trial set in lawsuit over Kelroy Newman’s death at Montezuma County jail After years of motions, Newman’s jail-death civil trial set for February January 8, 2026
New PCC Southwest VP Lisa Molina highlights love of community and students Molina has worked for PCC since 2018 January 7, 2026
Rebecca Busic joins Montezuma County commissioner race Busic becomes fifth candidate to enter District 1 commissioner race January 7, 2026
Crowd lines Main Street for Indivisible rally in Cortez More than 175 people attended protest focused on Jan. 6 January 7, 2026
Aztec Lunch & Learn series spotlights modern dance history Lecture series explores pioneering women in dance and theatrical innovation January 6, 2026
Cortez Adventist Christian School to host International Food Fair fundraiser The public is invited to February event January 6, 2026
Mesa Verde Pellets launches eco-friendly aspen-based cat litter The pellets are reportedly safer than pine for animals January 6, 2026
Tribes stake their claim on the Colorado River, and help conserve it Tribes ‘flex their sovereignty,’ intend to develop water rights January 6, 2026
After years of planning, Nuchu Market opens in Towaoc New grocery aims to address food access, affordability and local sourcing January 6, 2026
Energy Fuels mill in Utah hits U.S. milestone for EV magnets High-quality dysprosium is uncommon outside China January 3, 2026
Four States Irrigation Council to hold 2026 annual meeting in Northglenn Meeting will Jan. 14-5 January 3, 2026
Montezuma County Sheriff’s Office to host annual awards The Montezuma-Cortez School District is hosting a family night in April. (Journal file photo)du1-i-syn The Montezuma County Sheriff’s Office will… January 3, 2026
Dave and Friends annual Polar Bear Plunge draws adventurous thrill-seekers Lake Farmington plunge was simply ‘exhilarating!’ January 2, 2026
Amid Telluride strike, nearby resorts salvage holiday ski vacations Patrollers say Telluride Ski and Golf has not reached out to resume negotiations; resort still making snow January 2, 2026