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Local News

KKV Development proposes 12 rental and for-sale homes for downtown Dolores

Residents raise concerns over scale of proposed three-story build near Third Street, Riverside

May 8, 2026

Regional News

Fuel spill from train-truck collision highlights dangers of moving oil by rail

No passenger injuries were reported

May 7, 2026

Education

Dolores Theater Troupe to stage ‘Alice in Wonderland’ this week

The cast and crew have been preparing since February

May 7, 2026

Local News

Four Corners beekeepers enter spring with optimism despite challenges

Springtime brings out beekeepers working to sustain their hives in a difficult climate

May 7, 2026

Local News

Cortez businesses tagged in graffiti spree late Tuesday night

Cortez Police Department is searching for suspects

May 6, 2026

Education

Mancos High School inducts 14 students into National Honor Society

Chapter bids farewell to 10 seniors

May 6, 2026

Local News

The search continues for Towaoc man missing for a year

Conrad Silas went missing in April 2025

May 6, 2026

Local News

Freeze watch issued for Southwest Colorado Wednesday night

Forecaster says unusually warm spring prompted earlier freeze alerts

May 5, 2026

Local News

GOP candidates for Montezuma County commissioner square off in debate

Republicans discuss taxes, land use and government openness

May 5, 2026

Local News

Montezuma County cleanup days target blight, wildfire risk

Landfill tipping fees to be waived during two-day community cleanup effort

May 5, 2026

Sports

Panthers senior Camryn Oliver leading M-CHS soccer with stingy defense

M-CHS celebrates lone senior’s pivotal role in Panthers success shutting down opposition

May 5, 2026

Local News

First responder students simulate real-world tragedies at Pueblo Community College

Law enforcement, nursing and paramedic students prepare for graduation with a large-scale simulation

May 5, 2026

Sports

Starting cannon set to ignite 20th anniversary for 12 Hours of Mesa Verde

Nonprofit race nearing $1 million in charitable donations to youth organizations

May 4, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: What’s happening in the Cortez area

Vince Golio hangs out with his great Dane, Fred, while waiting his turn in the judges ring at the Durango…

May 4, 2026

Local News

Southwest Health celebrates Hospital Week with annual 5K, community picnic

Officials will present annual report during May 10-16 celebration

May 4, 2026

Local News

Construction at Cortez Municipal Airport will close runways overnight

Project will aid water drainage efficiency and improve the durability of airfield

May 4, 2026

Local News

Dolores Library Board orders workplace review amid complaints

Tense meeting highlights ongoing conflict within library leadership

May 4, 2026

Sports

Steady rounds lift M-CHS golf to runner-up in Panther Invitational

Senior Amita Crowley takes medalist honors, classmate Afton Unrein finishes fourth

May 4, 2026

Sports

Tomac finishes third, one point separates Roczen and Lawrence as final nears

The final round of the 2026 Supercross season will take place this weekend

May 4, 2026

For the record

Police blotter

Wednesday, April 29

May 4, 2026

Local News

Republican Montezuma County Commissioner debate rescheduled for Monday

Three commissioner candidates to debate at 6 p.m. after last-minute cancellation

May 3, 2026

Local News

Hearing set in Montezuma County judge Ian MacLaren misconduct case

Panel sets August trial dates in case seeking judge’s removal

May 2, 2026

Local News

Cortez City Council hears water supply report in the midst of severe drought

Dolores Water Conservancy District General Manager Ken Curtis discusses municipal and agricultural consequences at Tuesday’s City Council meeting

May 1, 2026

Lessons from the Sandbox

When conflict turns into avoidance

Ron Price Editor’s note: This is the fourth segment of a five-column series. Life is all about relationships. That may…

May 1, 2026