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Solo trail runner’s death on Mount Sneffels prompts safety reminder from rescuers

The Ouray Mountain Rescue Team located the 32-year-old runner’s body near the 14,155-foot summit, after hikers reported finding his body

June 19, 2026

Local News

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

Regional News

Three Coloradan motorcyclists killed in an Idaho crash with a Colorado Springs driver

A Larimer County sheriff and deputy were identified as victims

June 18, 2026

Local News

Southwest Colorado attorney selected as Durango municipal judge

Candidate will replace Matt Margeson

June 18, 2026

Local News

Dolores Fire Protection District advertises open house, seeks volunteers

Department asks residents to lend support

June 18, 2026

Regional News

How a record and tinned-fish store has survived for three years in Del Norte

Hint: it’s not through record or fish sales

June 17, 2026

Local News

Cortez invites public comments on 7th St. housing project

Evergreen Real Estate Group to present initial plans during open house

June 17, 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

‘The best tax is one that somebody else pays’: Cortez, Montezuma County consider lodgers tax increases

Separate November ballot initiatives propose higher taxes on hotel, vacation rental guests

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

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: What’s happening in the Cortez area

Veryl Goodnight hugs her burro named Donkey during Mancos BurroFest in 2022 in Mancos. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file) CORTEZ Thursday,…

June 17, 2026

Sports

Ute Mountain, Basin Rodeo Teams sending seven athletes to national championships

Area youth rodeo teams building the next generation for the sport

June 16, 2026

Local News

Clearnetworx begins fiber network construction in Mancos

The project is set to be completed this month

June 16, 2026

Local News

Mercy Hospital president to leave role

‘New opportunity’ cited as reason for departure

June 16, 2026

Local News

Food pantries in Southwest Colorado to receive farm fresh produce

Mancos operation will contribute carrots, potatoes, onions, lettuce, squash, cucumbers, tomatoes and more

June 16, 2026

Local News

Cortez City Council approves building plans despite neighbors’ dismay

Rolling Road residents have advocated against construction of a large metal garage

June 16, 2026

Regional News

Colorado man dies while hiking Mount Sneffels near Ouray

Investigators believe the 32-year-old victim died June 10

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

CO150 film festival screens in Cortez, Mancos

Colorado’s landscape and history are main features of films shown at the Sunflower Theatre, Mancos Opera House and more

June 15, 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

For the record

Police blotter

Journal/Sam Green Cortez Police Department badge Thursday, June 4 4:34 p.m.: An officer responded to 815 S. Chestnut St. in…

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