National Invasive Species Awareness Week: What’s bugging Cortez and the Southwest
Non‑native species cause problems for deserts, forests, rivers and even your backyard
DATE: Mar 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
At Mancos Town Hall, conversations about ICE dominate, but town leaders lack a concrete solution
With its population barely over 1,000, Mancos struggles to match the scope of its jurisdiction with its citizens’ desires
DATE: Mar 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
The Cortez April 7 election: ballot questions, explained
City Manager Drew Sanders presents details of the four ballot questions for the upcoming April election
DATE: Feb 27, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
‘It’s the only thing to do’: Cortez sales tax holiday faces questions but passes
Community members wondered how the pause would affect businesses and asked why overcollected taxes couldn’t fund city projects
DATE: Feb 25, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Cortez announces information sessions for ballot questions
Cortez encourages voters to attend a ‘Ballot Question Breakdown’ while the League of Women Voters prepares for a City Council candidate forum
DATE: Feb 24, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Update: Montezuma Sheriff’s Office identifies suspect in burglary investigation
Community tips help Sheriff’s Office identify the vehicle involved and a suspect; public still encouraged to look out for stolen items
DATE: Feb 23, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Mancos-based photographer exposes ‘Inner Light’ in new book
Brian Killigrew’s new coffee table book traverses harrowing journeys and artistic discoveries
DATE: Feb 20, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Cortez Mayor Rachel Medina prepares to say goodbye
Medina can’t entirely tear herself away from city government, but she’ll try
DATE: Feb 20, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Update: Biggest snowstorm of the season hits Southwest Colorado
Heavy snow and high winds heighten avalanche risk; schools close
DATE: Feb 20, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Cortez officials call attention to inactive voters as April election approaches
City officials encourage residents to register or update their voter information
DATE: Feb 17, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Montezuma museum focuses on preserving history in Colorado’s 150th year of statehood
Initiatives by the museum bring attention to the county’s history this year
DATE: Feb 17, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
2026 Cattlewoman and Stockman of the Year reflect Montezuma ranching legacy
Ranching tradition alive and well at lively Southwestern Colorado Livestock Association’s annual banquet
DATE: Feb 15, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
