Author - The Journal
Anna Watson
Position: Journal Staff Writer

Measles cases across the county increase to four

Two new cases confirmed; Wastewater detection signals recent infections

Two new officers sworn in to Cortez Police Department

Steven Lopez and Kilton Korthank join department after completing academy training

Cortez council to propose broad charter revisions to voters

Council must finalize revisions and pass ordinance before setting ballot question

Cortez to host City Council candidate information session

Officials to explain council role, election processes ahead of April vote

Cortez seeks legal guidance after overcollecting $2.8 million in recreation tax

Next steps: how to handle the excess funds

Daytime delays expected on U.S. 550 and Colorado 145

CDOT work requires heavy equipment

Finalists for top Cortez library job share vision at forum

Three candidates answered questions while highlighting goals and past experiences

Budget passes, but conflict continues at Dolores Library Board meeting

The board discussed evaluations and voted on term limits in the three-hour regular meeting

Dolores moves forward curbside trash and recycling option with Cortez

The proposed package for Dolores includes curbside trash pickup, free recycling, bulk trash removal

Dolores law enforcement contract for 2026 approved by town and county officials for full-time deputy

County, sheriff discuss cost accountability Monday before approval

Record number of families seeking help from Dolores Rotary Club Angel Tree

Rotary Club organizers ask for help – with over 60 gift tags still unclaimed

With SNAP under threat again, here’s a reminder of local food access

Legal battle over SNAP escalates between certain states, including Colorado, and Trump officials