Lewis-Arriola Elementary earns John Irwin School of Excellence Award
The school received the award after achieving an “Exceeds Expectations” rating
DATE: Apr 2, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education
Sheriff’s blotter
Tuesday, March 3
1:21 p.m.: A deputy responded to Reflection In Metal, 11524 U.S. Highway 491, Cortez, for a report of theft. Someone broke into a warehouse on the north side of the property...
DATE: Apr 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: For the record
Cortez esports team builds early success in first season
Team is ranked 41st in the state
DATE: Apr 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Sports
Southwest Colorado Cycling Association to host spring trails update meet and greet ‘Tumag’
The group was also named 2025 Lessee of the Year by Colorado State Land Board
DATE: Mar 31, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Eight Cortez teachers nominated for 2027 Colorado Teacher of the Year
Nominations closed March 20
DATE: Mar 31, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education
Cortez will host free Navy Brass Band concert to celebrate 250th anniversary of U.S.
The city of Cortez will host the U.S. Navy Band Southwest Brass Band from San Diego for a free concert in Montezuma Park April 23 at 6 p.m.
The performance is part of the band’s Colorado tou...
DATE: Mar 31, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News
Montezuma County man pleads guilty to attempted sexual assault, second-degree assault
His sentencing will be held June 15
DATE: Mar 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Courts and Crime
Southwest Artists League to host silent art auction to benefit Dolores Knowledge Bowl team
The event will include chili bowls and drinks
DATE: Mar 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education
Taos artist to debut dreamlike paintings, monotypes at Sundog Gallery
Randall LaGro’s exhibition will open May 1
DATE: Mar 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment
Eli Tomac reclaims points lead after fifth-place finish in Detroit
Tomac now leads by four points
DATE: Mar 29, 2026 | CATEGORY: Sports
Sheriff’s blotter
Thursday, March 5
5:26 a.m.: A deputy responded to the 36000 block of Road P. 8 in Mancos for suspicious activity. A station wagon registered to a juvenile was found atop a damaged wooden fe...
DATE: Mar 27, 2026 | CATEGORY: For the record
Southwest Colorado women singer-songwriters invited to audition for Amplified Season 3
The showcase spotlights local and regional female musicians
DATE: Mar 27, 2026 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment
