Author - The Journal
Bailey Duran
Position: Special to The Journal

Hunter Lawrence wins first overall victory, Eli Tomac places third

The Round 9 races were full of twists and surprises

Police blotter

Thursday, July 31 10:19 a.m.: An officer responded to City Market, 508 E. Main St., for reported shoplifting. A man and woman were found with alleged stolen Modelo beers in an alley behind O...

Cortez Water Dragons shine at 2025 Seasonal State Swim Meet

The meet was held at the Cortez Outdoor Pool from Friday-Sunday

Family donates historic paintings to Montezuma Heritage Museum

The artwork was painted by Richard Ellis Wagner

Montezuma-Cortez school district requests board nominations for election

Seats are open for election in Districts B, D, E and F. Districts A and C are vacant

City shares information on 2026 Musician Changemaker Accelerator Academy

The academy invited applicants from all over the U.S. and Canada

Update: Stoner Mesa Fire continues to grow, cause of fire confirmed

Smoke is predicted to be the biggest impact to nearby communities

Southwest Health System bolsters cardiology services in Cortez

Upgraded services come after a collaboration with Montrose Regional Health

Balloon Glow draws community to hear stories of pilots and see balloons

Pilots shared their passion for ballooning with members of the community at the glow

Women-owned businesses are a vital part of Cortez: Get to know four of them

These businesses on and near Main Street are creating a vibrant culture

Taylor Garner named Master Showman at last day of the Montezuma County Fair

CeJae Snyder receives the Reserve Champion award in the Master Showman class

Friday at the Montezuma County Fair: Family fun and prizewinning swine and sheep

Pigs and sheep close out the animal side of the county fair before Saturday’s sale