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

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

Detective Tom Quinnett set to retire after 30 years in Montezuma County law enforcement

Police officer Quinnett first served with the Sheriff’s Office

Police blotter

Thursday, July 24 10:56 a.m.: An officer responded to West Montezuma Avenue and North Park Street for a reported fight. An underage female, who was suspected of being intoxicated, punched a ...

New clinic Ramage Performance Therapy emphasizes personalized care

Clinic caters to a variety of needs, from athletes to the elderly

Shane French preliminary hearing rescheduled after refusal to appear from jail

French was arrested on suspicion of menacing with a deadly weapon and other charges

Cortez skatepark to undergo temporary closure in August for repairs

The repairs are set to start on Aug. 11

Trial date set for Cody Mallett in Shiloh’s wall crash case

Mallett pleaded not guilty during his plea hearing

‘Four Corners Voices’ anthology wins 2025 Colorado Book Award

Anthology was created by over 40 writers in the region

‘Not on Our Watch:’ Trafficking team and task force to host child protection event in Dolores

The event is designed to help prevent child exploitation in the county