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

‘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

U-Haul truck sharing now available at Mancos Valley Laundry

Mancos Valley Laundry is serving as the dealer for Montezuma County

CDOT to repair guardrails on U.S. 160 east of Cortez today

Traffic delays expected between Cortez and Mancos

Southwest Health System welcomes back Dr. Kameo Smith and introduces Dr. Nathan Clyde

Smith is a primary care provider; Clyde is a podiatric medicine specialist

Streetscapes Art Park prepares to launch with LOR Foundation grant

The project is tentatively set to be finished in the fall

‘Sky’s the Limit:’ Cortez Water Dragons to host Seasonal State swim meet in August

The team hopes to see members of the community attend

Cortez Rendezvous Balloon Rally to light up the skies for 21st year

The Balloon Glow will be held on Friday, Aug. 1

Sunflower Shorts to present weekend of talent in August

One of the new shorts was created by the 2025 MCHS Student of the Year

Cortez City Council approves historic designation for Manaugh Elementary School

The former school is being considered for affordable housing for teachers

Police blotter

Wednesday, July 16 10:30 a.m.: An officer responded to Southwest Memorial Hospital, 1311 N. Mildred Road, to arrest a man on a warrant. 25001389 6:08 p.m.: An officer responded to Southwest...

Lighthouse Christian Academy will mark 30th anniversary with new school year

There are still openings for registration in kindergarten and fifth through 12th grades