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Bailey Duran
Position: Special to The Journal

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

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