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

Cyclist injured in Cortez collision; crash reemphasizes importance of driving safety

The man was reportedly hit in the bike lane while cycling in May

Piñon Project’s Fatherhood Program empowers dads in Cortez

Program aims to help strengthen families in the county

City seeks input on pedestrian, cyclist safety near Mesa Elementary

Feedback would guide street and sidewalk improvements

July’s Collector Car Appreciation Day to be celebrated in Cortez

Over the Hill Gang in Cortez will do a cruise to mark the occasion

New Les Schwab Tire Center opens in Cortez with community celebration

The new business donated tires to the Tires for Purpose program

Dolores school board chooses exterior finish for new high school, discusses raises

New School’s projected turnover date is December 2026

Four Corners Indigenous Art Market returns to Dolores with rich cultural program

The event is set to take place at the end of June

Police blotter

Thursday, June 12 8:06 a.m. An officer arrested a man on a warrant at Blondie’s Trophy Room, 45 E. Main St. 2:08 p.m. A man was served a warrant at the Montezuma County Detention Center, 73...

Mancos Brewing welcomes Alex Blocker for live performance

Blocker is a violinist who has performed with globally known acts

Montezuma-Cortez High School expands offerings for 2025 and beyond

Some changes include the launch of additional pathways

Mesa Elementary principal to become athletic director

A new principal has already been hired to replace Robert Laymon

Dolores school district breaks ground for new high school

The new high school is slated to be completed by the summer of 2027