Jim Mimiaga
Position: Journal staff writer

Update: U.S. Highway 491 reopened after crash

Incident occurred in snowy conditions near Yellow Jacket

Update: Snow closes Mesa Verde National Park for second day in a row

Slide-offs occur throughout Montezuma County, sheriff says; Ute Mountain Ute government offices closed from weather

County denies housing development in rural area

Planned unit developments for commercial use can conflict with surrounding agricultural zoning

Cortez angler gets record back on tiger muskie

Hall defends her title in ongoing worldwide competition

Fashion workshop offered for Towaoc youths

Editor of Native Max Magazine will be instructor; event ends with fashion show

Christmas bird count is Saturday

National citizen science event surveys areas around Montezuma County

Heavy snow causes power outages in Montezuma County

Utility crews out repairing damaged Empire Electric lines; 800 customers without power

Heavy snow closes Mesa Verde National Park

Winter blast gives ski areas a boost; creates challenges for drivers on slushy roads

Avalanche warning issued for San Juan Mountains

Heavy snow on weak snowpack expected to raise avalanche danger; backcountry travel not recommended

Cortez Fire District to try out two chief system

Division of labor seen as more efficient and cooperative; board considers request for youth center

Police seek suspect in Towaoc

Man allegedly pointed a gun at a BIA officer, said Montezuma County Sheriff Steve Nowlin

Winter storm to hit San Juan Mountains

Pineapple Express could bring 12-18 inches above 8,000 feet; Cortez and Durango could see rain or 1-3 inches of snow