Author - The Journal
Anna Watson
Position: Journal Staff Writer

Update: Ferris Fire northwest of Dolores reaches 10% containment Thursday

‘Super Scooper’ aircraft to join operations Friday

Montezuma County Republicans nominate Cox for commissioner, Frizzell for county clerk

Unofficial final primary results reported Wednesday evening

July Fourth calendar for the Four Corners, including Durango, Cortez, Silverton and Farmington

Fireworks, concerts, festivals and family games happening across region

Wildfire crews prioritize structure protection on Ferris Fire as weather improves

Blaze had grown to 25,814 acres as of Wednesday night, with zero containment

Fourth of July celebrations to fill Four Corners with parades, music and fireworks

Communities to mark America’s 250th with festivals, family activities

Update: Cox continues to lead commissioner race; Frizzell remains ahead for clerk

Counting resumed Wednesday morning after a late-evening tally

Crews work to protect property from Ferris Fire as high winds threaten air operations

Facing days of red flag warnings, firefighters across the nation work to contain the blaze

Montezuma County primary turnout surges on Election Day

Clerk expects this week’s returns to account for most ballots cast

Reduced wind allows for productive day fighting Ferris Fire from the air

Blaze expands to 15,888 acres; evacuations remain in effect

Bond lowered to $175K for man accused in Montezuma County drug trafficking case

Preliminary hearing postponed until August as defense reviews discovery

Colorado wildlife crossings now have dedicated funding

Bill designates optional DMV fee; U.S. 160 Mesa Verde project in works for 2030s

Mesa Verde attendance rises in May amid flurry of 120th anniversary festivities

Park officials announce summer lineup to celebrate Indigenous history, including three free days