While most of the political debate is tied to how much government is the right amount of government, the role government plays in shaping the playing field ought to receive more attention than it does...

The city of Cortez Planning and Zoning Commission recently heard a proposal by the Children’s Kiva Montessori School to create both temporary and permanent changes to the zoned parking on N. Beech and...

I grew up in Cortez with an avid outdoorsman as a father. I love living in this area for the great outdoor recreation. A while back there was some talk about opening up Sage Hen for camping. Last week...

Youth Service America, through support from Disney ABC Television Group, will award Summer of Creativity Grants to youths who have ideas and projects that benefit their community. Youth a...

For The Cortez Journal Robin Hood takes the stage in Hampstead Stage’s adaptation of the classic English folktale, on Wednesday, July 1 at 2 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library. ...

For The Cortez Journal The Hisatsinom Chapter of the Colorado Archaeology Society presents James Davenport on Tuesday, July 7 at 7 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 515 Park St., Cortez, to dis...

For The Cortez Journal On Saturday, July 11, nationally known comedian Josh Blue will return to Cortez to perform in Parque de Vida. The Carl Johnson Trio will perform, followed by comedien...

For The Cortez Journal Former Cortez resident artist Tom Kenyon continues his “Dreams of Speed” series with “Dreams of Speed … Supercharged!” Mr. Kenyon creates replica race cars...

For The Cortez Journal The San Juan National Forest Dolores Ranger District will hold a public meeting on the spruce beetle infestation, other insect and disease threats to high-elevation f...

She was dying as she took her place on the wooden wagon. Wrapped in quilts and an oil cloth against the cold pelting rain, her relatives spoke urgently, encouraging the team of horses. But it was no u...