Cortez - The Journal

New Montezuma-Cortez District Accountability Committee takes shape

The parent members of the new DAC were selected by SAC representatives

DATE: Oct 13, 2025 | CATEGORY: Education

Police blotter

Wednesday, Oct. 1 9:22 a.m.: An officer responded to the Pinon Project, 210 E. Main St., for an assault. Two men allegedly fought. One was found to have three warrants, and he was arrested f...

DATE: Oct 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: For the record

Two suspects in Cortez slaying to appear in court in December

One man dies in beating in Veterans Park; two others injured

DATE: Oct 8, 2025 | CATEGORY: Courts and Crime

Southwest Memorial earns 5-star ratings for nurse communication, cleanliness

Animas Surgical Hospital in Durango also makes list

DATE: Oct 8, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

From seed to table to story: Everybody Eats highlights the spirit of sharing

Cortez Cultural Center’s monthlong fundraiser returns, celebrating local food

DATE: Oct 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Lamp Post Creative Learning Center prepares for upcoming ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ performances

The play will be held over the course of four days

DATE: Oct 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Montezuma-Cortez shows mixed results in academic ratings; some schools decline

The district overall declined from 51.2% in 2024 to 46.9%

DATE: Oct 6, 2025 | CATEGORY: Education

Cortez Municipal Airport closes runway for $8.6 million rehabilitation

Work will suspend runway operations through Oct. 24, continue in spring

DATE: Oct 6, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Cortez workshop geared to help residents start a business

Consulting sessions available after workshop

DATE: Oct 4, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Spark and Project Helping launch Kynd Kit volunteer events in Montezuma County

The program is seeking volunteers in Montezuma County

DATE: Oct 2, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Montezuma School to Farm plans final farm stand

Course teaches business of small-scale farming

DATE: Oct 2, 2025 | CATEGORY: Education

Cortez Rec Center launches Zumba and Strong Nation classes in October

‘Zumba 101’ will help build confidence for classes

DATE: Oct 1, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community