Cortez - The Journal

The legacy of Stanton Englehart: finding the ‘wee bit’ of magic in art and life

Late artist’s daughter, former students and inspired creators speak of his impact ahead of August exhibit

DATE: Aug 12, 2026 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Police blotter

Wednesday, July 29 2:40 p.m.: An officer responded to the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St., for a welfare check on a man lying outside. The man was arrested on a warrant. 26001465 4:2...

DATE: Aug 9, 2026 | CATEGORY: For the record

Montezuma-Cortez School District will ‘edit’ biblical content in new elementary reading curriculum

Superintendent says commitment is to Colorado Academic Standards and setting students up for success

DATE: Aug 9, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education

Cortez Makerspace opens $5,000 maker challenge for creatives in Four Corners region

There are three divisions available for entry

DATE: Aug 9, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Addiction resources grow in Cortez

Advocates celebrate the addition of a sober living home alongside expanded treatment options and recovery groups

DATE: Aug 9, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez Public Library hopes to expand digital collection with Hoopla

Platform offers ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, comics and movies

DATE: Aug 8, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

July rain helps drought in Cortez, though this year’s rainfall still below normal

Above-average rainfall for July, but Cortez received 3.54 inches in 2026 versus 6.20 inches normally

DATE: Aug 8, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez Parks and Recreation announces new annual Summer Send-Off celebration

Event will take place on same night as Cortez Balloon Rendezvous Glow

DATE: Aug 6, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Three projects to mark Montelores Coalition's first field season in Dolores, Montezuma counties

Group established in 2024 launches pilot restoration work

DATE: Aug 6, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hospice of Montezuma nurse earns associate degree, advances to registered nurse role

Cait Fish worked full time in farming and ranching before nursing

DATE: Aug 5, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez builds master plan for aging water infrastructure

Tens of millions of dollars needed over the next 20 years

DATE: Aug 5, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez moves to place lodgers tax on November ballot, invites public comment

Increased funds collected from visitors would go toward tourism marketing, economic development, infrastructure improvements, arts and culture

DATE: Aug 4, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News