Cortez - The Journal

Colorado Association of School Executives honor MCHS principal as Rookie of the Year

Award acknowledges leadership, creativity and early results

DATE: Jun 4, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education

Cortez man sentenced to three years in DOC for menacing police officers

Shane French was found guilty on six counts

DATE: Jun 4, 2026 | CATEGORY: Courts and Crime

Montezuma-Cortez High School grad appointed to Naval Academy

Others graduates receive honors, scholarships

DATE: Jun 3, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education

Tomac crashes, Deegan and Jett Lawrence battle in ‘most anticipated opener’ for Motocross

Hunter Lawrence claimed the first win of the 2026 season

DATE: Jun 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Sports

Police blotter

Wednesday, May 20 7:55 a.m.: An officer responded to the area of 800 E. Main St., and contacted a man walking westbound. He was arrested on suspicion of a warrant. 26000892 1:52 p.m.: An of...

DATE: May 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: For the record

Cortez finance and tourism directors cautiously optimistic

City benefiting from domestic visitors and growing development; inflation and low consumer confidence remain concerns

DATE: May 29, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Free family wellness program comes to Cortez in June

Six-week course for teens and parents focuses on cooking, stress management

DATE: May 28, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez City Council proclaims June Pride Month amid disagreement

Two councilors voted ‘no’ after lengthy debate

DATE: May 28, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez recognized for excellence in financial transparency

Recognition comes after 2016 embezzlement, delinquent audits

DATE: May 26, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma-Cortez school board tables salary decision, requests audit of pay structure

District also outlines elementary restructuring initiative

DATE: May 25, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education

Turquoise Raven Art Gallery in Cortez seeks submissions for rock music-themed exhibit

Exhibit to be held in June

DATE: May 24, 2026 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

M-CHS graduates urged to embrace their journey at commencement

Seventh grade teacher delivers moving address to students

DATE: May 24, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education