Cortez - The Journal

Second annual Four Corners Studio Tour in Cortez opens local artists’ workspaces to public

There are 21 participating creatives this year

DATE: Sep 3, 2026 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Montezuma commissioner candidates Cox, Busic to meet in first forum Sept. 10

Republican Women of Montezuma County to host public luncheon and forum at Baymont in Cortez

DATE: Sep 2, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

More than 400 butterflies set free in symbolic memorial at Boyle Park in Mancos

Hosted by PASCO-Southwest Health Care on Saturday, insects released to memorialize the dead

DATE: Sep 2, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Water service set to be shut off on South Cedar Street in Cortez Wednesday

City urges residents to store water ahead of time

DATE: Sep 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hunter Lawrence crowned 450 Motocross champ after intense day of racing

Racer beat last year’s champion, his brother, by two points

DATE: Sep 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Sports

Eli Tomac announces retirement after SMX playoffs

Racer has competed in 17 professional seasons

DATE: Sep 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Sports

Police blotter

Wednesday, Aug. 19 12:16 p.m.: An officer responded to the intersection of East Main and Edith streets for a vehicle collision. The female driver of one of the vehicles allegedly showed sign...

DATE: Aug 31, 2026 | CATEGORY: For the record

New office building planned for vacant lot in downtown Cortez

City Council approves site plan; Edward Jones corporate firm proposed as main tenant

DATE: Aug 29, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sexual Assault Services Organization expands to Montezuma and Dolores counties

SASO was receiving calls in La Plata County from Montezuma County residents needing help navigating trauma

DATE: Aug 28, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Third annual memorial butterfly release set for Boyle Park in Mancos

480 butterflies will be released by participants

DATE: Aug 27, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Artists League to showcase work in September

Exhibition to showcase multimedia, collage pieces, and watercolor, oil and acrylic paintings

DATE: Aug 26, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Downtown Cortez to host sixth annual Play Music on the Porch Day

The event will take place all across Main Street

DATE: Aug 26, 2026 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment