Cortez - The Journal

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

One point separates Lawrence brothers for championship after Motocross races at Budds Creek

The final weekend of racing for the 2026 season takes place on Saturday

DATE: Aug 25, 2026 | CATEGORY: Sports

Trump’s pick to lead U.S. Food and Drug Administration has roots in the Four Corners

Friends and family share thoughts about Heidi Overton

DATE: Aug 25, 2026 | CATEGORY: Tri-Cities