Cortez - The Journal

Family donates historic paintings to Montezuma Heritage Museum

The artwork was painted by Richard Ellis Wagner

DATE: Aug 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Montezuma-Cortez school district requests board nominations for election

Seats are open for election in Districts B, D, E and F. Districts A and C are vacant

DATE: Aug 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Education

City shares information on 2026 Musician Changemaker Accelerator Academy

The academy invited applicants from all over the U.S. and Canada

DATE: Aug 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma County farmers eligible for USDA emergency loans

Few farmers have taken advantage of the decade-long program

DATE: Aug 5, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sunflower Theatre hosts night of films to support horses and heroes

Proceeds will benefit veterans and mustangs

DATE: Aug 5, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Health System bolsters cardiology services in Cortez

Upgraded services come after a collaboration with Montrose Regional Health

DATE: Aug 5, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Balloon Glow draws community to hear stories of pilots and see balloons

Pilots shared their passion for ballooning with members of the community at the glow

DATE: Aug 5, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Women-owned businesses are a vital part of Cortez: Get to know four of them

These businesses on and near Main Street are creating a vibrant culture

DATE: Aug 4, 2025 | CATEGORY: Women in Business

Taylor Garner named Master Showman at last day of the Montezuma County Fair

CeJae Snyder receives the Reserve Champion award in the Master Showman class

DATE: Aug 4, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Friday at the Montezuma County Fair: Family fun and prizewinning swine and sheep

Pigs and sheep close out the animal side of the county fair before Saturday’s sale

DATE: Aug 2, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Detective Tom Quinnett set to retire after 30 years in Montezuma County law enforcement

Police officer Quinnett first served with the Sheriff’s Office

DATE: Aug 1, 2025 | CATEGORY: Courts and Crime

Police blotter

Thursday, July 24 10:56 a.m.: An officer responded to West Montezuma Avenue and North Park Street for a reported fight. An underage female, who was suspected of being intoxicated, punched a ...

DATE: Aug 1, 2025 | CATEGORY: For the record