Cortez - The Journal

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

New clinic Ramage Performance Therapy emphasizes personalized care

Clinic caters to a variety of needs, from athletes to the elderly

DATE: Jul 31, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Shane French preliminary hearing rescheduled after refusal to appear from jail

French was arrested on suspicion of menacing with a deadly weapon and other charges

DATE: Jul 30, 2025 | CATEGORY: Courts and Crime

Cortez skatepark to undergo temporary closure in August for repairs

The repairs are set to start on Aug. 11

DATE: Jul 30, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Trial date set for Cody Mallett in Shiloh’s wall crash case

Mallett pleaded not guilty during his plea hearing

DATE: Jul 30, 2025 | CATEGORY: Courts and Crime

‘Four Corners Voices’ anthology wins 2025 Colorado Book Award

Anthology was created by over 40 writers in the region

DATE: Jul 30, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

CDOT to repair guardrails on U.S. 160 east of Cortez today

Traffic delays expected between Cortez and Mancos

DATE: Jul 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

The stars behind the Montezuma County Fair

Families set up pens, exhibits for the Montezuma County Fair

DATE: Jul 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Health System welcomes back Dr. Kameo Smith and introduces Dr. Nathan Clyde

Smith is a primary care provider; Clyde is a podiatric medicine specialist

DATE: Jul 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Streetscapes Art Park prepares to launch with LOR Foundation grant

The project is tentatively set to be finished in the fall

DATE: Jul 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

‘Sky’s the Limit:’ Cortez Water Dragons to host Seasonal State swim meet in August

The team hopes to see members of the community attend

DATE: Jul 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: Sports