Dolores County

Montezuma and Dolores County feral cat program stretched thin during ‘kitten season’

Kittens keep popping up despite decades-long spaying and neutering efforts

DATE: Jul 9, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Ferris Fire northwest of Dolores grows to nearly 51,622 acres

Blaze was 22% contained following Monday’s mitigation efforts

DATE: Jul 6, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Operations team grows for Ferris Fire as it spreads

Because of the fire’s size/logistics, a complex incident management team has been ordered

DATE: Jul 4, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Ferris Fire crosses Dolores River Canyon, prompting additional evacuations

Residents can go to Pleasant View Fire Department to seek shelter

DATE: Jul 3, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wildfire crews prioritize structure protection on Ferris Fire as weather improves

Blaze had grown to 25,814 acres as of Wednesday night, with zero containment

DATE: Jul 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

While firefighters battle Ferris Fire, San Juan National Forest enacts Stage 2 fire restrictions

These restrictions will come into effect on Wednesday

DATE: Jul 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado Horse Rescue’s free tool helps speed horse evacuations amid wildfires

Drivers and horse owners can register for the service online

DATE: Jun 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Crews work to protect property from Ferris Fire as high winds threaten air operations

Facing days of red flag warnings, firefighters across the nation work to contain the blaze

DATE: Jun 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

‘Open to our heroes’: Mountain Range Fitness in Cortez offers free access to firefighters

Gym opening doors to crews battling blazes locally

DATE: Jun 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Salvation Army seeks volunteers for school backpack giveaway in Cortez

The backpacks and supplies will be given to children in need before the start of school

DATE: Jun 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education

Reduced wind allows for productive day fighting Ferris Fire from the air

Blaze expands to 15,888 acres; evacuations remain in effect

DATE: Jun 29, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Ferris Fire grows to 10,000 acres, evacuations expanded to include private lands

Blaze northeast of Pleasant View was zero percent contained as of Sunday afternoon

DATE: Jun 28, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

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