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Lawmakers OK bill allowing counties to increase lodgers tax

Legislation could pave way for La Plata County ballot question this year

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Weekend showers to give way to tranquil weather in Montezuma County

Rain, snow expected in Cortez; San Juan Mountains could receive accumulation

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Meet Veryl Rosenbaum: The woman behind a pacemaker inventor

‘It’s quite a story when you think about it, but not when you’re living it’

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sheriff’s blotter

Monday, March 25 10:28 a.m. A man was transported to the Montezuma County Detention Center, 730 E. Driscoll St., and served two warrants for failure to appear. He was booked into jail. #...

DATE: Apr 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rep. Leger-Fernandez visits Farmington

Late Tuesday afternoon of April 15, Rep. Teresa Leger-Fernandez briefly addressed a modest crowd at Farmington's Sycamore Center. She reported to her constituents on several relevant topics ...

DATE: Apr 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dove Creek drops hard-fought pair to Bobcats

Bulldogs’ midpoint leads fade in 14-10, 10-8 losses to Bobcats

DATE: Apr 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Housing Authority of Montezuma County fills positions

Two started on Tuesday, and another will start next week

DATE: Apr 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez Journal reporter earns first place award for in-depth report on loss of weed program

Cameryn Cass examined documents and budgets, interviewed officials and residents for report about the demise of the once-envied program

DATE: Apr 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

When there’s an emergency, call 911 – not the Cortez Fire Protection District

Whether it be a fire or car crash, in an emergency, always call 911

DATE: Apr 15, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores school board OKs Alesa Reed superintendent contract

Board also discusses building project

DATE: Apr 15, 2025 | CATEGORY: Education

Montezuma-Cortez High School senior earns prestigious Daniels Scholarship

Nearly 4,000 students applied for it

DATE: Apr 15, 2025 | CATEGORY: Education

Where to look for eggs this Easter in Montezuma County

The bunny will make appearances in Cortez, Mancos and Dolores

DATE: Apr 15, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News