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Dove Creek Elementary School grand opening set for early August

School was built after the district was awarded BEST grant

DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Education

Hundreds of ballots never reached voters in Dolores County; race may be decided by three votes

Colorado election official says county clerk appeared to be aware of problem, but did not report it

DATE: Jul 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Residents push Montezuma-Cortez board about need for athletic trainer

Position reportedly was eliminated in early summer

DATE: Jul 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Education

U.S. Highway 550 connection finally opens in Durango

Some motorists pleased, others dismissive of roundabouts

DATE: Jul 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Habitat for Humanity looks for volunteers, applicants to new positions

The Habitat’s ReStore needs more staffing

DATE: Jul 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

The dog days of summer drag. Summer learning programs can help

Programs that keep students in routine during summer vacation can minimize knowledge lost and propel them into a successful school year

DATE: Jul 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Billy Goat Saloon, an iconic watering hole near Bayfield, plans to close Aug. 11

Establishment cites rising insurance costs, trademark litigation as reasons

DATE: Jul 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dove Creek church to host Annual Ladies Day, 1950s costume contest

A guest speaker, special music, and a luncheon will be featured

DATE: Jul 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

‘Manic’ weather for Southwest Colorado in June leaves uncertainty

July is dry, but Montezuma County hasn’t hit drought levels

DATE: Jul 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

New computers in Cortez squad cars will keep officers in the field longer, chief says

Project aims to improve response times and discourage criminal activity

DATE: Jul 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma Republicans provide information, field questions about GOP candidates

The organization makes fact sheets, supports local Republican candidates

DATE: Jul 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Leaders in Cortez area speak out about Trump shooting

‘This discontent on both sides has got to be idled back’

DATE: Jul 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News