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Planning director Carver resigns

Director known for organizational skills, dedication to public

DATE: May 29, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Council members weigh in on marijuana issue

In April, the Cortez Journal asked each city council member a three-part question regarding the city’s prohibition on recreational marijuana sales. Only two municipal leaders responded indep...

DATE: May 28, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

City extends marijuana ban till 2015

Council schedules public hearing for June 10

DATE: May 28, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

What all is on the Surface?

NEW YORK – To appreciate Microsoft’s latest tablet computer, you need to accept the notion that one device can do it all. The Surface Pro 3 works as a tablet when you want to watc...

DATE: May 27, 2014 | CATEGORY: Business

Tumbleweed invasion

Irrigation crews step up efforts as pests clog canals

DATE: May 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

How healthy is the Animas River?

It depends on how far downstream you go

DATE: May 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

The dusting of snow

Center documents alarming trend in early snowmelt

DATE: May 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hit-and-run sentences vary for offenders

Many drivers who collide with people avoid prison

DATE: May 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Care and Share program starting in Dove Creek

Summer is an important time for kids’ and teens’ academic and physical well-being. But without access to regular nutritious meals, they can suffer long-term consequences, both academically a...

DATE: May 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Livestock Association scholarships

DATE: May 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Resources are available locally

Two local agencies offer help for families and individuals. Montezuma County Hospice bereavement coordinator Sunny Bossenmaier said the support group, in its third year, tries to ...

DATE: May 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

District highlights staff members

The Montezuma-Cortez School District Re-1 recognized outstanding staff members Thursday morning at a district meeting. For the first time, the district gave away educator and emp...

DATE: May 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Education