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Free squash planting workshop to teach indigenous methods in Cortez

Good Sam’s Food Pantry to promote water resources and Indigenous knowledge in new gardening workshop

DATE: Jun 3, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

It’s not all about pay: Retaining Southwest Colorado’s workforce may mean adjusting to employee needs

‘Something’s not working, and yet we keep trying the same thing,’ business consultant says

DATE: Jun 3, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Polis to recognize KSUT executive director for creative leadership in Southwest Colorado

Tami Graham reflects on her work in public media and the arts

DATE: Jun 3, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores River Fest returns Saturday with music, river parade and daylong celebration

Festival is in its 21st year; gates open 10 a.m. at Joe Rowell Park

DATE: Jun 3, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Republican candidates to meet Wednesday ahead of primary

Forum will feature county clerk and commissioner candidates before June voting

DATE: Jun 2, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southern Ute Drum editor reflects on lessons learned at tribal newspaper

After 14 years embedded in SUIT community, Jeremy Wade Shockley sets out on his own

DATE: Jun 2, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma County martial artists to compete on world stage for Team USA in France

Four students earned spots at ICO world championships this fall

DATE: Jun 2, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mancos town board approves letter in support of immigration enforcement reform bills

ICE activity has stoked fear among some residents

DATE: Jun 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Housing Authority supports gradual rent increase after emotional public testimony

Corrections needed for inconsistent rent-setting practices at four tax-credit properties

DATE: May 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma County GOP candidates debate as primary race enters final stretch

Republicans for commissioner, clerk and recorder field questions in back-to-back forums

DATE: May 29, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez finance and tourism directors cautiously optimistic

City benefiting from domestic visitors and growing development; inflation and low consumer confidence remain concerns

DATE: May 29, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

13 things to know about mining exploration in the La Plata Mountains

Metallic Minerals plans to resume drilling as soon as this summer

DATE: May 29, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

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