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Dolores school district wraps up school year with celebrations, student successes

High school will say goodbye to its seniors Friday

DATE: May 18, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education

Montezuma Water plant expansion near Dolores approaches completion, delayed to July 2026

The expansion project has been in the works since 2019

DATE: May 17, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores School District bands earn top honors at Denver Music in the Parks Festival

Students also performed at West Slope Jam Fest

DATE: May 16, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education

988 mental health team to host informal gathering in Dolores

Thursday’s sessions seek to build awareness, public-informed care

DATE: May 16, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Health in Cortez spotlights fiscal report during community picnic

Officials say the hospital remains financially competitive; residents and staff can now read the report online

DATE: May 15, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

One case confirmed of vesicular stomatitis virus for Montezuma County horse

Health officials say livestock owners should monitor animals for clinical signs, including mouth blisters

DATE: May 14, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Trial of Cortez man accused in Veterans Park murder set for this fall

Robert Salt enters not guilty plea in Wednesday hearing

DATE: May 14, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores board approves concept plan for Riverside and Third Street apartments

Early-stage proposal garners a second extended public comment

DATE: May 14, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

MCHS seniors celebrate final week with graduation walks, ceremonies

District to host informational meeting for new online school option

DATE: May 13, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education

Mancos School District wrapping up year with PBL Expo, performances and graduation

The class of 2026’s commencement ceremony will be held this weekend

DATE: May 13, 2026 | CATEGORY: Education

Barking at court: Montezuma County explores addressing prairie dog overpopulation

USDA Wildlife Services possible partnership may address conflicts with critters, including bears and beavers

DATE: May 13, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

April rain lifts Cortez precipitation totals, but relief is minor

Snowpack in Dolores Basin remains low as water restrictions set to begin across the region

DATE: May 12, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

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