Author - The Journal
Bailey Duran
Position: Special to The Journal

Wildfire crews prioritize structure protection on Ferris Fire as weather improves

Blaze had grown to 25,814 acres as of Wednesday night, with zero containment

While firefighters battle Ferris Fire, San Juan National Forest enacts Stage 2 fire restrictions

These restrictions will come into effect on Wednesday

Montezuma County to hold first canine election at Wags & Wine event

This will be Montezuma County’s first ‘Mutt Mayor’

Colorado Horse Rescue’s free tool helps speed horse evacuations amid wildfires

Drivers and horse owners can register for the service online

Crews work to protect property from Ferris Fire as high winds threaten air operations

Facing days of red flag warnings, firefighters across the nation work to contain the blaze

‘Open to our heroes’: Mountain Range Fitness in Cortez offers free access to firefighters

Gym opening doors to crews battling blazes locally

Salvation Army seeks volunteers for school backpack giveaway in Cortez

The backpacks and supplies will be given to children in need before the start of school

Montezuma-Cortez School District seeks recent graduates for multiple positions

A college tuition assistance program is also available

Reduced wind allows for productive day fighting Ferris Fire from the air

Blaze expands to 15,888 acres; evacuations remain in effect

Ferris Fire grows to 10,000 acres, evacuations expanded to include private lands

Blaze northeast of Pleasant View was zero percent contained as of Sunday afternoon

Three wildfires break out near Dolores-Montezuma county line

Blazes northeast of Pleasant View total 5,800 acres; no homes threatened

PCC offers free construction class in Cortez with stipends for students

The program will be held in conjunction with Fundamental Needs