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

Second annual Four Corners Studio Tour in Cortez opens local artists’ workspaces to public

There are 21 participating creatives this year

Dolores Mountain Quilters name raffle, people’s choice winners after biennial show

Event drew about 650 visitors

Two Southwest Colorado women selected for statewide leadership fellowship

The selected are from Towaoc and Dolores

Water service set to be shut off on South Cedar Street in Cortez Wednesday

City urges residents to store water ahead of time

Hunter Lawrence crowned 450 Motocross champ after intense day of racing

Racer beat last year’s champion, his brother, by two points

Eli Tomac announces retirement after SMX playoffs

Racer has competed in 17 professional seasons

Police blotter

Wednesday, Aug. 19 12:16 p.m.: An officer responded to the intersection of East Main and Edith streets for a vehicle collision. The female driver of one of the vehicles allegedly showed sign...

Sexual Assault Services Organization expands to Montezuma and Dolores counties

SASO was receiving calls in La Plata County from Montezuma County residents needing help navigating trauma

Third annual memorial butterfly release set for Boyle Park in Mancos

480 butterflies will be released by participants

Sheriff’s blotter

Sunday, Aug. 9 3:36 a.m.: A deputy responded to the 8000 block of Road 25 and initiated a traffic stop at 1115 E. Main St. in Cortez on a vehicle after observing suspicious driving. The male...

San Juan National Forest acquires 80-acre Fall Creek parcel

Funding for purchase came from Land and Water Conservation Fund with support from local groups

Upcoming event in Dolores focuses on protecting children from exploitation

Beyond Trafficking and the Southwest Colorado Trafficking Task Force to host educational session