Bailey Duran
Position: Special to The Journal

Eli Tomac places 7th overall in Indianapolis triple crown

Tomac places fourth in the first of three Supercross races

Mancos Common Press to offer housing to workers in Mancos

Housing applications are open until March 25

Dolores school board hears about updated attendance data

Attendance has improved, but the board acknowledges room for improvement

MCHS culinary program receives grant from LOR Foundation for equipment

The grant will help provide a new cooking space for the beginner classes

SWOS board discusses teacher evaluations and attendance at board meeting

The school plans to hire a few teachers for the 2024-2025 school year

Denkai Animal Sanctuary receives grant from LOR Foundation for spay and neuter program

Denkai hopes to continue fundraising to help ease burden caused by shortage of veterinary services in the area

Plewe considers jury trial for alleged street shooter

The defense will present one more potential plea deal on March 26

Mancos project-based learning exhibition scheduled for April

Exhibition showcases what students and staff are doing in the district’s project-based learning system

Dolores RE-4A school district prepares to introduce graduate profile

The district has been working on the profile for more than a year

Southwestern Water Conservation District hosting 40th water seminar March 27

The seminar addresses water concerns and provides updates on water initiatives

Vietnam veteran Clyde Benally of Cortez is honored by Quilts of Valor

The organization gives quilts to veterans as a thank-you for their service

‘Be Fearless Every Day’ spring break camp coming to Mancos

Students will engage in a variety of activities during the weeklong camp