Bailey Duran
Position: Special to The Journal

Colorado Mountain College gifts archaeological site to The Archaeological Conservancy

The land was acquired by the college in the 1970s and was used for study

Sens. Hickenlooper and Romney introduce bill to promote competency-based education

The Republican and Democrat team up on legislation

PCC offers programs near Cortez to aid students who are interested in STEM pathways

Events and classes held this summer

Montezuma-Cortez school district pulls out of San Juan BOCES

Principals tout summer school success: Majority of students improved

New Montezuma-Cortez principal speaks about plans for new school year

Jennifer Boniface also introduces athletic director and class structure

Dolores school district’s sawmill bolsters woodworking classes and saves money on lumber

Woodworking students make numerous high-quality projects each year

Montezuma-Cortez alumni Tyler Daniel strives for excellence in genetic engineering

Former valedictorian is working toward a doctorate at Rice University in Texas

Montezuma County 4-H Shooting Sports hosts fun shoot

Competitors come from across the Four Corners and the state

Mountain Range Fitness adds Fit 3D body scanner to gym

The scanner identifies potential health issues, provides information about health and wellness

Man in trash can caught trespassing outside Cortez Salvation Army

Man refused to comply with officers after being asked to leave

Reward offered for the capture of the killer of two beloved Onaqui stallions

The horses were found shot to death in Utah on March 19

PCC hosts Train the Trainer drone course to prepare educators to teach drone classes

Students will take a test for their commercial drone pilot’s license in August