Bailey Duran
Position: Special to The Journal

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

New Dove Creek elementary school starts construction, hopes to open doors in August 2024

The school is being built with the help of the BEST grant

Teacher shortage affecting rural America hits close to home

All districts in Southwest Colorado are experiencing the effects

Protect the Dolores Coalition responds to Senate committee hearing

Coalition works to conserve land surrounding the Dolores River

Jonathan Berry arrested in possession of a weapon after pleading guilty to felony gun charge

He was arrested June 29 after being found in possession of a handgun