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History Live and archaeological society to host Zoom presentation

The Journal History Live and San Juan Basin Archaeological Society will host a virtual presentation with professor Jesse Tune, Ph.D., at 7 p.m. Tuesday via Zoom. Tune ...

Officials restrict water usage from northern Colorado river

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — The primary part of the Yampa River in northern Colorado is under water usage restrictions for only the second time ever. The move came because les...

Resident grateful to Pinon Project

A group of staff and other participants from the Piñon Project recently came to help me out in my time of need. It was very, very appreciated, a true blessing. They did a huge job. ...

Who shall lead?

If it’s examples, not politicians, we seek, look no further than George C. Marshall

Why protest against equality and love?

In Cortez, I watched two apparently opposing events collide on Main Street. I saw the peaceful, justice-promoting marchers. I also saw and heard the loud noise and political flags of the so-...

County’s hosting recklessly irresponsible

The articles in As of Aug. 1, Montezuma County had recorded 107 confirmed cases of COVID-19 with four deaths. When Telluride decided not to host the tournament this year, Montezuma County ...

County mask policy is dangerous path

I was appalled that the Montezuma County commissioners are encouraging noncompliance with a legal state order requiring the wearing of masks. Not only are they endangering the health of the ...

Bear release

The bear that was burned in the East Canyon Fire is released back into the wild after rehab.

Fort Lewis College move-in week

Fort Lewis College students return to campus complete with unique outdoor check-in procedures that include a COVID-19 nasal test for all on-campus students.

Region 9 welcomes new board members

Region 9 Economic Development District of Southwest Colorado (Region 9) has announced several new board members approved at their April and July board meetings. New board members include Que...

Photo: Diesel locomotive delivered to Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Cortez Public Library to host virtual marketing workshop

The Journal The Cortez Public Library will host a virtual Marketing 101 workshop with USA Today bestselling author DelSheree Gladden from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday via Zoom. ...