Shylee Graf
Position: Journal staff writer

Bennet secures nearly $74 million for projects across Colorado

Montezuma County, Dolores and Towaoc will receive funding

Bureau of Land Management transfers fire engine to Cortez Fire Protection District

BLM’s Rural Fire Readiness Program gives local fire departments training and equipment at no cost

Cortez Rendezvous Balloon Rally comes to town

Hot air balloons will be seen the mornings of Aug. 4, 5, and 6

Man stabbed and severely injured on Empire Street in Cortez

Acquaintances fight in parking lot of church

Pedestrian hit in crosswalk on Main Street

A young male was struck by a large van while crossing the street July 28

Construction of Love’s Travel Stop resumes in Cortez

The travel stop is slated to be complete at the end of the year

Colorado raises the legal age to purchase a firearm

Starting Aug. 7, only individuals 21 years and older may purchase firearms

The Lone Heron Antique store in Dolores has something for everyone to enjoy

Debbie Higman and her son Brad Bonger run the store and enjoy what they do

Methodist Thrift Shop in Cortez to celebrate 50 years in business

The celebration will feature 50% sales and goodies for everyone

Colorado will enhance its Move Over Law, starting Aug. 7

Drivers will be required to move over a lane while passing stopped vehicles

Man arrested on assault charges after fight with two people in Cortez park

Ramondo Hollie accused of second- and third-degree assault on July 22

Dolores will host third annual Escalante Days 5K Run

Participants can register online or at Flanders Park before the race on Aug. 12