Legislation would provide benefits for rural health care and education

Amendments and requests proposed by U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert would provide increased funding for rural health and educational services.

Southwest Open School prepares new building, seeks more board members

SWOS also reports an attendance rate of over 90%

Dolores school board discusses next steps of school building plan and ‘disheartening’ attendance

$11.2 million bond was passed during Nov. 7 election

Durango High School teacher breathes new life into Indigenous language

Elfreida Begay translates words that are relevant to most teens, sparking interest among students

Powerhouse to host informational meeting for youth programs

Destination Imagination, teaches STEAM concepts

Eight Montezuma-Cortez students recognized for excellence

Six receive exceptional scores on advanced placement; two earn National Merit status

Fozzie’s Farm to host Spanish-speaking Sowing and S’mores event

Nov. 17 event will start with planting trees and end with a bonfire and food

Panther Chefs cater business events while learning culinary skills

Chefs learn hands-on what it takes to be a successful chef while in high school

Montezuma-Cortez to present spoof play of wizardry ‘Puffs’

Play follows the ‘underdog house’ in the wizarding world, Hufflepuff House

Fall Young Entrepreneur Showcase will allow youths in the community spotlight their small business

The event will take place at the Chamber of Commerce on Small Business Saturday

Dolores County adds new board members, approves transfer of Rico students

Rico was officially transferred to Telluride’s school district after the vote

Mancos school board welcomes members Benally, McWhirter and Hunter

Hunter was reelected to his seat on the board