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First hemp processing plant gets county approval

The first hemp processing plant in Montezuma County has been approved by county commissioners pending state permits, and expects to begin operations soon. Ayani Botanicals, at 11012 U.S. Highway...

DATE: Oct. 17, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Five obstacles for Native voters in the November midterms

In November, voters will see a record number of Native American candidates on the ballot running for all areas of government; state legislatures, governorships and Congressional seats. Today, just...

DATE: Oct. 17, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Climber who fell at Transfer Park expected to make full recovery

A 19-year-old Fort Lewis College student who fell while climbing Saturday at Transfer Park north of Lemon Reservoir, suffering critical injuries, is likely to make a full recovery, his family said...

DATE: Oct. 17, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez Middle School celebrates Hispanic heritage

Monday night, Cortez Middle School students, parents and teachers celebrated Hispanic heritage by showcasing student artwork and projects related to Latin American history and culture. The event...

DATE: Oct. 17, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Unauthorized drone usage over wildfires may become a felony

People caught flying an unauthorized drone over a wildfire may face federal felony charges after the U.S. Senate passed a bill that included legislation originally introduced in July by the...

DATE: Oct. 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Annual Dolores Ski Swap fundraiser coming Nov. 10

The Dolores Ski Swap and fundraiser will be held on Nov. 10 at the Dolores Community Center from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Telluride and Hesperus ski passes will be for sale, as well as a roomful of snow...

DATE: Oct. 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Newlywed Durango native almost lost husband in electrified canal

Durango native Taylor Gann, formerly Taylor Perry, and her newlywed husband, Brandon Gann, were playing putt-putt golf Sept. 30 in Oklahoma City before leaving for their honeymoon in the Bahamas...

DATE: Oct. 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Local and national recreation groups sue forest

Motorcycle and land access groups have filed a federal lawsuit against the San Juan National Forest over new trail recreation rules that reduce motorized trail use. San Juan Trail Riders, based in...

DATE: Oct. 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Elm, Linden streets to lose a few elms

Elm trees have become a bit of a problem on Elm and Linden streets in downtown Cortez. Bob Patel, manager of the Sand Canyon National 9 Inn, said a root from one of the five massive elms on Linden...

DATE: Oct. 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Snow headed to Four Corners area this week

The National Weather Service on Tuesday morning issued a hazardous weather outlook for western Colorado and eastern Utah as a low-pressure system is expected to bring rain to low elevations and...

DATE: Oct. 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sears outlets in Cortez, Durango will remain open

Sears stores in Cortez and Durango will remain open and are not part of the Sears Holding Corp. bankruptcy filed Monday. Two Sears stores in Colorado – one in Lakewood and one in Centennial – are...

DATE: Oct. 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Panthers qualify for 3A Championships for first time since 2010

After collecting the final out in their 3A Region 3 opening victory over Peak-to-Peak, the Montezuma-Cortez panthers kept their celebrations subdued. They still had business to attend to – a...

DATE: Oct. 15, 2018 | CATEGORY: High School Sports

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