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Family Dollar lighting disturbs neighbors in Dolores

Some neighbors of the new Family Dollar in Dolores have expressed concerns that the store’s lighting is too bright at night. “There are several residents that are very unhappy with the light...

DATE: June 29, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Book updates guide to New Mexico mountains

The enthusiasm that Cortez author Liesl Ungnade has for the New Mexico backcountry is contagious. Her new book, “Guide to the New Mexico Mountains,” ignites an urge to head out and climb a peak,...

DATE: June 28, 2016 | CATEGORY: Living

Rico museum remembers mining, railroad days

Drive north on scenic Colorado Highway 145 past legacy ranches on the Dolores River, and you’ll find a new destination in the mountain town of Rico – a restored mining and railroad museum that...

DATE: June 28, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

County approves Jaynes to build new courthouse

On Monday, the Montezuma County commission approved Jaynes Corp. as the general contractor for the new combined courthouse project, and set a guaranteed maximum price of $8,268,783. The...

DATE: June 28, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Music and movies will debut at Montezuma County Fair

The 2016 Montezuma County Fair – July 29 to Aug. 6 – is bringing in new events and encouraging more participation from the general public. “We’re looking for a better turnout, and want the...

DATE: June 27, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores Town Board denies funding for recycling group

Last week, the Dolores Town Board voted against helping the Four Corners Recycling Initiative pay for additional pickups of a recycling bin on the school campus. Low commodity prices of recyclables...

DATE: June 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores considers proposal for a new stadium and track

The town of Dolores is considering allowing the Dolores School district to explore the possibility of building a stadium and track at Joe Rowell Park.The school wants to seek a planning grant from...

DATE: June 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cedar Mesa concerned about oil and gas development

The Cedar Mesa Ranches subdivision north of Mesa Verde National Park has a network of private roads residents fear could be utilized by oil and gas companies accessing federal minerals on adjacent...

DATE: June 18, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Suspect in Iowa porn case kills himself during Cortez standoff

A suspected fugitive from Iowa wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and U.S. Homeland Security killed himself after being confronted by Montezuma County deputies at a residence just north of...

DATE: June 15, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rico, Dolores trail users are given time to comment on plan

Recreation enthusiasts of the Rico-West Dolores region within the San Juan National Forest will have three more weeks to comment on trail management proposals.The comment period has been extended...

DATE: June 15, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores River Festival rebounds; online sales help

Nearly 2,000 music lovers met at Joe Rowell Park Saturday for the 13th annual Dolores River Festival after online ticket sales bumped up attendance.“We’re back up to our usual numbers,” said Scott...

DATE: June 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

RV campground opens just south of Dolores

Weary of city life, Simone and Renita Conny decided to come up for some fresh air and open the Circle C RV campground on a scenic hillside just outside Dolores.“We’ve been visiting for years, and...

DATE: June 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

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