McPhee Reservoir is expected to provide a full irrigation supply, but a boating release below the dam is not expected, water officials report. Dolores Basin snowpack was at 96% of average April 9,...

Montezuma County and Region 9 Economic Development this week allocated $140,000 toward an emergency response of the COVID-19 pandemic. Commissioners approved $36,000 toward Southwest Memorial...

The Montezuma County Public Health Department this weekend announced four new positive cases of COVID-19, including the county’s second fatality. Additional positive cases were announced Saturday...

To prevent the spread of the coronavirus at churches, Montezuma County Department of Public Health recommends services be held electronically. The Health Department strongly discourages drive-up or...

The restrictions on businesses caused by coronavirus pandemic is hurting a local animal shelter. The Denkai Animal Sanctuary relies on revenue from its Adoption Center and Thrift Store at 209 W....

The Journal publishes local restaurant inspection reports provided monthly by the Montezuma County Health Department. Unannounced inspections are conducted for restaurants, school, hospital and...

In the unofficial results of the April 7 municipal election, Dolores voters approved retail marijuana sales in town and voted against the use of off-road vehicles on town streets. Also, Chad...

A complicated helicopter rescue of a backcountry skier injured in an avalanche March 31 near Rico highlights the importance of staying away from high-risk outdoor activities during the coronavirus...

Greater Dolores Action has announced that the 17th annual Dolores River Festival on June 6 has been canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. The event usually draws about 1,500 people to hear...

Pack repair is not an essential business under Colorado public health orders limiting commerce to slow down the coronavirus pandemic. So Osprey Packs, in Cortez, got permission to adjust its repair...

The McPhee Reservoir boating season has been delayed to minimize the impact and spread of the novel coronavirus. The McPhee boat ramp’s opening date has been pushed to May 1, according to the San...