Position: Journal staff writer

Email: jmimiaga@the-journal.com

Phone Number: (970) 564-6034

Renew Inc., makes organizational changes

Renew Inc., a local nonprofit devoted to helping victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, has made leadership and organizational changes. Tracy Blagg was hired as the new executive...

DATE: Dec. 4, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Desert bighorn population in good health

Desert bighorns roam the cliffs and pastures of the lower Dolores River canyon downstream of McPhee Dam, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking public input on their management. CPW has...

DATE: Dec. 3, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma County opposes plan to bring wolves to Colorado

The Montezuma County Board of County Commissioners has passed a resolution opposing any plan to reintroduce wolves into Colorado. The resolution claims wolves would threaten livestock, big game...

DATE: Nov. 29, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Thanksgiving feast warms the community

As a winter storm brewed outside, hundreds of community members enjoyed a warm Thanksgiving dinner with a side of good company at the cozy dining hall of the St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in...

DATE: Nov. 27, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Free avalanche courses offered in Montezuma, Dolores counties

Backcountry enthusiasts inevitably find themselves on mountainous terrain full of snow. Protect yourself and companions by learning how to avoid and identify potential avalanches with free courses...

DATE: Nov. 25, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Honky-tonk band to play Dolores

The melodic, rousing country songs of JP Harris and The Tough Choices will be heard at the Dolores River Brewery on Dec. 6. There is a $5 cover. Harris’ lyrics weave interesting stories that blend...

DATE: Nov. 25, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Eleven candidates seek planning appointment

Eleven candidates submitted applications for two open seats on the Montezuma County Planning and Zoning Board. The candidates are Janine Denney, Haley Leonard Saunders, Mindy Nelsen, Neal...

DATE: Nov. 25, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

New Kinder Morgan wells approved near Lewis

Kinder Morgan heard neighborhood concerns about two new carbon dioxide wells west of Lewis that were approved for drilling by Montezuma County commissioners Nov. 5. The GP28 and GP30 well projects...

DATE: Nov. 24, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

October restaurant inspections: Burger King, Hong Kong need work

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

DATE: Nov. 22, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado Court of Appeals rules for mine cleanup

The Colorado Court of Appeals has ordered the long-dormant Van 4 uranium mine near the lower Dolores River to be closed down and cleaned up. Environmental groups say the decision is...

DATE: Nov. 21, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma County supports more law enforcement

Montezuma County Commissioners chose to augment public safety Tuesday with a preliminary approval to increase the sheriff’s 2020 budget for additional patrol and jail deputies. During a budget...

DATE: Nov. 20, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Holiday spirit kicks off in Dolores

Anyone looking to give the gift of local arts and crafts will find them available at the traditional Christmas Bazaar, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Dolores Community Center. Fifty-four...

DATE: Nov. 19, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

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