Position: Reporter

Email: rachels@cortezjournal.com

Phone Number: 970-564-6032

About: Rachel comes to the Journal as the business/arts and entertainment reporter. She grew up in Amarillo, Texas and received her associates in journalism from Amarillo College in May 2012. This is Rachel's second time making her home in Cortez, the first time, taking classes at Pueblo Community College and working retail while getting through school. She returned to Texas to finish her degree only to have her love of the outdoors and fear of 110-degree weather lead her back here. She has a passion for music, books and writing and enjoys taking her clumsy Rottweiler, Sir Harrison, on walks through the neighborhood. She lives here in Cortez with her fiance and their adorable daughter. Read More

A healthy body through Chinese treatments

Our bodies are like a miniature Earth. We must provide our body the proper nutrients it needs in order for it to thrive. If we treat our body well, it will reward us with good health.This is the...

DATE: Jan. 21, 2013 | CATEGORY: Business

Chamber awards to have 1920s theme

The Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce is no wet blanket. The annual Chamber awards is the biggest event of the year and they're set to entertain dames, dolls or any live wire out there. As always,...

DATE: Jan. 21, 2013 | CATEGORY: Business

First-time moms wrangle motherhood

Tina Duran always wanted to have a child. But she gave up on this idea long ago. She was set on the notion that her life would remain as it was from here on out. She was wrong.Duran, and her...

DATE: Jan. 18, 2013 | CATEGORY: Living

A wave to the world

Johnny Shepherd sits at his ham radio station in his home. The computer program he uses allows him to have a permanent landline to Henderson, Nev. where he can speak with his latest frequency...

DATE: Jan. 16, 2013 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Another eatery for restaurant veteran

One restaurant didn't seem like it was enough. Sure there's a lot of work that goes into running such a business but - what's one more?Victor Nunez is now on his third restaurant that he's owned...

DATE: Jan. 14, 2013 | CATEGORY: Business

More for your buck

Thrift store shopping has developed a new reputable place in society. The practice of purchasing used and recycled goods is looking to be both trendy and economically beneficial. Negative...

DATE: Jan. 7, 2013 | CATEGORY: Business

Guy Drew wine wins over tasters

Colorado is slowly emerging as a spot for producing quality wine. Although the Four Corners is not the only area in the state that winemakers see fit for production, it was the only region to make...

DATE: Jan. 7, 2013 | CATEGORY: Business

Religion versus science

Editor's Note: The opinions in this story are solely the opinions of the person interviewed. They do not reflect the opinions of the Journal, its staff or its affiliates.Cortez sits a mere 30 miles...

DATE: Jan. 2, 2013 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Saving energy pays off

Electricity costs are on the rise. No one is excluded from the new rate increase that Empire Electric Association will implement on January 1. However, that's not to say that the Montezuma-Cortez...

DATE: Dec. 26, 2012 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez is getting idolized

It is impossible to say what makes an "American Idol." It is neither a look or a particular sound. It isn't gender or race. And now, it isn't just for big cities.Blondie's Pub and Grub is creating...

DATE: Dec. 26, 2012 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Christmas in the system

An economic downturn may just be the best time for giving. The last few years have proven to be penny-pinching times, but that hasn't deterred the Cortez community from bringing Christmas to those...

DATE: Dec. 24, 2012 | CATEGORY: Local News

A flurry of inspiration

Susan Matteson likes snow. She likes sitting amidst the snowfall while large snowflakes float around her. She likes the silence it brings. The magic it brings.The snow is an opportunity Matteson...

DATE: Dec. 19, 2012 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

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