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A Cortez woman facing second-degree murder charges was given a $250,000 cash-only bond Monday, Oct. 21. District Attorney Will Furse requested a $500,000 cash-only bond at a bail hearing Monday...
DATE: Oct. 21, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News
Because of the recent government shutdown, the Baileys from Salt Lake City considered cancelling their family vacation to Mesa Verde National Park. A seven-hour drive from Utah to Cortez, Kathleen...
DATE: Oct. 21, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News
During a family vacation to Mesa Verde National Park as an 8-year-old, Laurie Knutson, was haunted by her imagination. Her visions included images of young Pueblo children falling from their...
DATE: Oct. 21, 2013 | CATEGORY: Business
A Cortez man with a troubled history with fire has been charged with three counts of arson in connection to the Family Dollar fire in May. Court records reveal James Linn Alexander, 20, of 13618...
DATE: Oct. 18, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News
It remains unknown how much sewer rates will increase next year in Cortez, but nationwide, average monthly sewer fees have increased by 15 percent since 2010. A biennial 2012 American Water Works...
DATE: Oct. 18, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News
Facing first-degree murder and attempted murder charges, a teenager’s right to a fair trial has not been prejudiced by media coverage. Public defender Zach Brown argued Monday, Oct. 7, before...
DATE: Oct. 11, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News
Flames reportedly shot out of a kitchen sink during the early morning Thursday, Oct. 10, after lightning struck a home on N. Washington Street. Cortez Fire Protection District Chief Jeff...
DATE: Oct. 11, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News
Despite a bond reduction earlier this week for a convicted sex offender, the defendant is expected to remain behind bars for the foreseeable future. After hearing lengthy arguments from both...
DATE: Oct. 11, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News
Court officials expect first-degree murder charges against a Cortez woman to be reduced to second-degree murder. At a scheduled bond hearing on Wednesday, Oct. 9, District Court Judge Todd Plewe...
DATE: Oct. 11, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News
Welding is dangerous, requiring specialized shields and protective clothing to protect the eyes and skin. Nothing flammable can be worn, including fingernail polish, hair spray and body spray. For...
DATE: Oct. 8, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Living
The Cortez Retail Enhancement Association has helped add more than $150,000 to the local economy over the last year. Aiding the area’s economic engine, CREA’s primary focus is on promoting local...
DATE: Oct. 7, 2013 | CATEGORY: Business
Welding is dangerous, requiring specialized shields and protective clothing to protect the eyes and skin. Nothing flammable can be worn, including fingernail polish, hair spray and body spray. For...
DATE: Oct. 3, 2013 | CATEGORY: Living