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The Montezuma-Cortez School District Re-1 is gearing up for election season and settling the dust after a summer of construction. At its latest regular meeting Sept. 17, the Cortez school board...

The Piñon Project is seeking adult volunteers to mentor children and youths in the local community. The mentoring program aims to connect youth with a caring adult for at least a year. Mentors are...

A few hundred Cortez students are receiving sturdy backpacks this year, thanks to an annual donation by Osprey. This is the third or fourth year the Cortez-based backpack company has taken on the...

The Mancos school board focused on technology, discipline, and upcoming project-based learning initiatives at its regular meeting Monday night. Technology talks came in the form of a 1-to-1...

The Dolores school board talked about safety, facilities, and student retention at its meeting Sept. 12. The discussions come as the Dolores School District Re-4A seeks major renovations to its...

In November, six candidates will be running for three open seats on the Dolores School District Re-4A Board of Education. Two of the candidates are set to replace departing board members Deanna...

In the upcoming Mancos school board election, there will be eight candidates vying for three open seats this November. Two of the seats are currently held by directors Pam Coppinger and Tim Hunter,...

Members of the “For Our Kids’ Future” committee have begun their campaign to pass Ballot Measure 4A, a proposed property tax increase to raise teacher salaries and improve school safety in...

The Montezuma County Board of Commissioners has decided to stick with its current Secure Rural Schools funding allocations for the time being. Secure Rural Schools funds are provided through the...

Durango School District 9-R is looking at its future infrastructure needs, and financing improvements may require renewal of a bond by voters. “Our buildings are starting to look a little tired,”...

Advanced catering students at Montezuma-Cortez High School practiced their customer service skills Friday night for the Champion for Children event at Cliffrose Garden Center and Gifts. Champion...