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I don’t know who will win the position of sheriff. However, the day after the election the winner becomes the full-time manager of a respected law enforcement and search and rescue operation. We...
DATE: June 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
I am a member of the American Legion Post No. 75 Honor Guard. We conduct funerals and memorials for all honorably discharged veterans if requested. We were requested to conduct a memorial service...
DATE: June 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
It should be no wonder that members of rural communities take great pride and pleasure to voice their concerns about the federal, state and municipal agendas. Certainly, to be inclusive of campaign...
DATE: June 20, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
With so much cheerleading for Steve Nowlin by the Journal, it’s time to set the record straight. I’ve followed local and national politics for years and I do not recall the last time an incumbent...
DATE: June 20, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
I am Brenda Savage, and my husband Tony Down and I own Cozy Comfort RV Park in Dolores. Recently, we have had to call for help from the Montezuma County Sherriff’s Department. As a business owner...
DATE: June 20, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
In the June 3 editorial, The Cortez Journal asked, “What does public education really need from parents and the community?” I thank the Journal for allowing me the opportunity to outline my vision...
DATE: June 19, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
Whoever is “working” on Highway 145 has for weeks placed a 40 mph speed zone on Highway 145 going for miles with no work at all. Not only is it obnoxious to have a work zone with no work, it is...
DATE: June 19, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
There are people who meet regularly in our county who claim to be all about the Constitution. If you show up at their meeting they will provide lectures and the chance to purchase various and...
DATE: June 19, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
I couldn’t believe former Undersheriff Cronk was allowed to get off after his 15 felony count with a mere 30 days jail time of his choice! As “people of color,” we should be able to choose which...
DATE: June 19, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
I am concerned with the lack of accuracy and fairness the Cortez Journal continues to reflect in both its reporting and opinions. You have embraced an on-going besmirching of our current sheriff,...
DATE: June 19, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
I get the fact that the Journal wants Steve Nowlin to win the primary election. That was clear in your editorial (Journal, June 6). However, if it was your intention to inform your readers, then...
DATE: June 19, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
I urge all Montezuma GOP voters to choose Steve Nowlin for Sheriff in this primary election. Dennis Spruell’s actions as sheriff confirmed my worst fears since he took office in January 2011....
DATE: June 19, 2014 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor
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