As Montezuma County commissioners push for a Seventh Street extension, the city of Cortez is considering giving a small piece of land to the county to avoid paying high road construction costs. The...

The National Weather Service has issued a “fire weather watch” for Southwest Colorado as the combination of dry weather and increased chances of lightning enter the region this week. The fire...

The Journal Underwood Optical is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year and will be hosting an after-hours party with the Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 12, at the...

The Journal The Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Museum and Visitor Center invites the public to view a new photography exhibit “Capturing the Canyons,” featuring the work of local...

The Society now has two narrow gauge freight cars from the Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad being stored in Dolores. They are a block away from the museum, across from the bank, in a work yard...

The town of Dolores is advertising for an interim manager to replace departing manager Jay Ruybalid, who resigned this month. Mayor Chad Wheelus said the interim manager will be charged with...

Motorcyclists from far and wide are expected to descend this weekend on Southwest Colorado for the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally. The rally will feature new events and accommodations, including a...

MANCOS – At wits’ end with deteriorating Verizon cellphone service in her home 5 miles north of Mancos, Maria Tuxhorn sought help from The Journal to inquire why reception went south about three...

The Journal Atmos Energy is teaming up with Habitat for Humanity in Montezuma County to build a home designed and constructed for energy efficiency, affordability and lower carbon emissions. Slated...

Levi Tichi gave the lead duo of Montrose a run at first place Tuesday in Grand Junction. The Durango High School sophomore shot 2-over-par 73 to place third at the Warrior Invitational played at...