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McPhee inspections could lose funds

The invasive quagga and zebra mussels have not been detected in McPhee Reservoir, but they're causing havoc in nearby Lake Powell. Boat inspections at McPhee have been effective in keeping the...

DATE: April 23, 2014 | CATEGORY: DS - News

The art of crochet

For 70 years, Ada Setser, of Dolores, has been crocheting afghans, baby blankets, bed spreads, decorated hangers, curtains, and tablecloths that she donates to needy families. From her comfortable...

DATE: April 23, 2014 | CATEGORY: DS - Living

Hanold resigns from Chamber

The friendly face who for years greeted tourists and promoted local businesses in Dolores is stepping down. Stuart Hanold is resigning as director of the Dolores Chamber of Commerce after serving...

DATE: April 23, 2014 | CATEGORY: DS - News

Mapmaker left his mark

Most people in Dolores have heard of the Dominguez-Escalante expedition, the Spanish explorers who came through the area in 1776 and named the Dolores River. But few know about Miera y Pacheco, a...

DATE: April 22, 2014 | CATEGORY: MT - Living

McPhee boat check could lose funding

The invasive quagga and zebra mussels have not been detected in McPhee Reservoir, but they’re causing havoc in nearby Lake Powell. Boat inspections at McPhee have been effective in keeping the...

DATE: April 21, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mapmaker left his mark

Most people in Dolores have heard of the Dominguez-Escalante expedition, the Spanish explorers who came through the area in 1776 and named the Dolores River. But few know about Miera y Pacheco, a...

DATE: April 21, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Towaoc plans spring cleaning on highway

The Ute Mountain Ute tribe will have a community cleanup day on April 24 to spruce up Towaoc and prepare for upcoming races. The inaugural event involves all employees and volunteer community...

DATE: April 14, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mock crash scene impacts students

If you didn’t know that it was an exercise, you’d think it was a fatal crash. A drama with bloody victims, a crumpled dead body on the pavement, parents and kids wailing, and a helicopter rescue...

DATE: April 14, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

That’za Pizza remodel adds night-cap vibe

That’za Pizza in Cortez now sports a comfortable new lounge, artistic mood lighting, and a new full bar that specializes in martinis. Black leather couches and club chairs invite customers to enjoy...

DATE: April 14, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Music of Prayer Rock comes alive

The nearby Lukachukai, Chuskas and Corrizo mountains in Navajo Country conjure up the sanctified spirituality that defines Native American culture, past and present. Appropriately, within these...

DATE: April 10, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sheriff: Lockdown 'a scary moment,' not an overreaction

In an age when school violence has become too common, a perceived threat is enough to trigger increased school security measures like on Wednesday for the Dolores Schools campus and...

DATE: April 10, 2014 | CATEGORY: DS - News

Facebook excels as marketing tool

Facebook isn't just for kids anymore. The social media site is an essential tool for marketing, says Victoria Peterson, who teaches classes on computer technology. "People are more likely to visit...

DATE: April 9, 2014 | CATEGORY: DS - News

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