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Crash occurs in U.S. 160 construction zone

A three-vehicle crash in the construction zone on U.S. Highway 160 Monday morning sent one driver to the hospital, according to the Colorado State Patrol. The crash occurred when a westbound Ford...

DATE: July 8, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Empire Electric discusses renewable energy costs

As Colorado leaders lean toward a reliance on renewable energy, Empire Electric Association is seeing increased local interest in solar energy. But the price to purchase solar power must not raise...

DATE: July 8, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

June inspections: Two Fiestas and two Dollars

Colorado has implemented restaurant inspection regulations that took effect Jan. 1. The Colorado Retail Food Establishment Rules and Regulations are based on a national standard for retail food...

DATE: July 6, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rico celebrates Fourth of July with parade, fireworks

A cool mountain breeze and sunny sky welcomed the traditional Fourth of July Parade in Rico. Hundreds turned out to enjoy the patriotic floats on Colorado Highway 145, which was temporarily closed...

DATE: July 4, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

County considers allowing dog-friendly restaurants

The Montezuma County Board of Health is considering giving restaurant owners the option of allowing non-service dogs to join their people on outdoor patios and decks. Certified service dogs are...

DATE: July 3, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores Chamber defends use of lodgers tax funding

The Dolores Visitor Center could face closure if it loses the bulk of its regular funding from the Montezuma County Lodgers Tax Committee, reports Dolores Chamber of Commerce manager Susan Lisak....

DATE: July 3, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Forest Service expands Doe Canyon Fire closure area

The Doe Canyon Fire continues to grow, and has crossed a northeastern control line, fire officials said. By Wednesday, the fire grew to 2,560 acres, up from 1,650 acres Sunday. Containment has...

DATE: July 2, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mountain rescues include trapped bear, distressed kayaker

Since June 25, crews in San Miguel County responded to a slew of mountain missions, including a distressed kayaker, an injured hiker, snow-blocked roads and a trapped bear. Ophir Pass and Last...

DATE: July 1, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

European company eyes Utah mill for radioactive material

Energy Fuels Resources is seeking a permit to allow radioactive material from the Eastern European country of Estonia to be shipped to the White Mesa Uranium Mill south of Blanding, Utah. In April,...

DATE: July 1, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Drones used for aerial ignition on Doe Canyon Fire

Drone technology is being used to manage the Doe Canyon Fire burning on the San Juan National Forest southeast of Dove Creek. Most of the fire is being allowed to burn naturally to reduce buildup...

DATE: June 27, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Drug probe leads to arrests in Montezuma County

Five police vehicles drive up fast and stop suddenly at a commune-style residence in Montezuma County south of Cortez. A dozen officers with the Southwest Drug Task Force spill from the vehicles...

DATE: June 26, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Doe Canyon Fire grows to 540 acres

The Doe Canyon Fire southeast of Dove Creek grew this week, but at low intensity. By Tuesday, the fire had scorched 210 acres in the San Juan National Forest east of the Lower Dolores River...

DATE: June 26, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

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