Cortez News

Discussed extensively by the city Planning and Zoning Commission, the change would allow up to 10 percent of spaces in Cortez mobile home parks to be occupied by RVs or travel trailers.

When an agency called Colorado School Grades posted letter school grades for academic proficiency, academic growth and overall performance for every school in the state, a few Cortez schools came back with some very low marks.

Southwest Memorial Hospital administration is looking into the feasibility of building a new facility or overhauling the existing building, Kent Helwig, chief executive officer announced last week.

If there was one thing that we thought we could depend on in this world, it was a dearth of good food in any national park "gateway town." Apparently it took Mesa Verde National Park to prove that we were sadly mistaken.

True Earth Medicine, located at 302 North Broadway in Cortez, was reportedly robbed at approximately 6 p.m. Wednesday by two suspects.

To many, maybe most, the perception of the shelter is simple. Packed full of intoxicated people, using it a nighttime flophouse.

Mike and Nancy Evanson of Cortez, are pleased to announce the union of their daughter Sabrina Lei Rua Evanson to James Joseph Waterman, the son of Jim and Lorrie Willden of Cortez, who now reside in Montrose.

133 and Rico Lodge No. 79 A.F. & A.M. was recently held in Cortez. The following Masonic Brothers were installed for Cortez Lodge No.

Darnall opened an airport on a remote stretch of dirt east of Cortez. Eighty years later, the former airport site lies within the now-larger city of Cortez, behind Big O Tires.

Sitting in his favorite chair, in front of the TV with the furnace spewing warm air, Fogle doesn't smile much.

Y Lance K. Benally, 21, of Cortez, pleaded guilty to one count of protection order violation.

Guy Drew Vineyards 2007 Metate is simply good wine. Bold, rich, and balanced, Metate is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah , each of which spent 18 months in French oak barrels individually before the blend was aged another 6 months in oak.

Although he has not filed yet, he plans to run as an unaffiliated candidate against the winner of the Republican primary between Tim Hunter and Dewayne Findley for the district seat.

We had a very informative, enjoyable day. We would like to extend a special thank you to the following individuals and businesses for making the day possible: Joe Keck, Small Business Development Center; Laura Lewis Marchino, Region 9 Economic Development District; Jimbo Buickerood, San Juan Citizens Alliance; Bob Clayton, Kinder Morgan; Lynn Dyer, ... (more)

Ken and Shawna McLaughlin of Cortez are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Ronni Leshon McLaughlin to Kasey Allen Schuebel, son of Kevin and Joyce Schuebel of Thornton, Colo.

Some dressed in thick wool caps and heavy work boots - with winter coats and work gloves sitting on a shelf - ready if a call comes in.

Rosie and Matt believe that by supporting local farmers, we can strengthen the community and create conversations between the producers and consumers of local foods.

Y Dispatch requested that a deputy respond to a residence for a report of criminal mischief.

We still have a long recovery out of this recession. While the need to be business friendly is easy to identify, accomplishing that is another matter.

Y Geric C. Yazzie, 21, of Cortez, pleaded guilty to one count of possession of under 2 ounces of marijuana, and one count of possession of drug paraphernalia.