An award-winning and best-selling author will present her book at the Cortez Public Library. Find out when! The Cortez Cultural Center invites artists to submit pieces for the annual Birding Festival exhibit. Learn more! The National Park Service will waive entrance fees for one day only, and updates to the park entry system are coming soon. Watch for details. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Big O Tires and The Lor Foundation.

Recent storms have done little to raise snowpack and water levels while 2024 monsoons built fuels to set up a potentially dangerous 2025 fire season. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino and Serious Texas Bar-B-Q.

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a police officer? Learn how you can get a behind-the-scenes look at law enforcement. The San Juan Boards of Cooperative Educational Services will hold a Special Education Advisory Committee meeting to address students' learning supports. Then, find out about an opportunity for young drivers to improve their skills and learn life-saving techniques. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Choice Building Supply and Blondie's Trophy Room.

Grace’s Kitchen at St. Barnabas Church of the Valley Episcopal Church serves free community meals three days a week, no questions asked. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino and Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers.

The Four States Agriculture Exposition returns to Montezuma County. Find out where to get tickets. Explore student programs and other possibilities at Ute Mountain Recreation Center’s Spring Fair. Join author Lisa C. Taylor at local libraries to hear about her newest release. Find out where! Then, learn about the fight for women’s voting rights presented by the League of Women Voters. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Choice Building Supply and Blondie's Trophy Room.

A draft of the City of Cortez Safety Action Plan is available for review and public comment. Find out how you can add your input! Join author Scott Graham , at the Dolores Public Library for an author’s talk about his first National Park Mystery novel. A bipartisan bill to provide Ute tribal members free entry to Colorado state park passed the committee vote. The Colorado Department of Revenue introduces an online tax benefits hub to help taxpayers save money. Watch for more information. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by The Lor Foundation and Choice Building Supply.

United Way of Southwest Colorado using new ALICE study to better understand the region. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Payroll Department and Serious Texas Bar-B-Q.

Mancos has a new breakfast spot in town! Roosters serves affordable, homemade dishes and locals are crowing about it! By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Blondie's Trophy Room and Big O Tires.

Calling all Cortez creatives! The LOR Foundation and City of Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee will offer innovators and artists a unique funding opportunity. Learn how you can participate in water management conversations and solutions during the Southwestern Water Conservation District’s 41st Annual Seminar. The Mancos Opera House will host a screening of a new documentary on libraries. Watch for details! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Hospice of Montezuma and Keesee Motor Company.

You’ll now have to pay a parking fee at the Cortez Municipal Airport. The Cortez Retail Enhancement Association has partnered with the Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center to offer a free digital marketing webinar series. Find out how to register. Applications are now open for Southwest Conservation Corps’ 2025 Summer Youth Crews. Learn more about crew descriptions and program dates. The City of Cortez has money available for local businesses to improve their exteriors or to clean up graffiti through the Cortez Business Beautification Grant and new Graffiti Cleanup Grant. Learn how to apply. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Big O Tires and Hospice of Montezuma.