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The City of Cortez announced the winners of its 140th anniversary Logo Design Competition. Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, food, and fun at Parque de Vida. The Mesa Verde Writer’s Conference and Literary Festival brings authors and literary enthusiasts to Mancos. Watch for details! By Rachel Hughes.
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Project aims to improve downtown infrastructure, road surface, experience. By Connor Shreve.
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This story is sponsored by Fredie’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and Dunkin’ Donuts.
Celtic music and festivities come to Cortez. Learn about Native American culture and art at the Four Corners Indigenous Art Market. The Mancos Opera House will host a Cult Movie Night. Montezuma County leaders warn against text scams. Learn what to watch out for. By Rachel Hughes.
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The City of Cortez, like many Colorado communities, faces a housing crisis – too few homes are available for rent or purchase to meet the demands of a growing population and workforce. But the city hopes to make a small dent in the problem with construction of a new workforce and affordable housing development on the old high school site on Seventh Street. By Deborah Uroda.
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Live music and libations come to Mancos Brewing Company to raise money for two local nonprofits. The Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo is back for its 95th year. Burrofest returns to unite artists and animals. The City of Cortez seeks community comments on a new transportation plan. Watch for details! By Rachel Hughes.
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It’s yard sale season. Find out when and where the sales are this summer. The International Packraft Film Festival comes to Cortez. The Raven Narratives return for two nights of storytelling about mistakes. The Mancos FoodShare combats child food insecurity by supplying free meals. Watch for details! By Rachel Hughes.
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The Fort Lewis College Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Dr. Heather J. Shotton as the college’s next president at its meeting on April 11. Shotton formerly served as the college’s Vice President of Diversity Affairs and the Acting Dean of Student Engagement. She will be FLC’s first-ever indigenous president. By Ryan Simonovich.
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Learn how you can get a free art tour in Cortez. What happens to pets when their owners no longer can care for them? Find out how to plan ahead. Cortez Public Library’s summer reading program launches with a party. Native American Dances are back for another season at the Cortez Cultural Center. Find out when! By Rachel Hughes.
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Listen to live music and enjoy local food and drinks at the Dolores RiverFest. Find out when! Learn how you can win a room with a view and support the Mancos Public Library. Celebrate Historic Preservation Month with community events. Real ID is now required by the Transportation Safety Administration. Are you prepared? Watch to learn more. By Rachel Hughes.
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Construction begins on Highway 550. Cortez water restrictions take effect Thursday, May 15. The Community Foundation Serving Southwest Colorado will host two interactive workshops for nonprofit leaders. Find out more! By Rachel Hughes.
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Third Thursdays, held June through September, showcases downtown Cortez businesses, artisans, food vendors, and music to create an evening festival that attracts hundreds. By Deborah Uroda.
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This story is sponsored by Big-O Tires and Blondie's Trophy Room.
Construction began in downtown Mancos on May 5. The Dolores Public Library will host an event for gardeners and plant enthusiasts. The Town of Mancos wants to know what residents think about the town's future, and combat local food insecurity this month. Watch for details! By Rachel Hughes.
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Two Cortez residents who know intimately the struggle with and recovery from addiction have opened a new sober-living home to help others take their next step toward recovery. By Deborah Uroda.
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This story is sponsored by Kesee Motor Company and LOR Foundation.
Celebrate springtime with the Mancos Grange. Then join the San Juan Mountain Association for a guided nature walk on Colorado Public Lands Day. It’s time for spring cleaning! City of Cortez’s Spring Clean Up Week is set for mid-May. Find out more! By Rachel Hughes.
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Spring is here and the bears are out. Find out what Colorado Parks and Wildlife advises residents should do to be bear aware this season. By Sadie Smith.
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This story is sponsored by Serious Texas Bar-B-Q and FLC Center for Innovation.
Scholarship applications for traditional and technical degrees open in May. Learn how to apply! A new fundraiser will be in Mancos on Thursday, May 1, and the Mancos Valley Lions Club will host its annual fundraiser later in May. The City of Cortez plans to develop the former Montezuma-Cortez High School campus. Find out more! By Rachel Hughes.
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Construction begins in downtown Mancos. Learn what to expect. Step back in time with stories from early Montezuma County. Get ready for wildfire season—learn how to protect your home. And the City of Cortez launches a contest for artists and community members. By Rachel Hughes.
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League of Women Voters of Montezuma County organizes local protest as part of its mission “to defend democracy”. By Deborah Uroda.
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Hospice of Montezuma invites you to attend an Advance Directive Seminar. Watch for details! The Cortez Workforce Center will host a spring job fair. Find out when! Join the City of Cortez in celebrating Earth Day with an environmental stewardship project. Learn more! The Cortez Public Library is adding a new event to its monthly lineup. Watch for more information! By Rachel Hughes.
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Families don't have to care for a dying loved one in isolation. Hospice of Montezuma offers medical, social and emotional support to help with a loved one's end-of-life care. By Deborah Uroda.
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This story is sponsored by Choice Building Supply and LOR Foundation.
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