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Local NEWS Montezuma serves Dolores, Cortez, and Mancos, Colorado and is part of Local NEWS Network (LNN), a proprietary platform to produce and distribute local NEWS programming in small towns across the USA. Check us out online at www.montezumalocal.news or on one of our four digital displays around town and at the airport.

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Little Town Big Top: Mancos Days Returns

Mancos Days returns with community-focused festivities. The Rotary Club of Dolores seeks race registrations for the Boggy Draw Beat Down Bike Race . Fire restrictions are in effect in Montezuma County. And $50,000 was granted to local, youth-serving nonprofits. Find out more! By Rachel Hughes. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/little-town-big-top-mancos-days-returns This story is sponsored by Hospice of Montezuma and Keesee Motor Company ....

Jul 15, 2025•3 min

Public Radio Stations Face Uncertain Future

KSUT in Ignacio is one of three Colorado public radio stations to join a federal lawsuit challenging President Trump's Executive Order to freeze public media funding. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/public-radio-stations-face-uncertain-future This story is sponsored by Dunkin’ Donuts and FLC Center for Innovation ....

Jul 04, 2025•3 min

748 Calling! SW Colorado Receives New Area Code

Artists and art lovers are invited to contribute to public art in Mancos. The City of Cortez will host an informational session about the natural medicine industry. New Southwest Colorado phone lines may receive a different area code. And an electric-vehicle charging station was installed in Cortez. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/748-calling-sw-colorado-receives-new-area-code This story is sponsored by The Lor Foundation and Blondie...

Jul 01, 2025•3 min

Thousands Attend Mancos Burrofest

Burrofest celebrates the burro’s unique qualities and history through local art & events. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/thousands-attend-mancos-burrofest This story is sponsored by Choice Building Supply and Keesee Motor Company ....

Jun 27, 2025•3 min

Cortez Farmers Market Transplants to New Location

Montezuma County's Administrative Building parking lot has been the Cortez Farmers Market home for 53 years. But when market officials sought to renew their agreement to use the county venue for the 2025 season, the commissioners balked. That's when the market moved to its new location. By Deborah Uroda. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/cortez-farmers-market-transplants-to-new-location This story is sponsored by Hospice of Montezuma and LOR Foundation ....

Jun 25, 2025•3 min

City of Cortez Announces Winner of Logo Competition

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. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/city-of-cortez-announces-winner-of-logo-competition This story is sponsored by Big O Tires and Blondie's Trophy Room ....

Jun 24, 2025•3 min

Construction Continues on Pagosa Springs Main Street

Project aims to improve downtown infrastructure, road surface, experience. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/construction-continues-on-pagosa-springs-main-street This story is sponsored by Fredie’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and Dunkin’ Donuts ....

Jun 18, 2025•3 min

Celtic Fair Brings Bagpipes and Highland Games to Cortez

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. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/celtic-fair-brings-bagpipes-and-highland-games-to-cortez This story is sponsored by Choice Building Supply and Keesee Motor Company ....

Jun 17, 2025•2 min

As Cortez Grows, Where Will Residents Live?

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. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/as-cortez-grows-where-will-residents-live This story is sponsored ...

Jun 11, 2025•4 min

Nordfest, UMR, and BurroFest Bring Performances and Family Fun

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. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/nordfest-umr-and-burrofest-bring-performances-and-family-fun This story is sponsored by Hospice of Montezuma and The Lor Foundatio...

Jun 10, 2025•3 min

Discover Deals across Dolores

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. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/discover-deals-across-dolores This story is sponsored by Choice Building Supply and Keesee Motor Company ....

Jun 03, 2025•2 min

FLC Appoints New President

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. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/flc-appoints-new-president This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and San Juan Regional Medical C...

May 30, 2025•4 min

Free Family Activities are Back for Summer

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. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/free-family-activities-are-back-for-summer This story is sponsored by The Lor Foundation and Hospice of Montezum...

May 27, 2025•2 min

Enjoy Live Music and Local Food at Dolores RiverFest

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. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/enjoy-live-music-and-local-food-at-dolores-riverfest This story is sponsored by ...

May 20, 2025•3 min

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