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. This story is sponsored by Home2Suites and Durango Motor Company.

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. 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. This story is sponsored by Keesee Motor Company and Hospice of Montezuma.

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. 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. This story is sponsored by Blondie's Trophy Room and Choice Building Supply.

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. 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. This story is sponsored by Blondie's Trophy Room and Hospice of Montezuma.

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. This story is sponsored by Home2Suites and Durango Motor Company.

League of Women Voters of Montezuma County organizes local protest as part of its mission “to defend democracy”. By Deborah Uroda. This story is sponsored by FASTSIGNS and LOR Foundation.

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. This story is sponsored by Blondie's Trophy Room and Big O Tires.