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.

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. This story is sponsored by Choice Building Supply and LOR Foundation.

Third Thursdays return to Montezuma Park this summer. Find out how you can participate! Montezuma-Cortez High School will host a district-wide musical event. Watch for details! The Sunflower Theatre invites you to a two-night celebration. Learn more! Mesa Verde Country invites visitors to a celestial celebration. Find out more! By Rachel Hughes This story is sponsored by Hospice of Montezuma and Keesee Motor Company

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.