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.
Sanctuary Founder Floss Blackburn hopes the move will help it better serve both Montezuma and La Plata Counties. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings.
Pueblo Community College Southwest will offer two forestry classes at its Mancos campus starting Monday, Feb. 17 in response to growing workforce demand. Tickets for Mixed in Mancos 2025, the band lineup and tickets for the event are available on the Mancos Creative District website . Local nonprofit workers are invited to attend a presentation on the Colorado Grants Guide on Thursday, Mar. 6 from 12 to 1 p.m. at the Mancos Public Library. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Keesee Motor Company and Blondie's Trophy Room.
The fast fashion industry is one of the largest contributors to environmental pollution. Find out how you can shop sustainably for used clothing and sports gear at Durango Outdoor Exchange. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and FASTSIGNS Durango.
A lot to unpack in this edition of the Montezuma Roundup. ICE raids spark anxiety among tribal nations. Watch out Mad Hatter! “Burros in Wonderland” coming to Mancos. And, “What Happened to You” conversations shifted to Feb. 22 in Mancos. By Deborah Uroda. This story is sponsored by Hospice of Montezuma and Choice Building Supplies.
Anderson’s American speed skiing record will turn 19 in April. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Payroll Department and Serious Texas Bar-B-Q.
The public draft of the Cortez Land Use Code is AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT before the Planning and Zoning Commission Hearing on Tuesday, Feb. 18. The opening reception for Leigh Waggoner’s Terra Forma Mosaics is 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb.7, at St. Barnabas of the Valley Episcopal Church. Mancos Friends of the Library’s Annual Valentine’s Day Bake Salewill from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Feb.14 at the Mancos Public Library. Cortez firefighting officials say the area is in a better position to avoid wildfires than Southern California because of the town’s location and emergency management plans. Nevertheless, learn how you can prevent fires and prepare for emergencies. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Big O Tires and Hospice of Montezuma.
