Montezuma Local News

Applications are open through February 9th for El Pomar Foundation’s summer internship program. Packets for Cortez’s 2024 municipal election are available for pickup at the Cortez City Hall. The city council has four seats that are up for election this year with new council members officially taking office in April. According to a Forbes Health/OnePoll survey, the majority of those who set new year’s resolutions will quit or forget about them within the first four months. Some have begun anticipating and even celebrating this with unofficial Ditch New Year’s Resolutions Day and Quitter’s Day in January. By Rachel Hughes.

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This story is sponsored by Keesee Motors and Blondie’s Trophy Room.

Avalanche deaths reached near-record levels in Colorado during the 2022/23 winter season. Friends of the San Juans is doing its part to reduce that number this season by leading education and outreach efforts throughout the Four Corners. Despite low early-season snowpack, experts warn there is still a risk for slides. By Connor Shreve.

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This story is sponsored by Keesee Motors and Southwest Health System

Anita Burleson, who runs LB Productions, is now teaching improv, dance, and musical theater classes for youth in Montezuma County. She also offers voice lessons for children and adults. Upcoming offerings include summer programming for youth and additional after-school classes. Learn more and join a program at ​​www.lbpstudioproductions.com. By Ilana Newman.
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This story is sponsored by Blondies Trophy Room and LOR Foundation.

Starting January 1st, Cortez residents will experience an increased rate in their monthly water bills. Average users can expect a monthly increase of $4 to $6. Do you have a story to tell? The Dolores Public Library is seeking speakers and storytellers for their 2024 winter tales lecture series, and, at the Mancos Public Library, all ages and experience levels are invited to explore the art of story writing at their “everyone has a story” community writing projects. Staying healthy during the holidays can be a challenge. Learn 10 tips for staying well this winter from Mayo Clinic Health Systems and the Centers for Disease Control. By Rachel Hughes.

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This story is sponsored by Big O Tires and The Lor Foundation

Dan Hobbs and Nanna Meyer opened a new Bakehouse in Cortez last September to bring their locally grown grains and seeds to the community through delicious whole grains sourdough baked goods. At the farm only a few miles away in McElmo Canyon, Hobbs and Meyer experiment with drought-resistant seeds and grains from around the world to find the most hardy and nutritious seeds they can grow — and then mill and bake in the bakehouse. Find the tasty treats at Pueblo Seed and Food Co every Friday and Saturday. By Ilana Newman.
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This story is sponsored by Keesee Motors and Choice Building Supply.