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With hot, dry conditions forecast in the months ahead, utilizing water efficient practices in your yard can provide major benefits. Though the Southwest climate makes saving water difficult, a rain garden can help lower your water bills, reduce water waste and mitigate flooding. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/maximize-water-use-with-rain-garden This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and Serious Texas BBQ.

The 7th annual Cortez Celtic Fair is this Saturday, June 22nd, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Parque de Vida with free admission and activities for all ages. Later that evening, the Montezuma County Fairgrounds is hosting Monster Truck Militia. The Station Boutique in Cortez took advantage of the Beautification Mini-Grant, designed to assist small businesses enhance their public entrances, to upgrade its storefront with a new sign. Grant applications are still open through October 1st. The Ci...

The Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo celebrated its 94th year with flair and excitement. From honoring First Responders and Military personnel to showcasing the thrill of rodeo competition, this event brought together the community for a weekend of entertainment and camaraderie. With over $80,000 in payouts and strong community support, this year's rodeo proved to be one of the most memorable yet. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/ute-mountain-roundup-rode...

Mancos Creative District’s 5th Annual Burro Fest is this Saturday, June 15th, at Boyle Park. The Third Thursdays Cortez Downtown Market is opening for the season on Thursday, June 20th. Mancos Brewing Company is raising money for two regional cancer support organizations with its annual Nordfest on Saturday June 22nd. The Dolores and Mancos Public Libraries in conjunction with the League of Women Voters of Montezuma County are hosting an advanced screening of the film UNDIVIDE US on Tuesday, ...

Fort Lewis College Professor Justin McBrayer has won a prestigious award from the Fulbright Program. McBrayer will spend a term in Italy both conducting research and teaching at the University of Genoa, Italy in 2025. This is the second time McBrayer has received an award from the prestigious Fulbright Program, which is “devoted to increasing mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries.” McBrayer said the award will allow him to continue expl...

The City of Cortez Parks Department is holding a rededication ceremony on June 7th for two of the town’s pocket parks where new playgrounds were added last year. City of Cortez recreation pools have endured several infrastructure issues this season, including broken heaters. The Cortez Outdoor Municipal Pool is set to re-open to the public no later than June 10th. The Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo is this weekend, Thursday, June 6th through Saturday, June 8th. Marcie Ryan is doing a presentation...