LP McKay
Morning Edition Host / News DirectorLacy McKay is the News Director and Morning Edition Host at KSJD Community Radio in Cortez, Colorado. They bring years of experience in audio production and community-centered reporting, with a focus on rural issues, public lands, tribal affairs, and civic engagement in the Four Corners region. McKay has produced and edited news features, interviews, and podcasts for broadcast and digital platforms, and works closely with regional partners through Rocky Mountain Community Radio to amplify local voices and stories that might otherwise go unheard.
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The town says water storage is about 45% full and conditions are improving, but more flushing and testing are needed before the advisory can be lifted. -
Montezuma County elects Rodney Cox and rejects a lodging tax increase. Crystalyne Curley claims victory in the Navajo Nation presidential race, while Colorado's 3rd District remains undecided.
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Results are unofficial and will be updated as county clerks report them. -
The Town of Mancos has ended its evacuation orders, but warns that flooding may have left hazardous conditions. Separate evacuation notices remain in effect for other locations in Montezuma County.
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If passed, Amendment 87 would replace Colorado's flat income tax with graduated rates and use those funds for education, health care and early childhood programs.
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A temporary sales tax holiday in Cortez runs through the end of 2026. Montezuma County's Cortez voter service center is open ahead of next month's election.
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Montezuma County Search and Rescue asked Dolores to consider town property for a local base, saying it could reduce response times by 30 to 60 minutes in some cases.
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The agreement allows county personnel to send public alerts on Monticello's behalf during fires and other emergencies.
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The Cortez Adult Education Center has moved into a larger, accessible facility at 640 East Second Street. An open house is scheduled for Oct. 8.
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Voters in Mancos, Cortez and Montezuma County will decide separate tax proposals in November. Meanwhile, an already-approved Cortez sales-tax holiday will begin as people receive their ballots in the mail.
