Cortez

Host Stephen talks with Tessa Thomas-Peterson, Marine Corps veteran and founder of Four Corners Paranormal Investigations and We Are Paradox Media. From growing up in Cortez to building a life in Bayfield, Tessa shares her lifelong encounters with the supernatural, her decision to “come out of the paranormal closet,” and how she now helps others navigate mysterious and frightening experiences in the Four Corners.

Porchlight Health uses personal stories and community connection to change how DUI offenders think about the impact of impaired driving.

Stephen talks with Helen West of Cortez Tours about sunrise hikes, ghost tours, and uncovering the hidden stories of Cortez’s Wild West past.

Joining an estimated 7 million people nationwide, more than 850 people lined Cortez’s Main Street on Saturday morning as part of the No Kings Day protests against the Trump administration.

At a forum Thursday for candidates for the Re-1 school board, several called for the current board to hold off on its hasty hiring of a new superintendent.

After an executive session that lasted nearly five hours, the Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School Board in a special meeting Tuesday night came up with a list of three finalists for district superintendent.

With visitor centers and roads closed at Mesa Verde and other National Parks due to the federal government shutdown, KSJD’s Outdoor Report highlights ways to make the most of your time in the Four Corners — from local music and dining to art, museums, and community events.

Cool, sunny weather continues across the Four Corners with chilly nights and a gradual warm-up midweek before weekend rain chances return.

The federal government shutdown has reduced local tourism by about 20%, according to Mesa Verde Country CEO Brian Bartlett, though some visitors are still exploring the region’s fall colors and outdoor recreation. Mesa Verde National Park and nearby Utah monuments remain open in a limited capacity, while the Ute Mountain Tribal Park continues to offer select tours. Despite fewer visitors overall, Bartlett notes that visitor spending in 2025 is up compared to last year.

The good news is, you can now get into Mesa Verde National Park for free. The bad news is, not much of the park is open.