Montezuma County Assessor Leslie Bugg gave a grim report to the county commissioners Monday about revenues.

Officials say wetter weather is helping moderate fire behavior, but thunderstorms may still bring lightning, heavy rain and erratic winds.

Colorado is seeking public input as the San Juan Basin Area Agency on Aging steps down, while Mancos considers a sales tax increase for streets and broadband.

An article in the Journal and ongoing concerns about the county budget led to a tempestuous argument between Sheriff Steve Nowlin and the Montezuma County commissioners Tuesday. The commissioners then voted to spend up to $50,000 on a forensic audit of the sheriff’s office and detention center.

President Trump is expected to reduce Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments. Conservation groups are preparing legal challenges, while Dolores County has reduced some Ferris Fire evacuation levels.

Drought still has the Four Corners in its fiery grip, but forecasters are hopeful that a good monsoon season may be coming.

A transition from one water supplier to another in the town of Dove Creek is reportedly proceeding smoothly, However, the town hall remains closed because of anger and threats directed at staff over major price hikes caused by the change.

The Babylon Fire southwest of Monticello is about 102,900 acres and 21% contained. Crews are prioritizing the Indian Creek and Twin Peaks area after active overnight burning.

The Montezuma County commissioners are planning to take on the duties of the county administrator themselves while they look for a replacement for current administrator Travis Anderson.

The Ferris Fire northwest of Dolores is about 51,000 acres and 21% contained. Fire activity has increased in Dolores River Canyon, and Dolores County has added Zones 13 and 14 to SET status.