Montrose Fresh
Montrose Fresh
Explore the people, news and events that keep the Uncompahgre Valley moving forward. The Montrose Press's podcast, Montrose Fresh, brings you insights into the home of the Black Canyon National Park three days a week. https://www.montrosepress.com/Social links:
Geothermal could help state cut carbon emissions
Today - We're focusing on how geothermal energy could play a pivotal role in reducing carbon emissions in Colorado, with a spotlight on the town of Rico.
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Foreclosure sale of the former Russell Stover building failed to draw bidders
A recent foreclosure sale of the former Russell Stover candy factory building failed to draw any bidders. Despite drawing a handful of spectators, no one stepped forward with the three point one-eight million dollar minimum bid at the Wednesday sale.
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Delta County teen recovering from gunshot
An Orchard City teen is fighting to recover after he was shot in the head May 3. The boy, 15, was with other young people in or near an RV parked on property in the 1400 block of U.S. 50, northern Delta, when he was injured. Police are still investigating the matter and have not determined what exa…
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Police sergeant, paramedics, credited with saving heart attack victim
Montrose Police Department Sgt. Jonathan Roberts found himself in the driver’s seat the evening of May 19 — literally — as it carried to the hospital the man whose life he saved.
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Young entrepreneur launches lawn care business in Montrose
Normally, you would find 11-year-old Dylan Gasson out on the soccer field after school, but this summer, the newly promoted sixth grader is swapping his soccer ball for a lawn mower.
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Some residents urge City Council to declare Montrose non-sanctuary city
Today - On Tuesday, approximately ten residents urged Montrose City Council to either declare Montrose a non-sanctuary city or put the matter to a public vote. This request came after the council voted three to five against a formal resolution on March 19th.
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Montrose based Colorado National Guard Co. headed to the Middle East
Today - For the first time in nearly two decades, the Colorado National Guard company headquartered in Montrose is deploying overseas. According to the National Guard, the 947th Engineer Vertical Construction Co. is headed to the Middle East to help partner nations build capabilities and “deter Ira…
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Local restaurant worker loses his life in canoe accident; MCF helping to fund futures of Montrose seniors
Today. We have a tragic story coming out of Telluride. A restaurant worker, Daniel Simon, aged twenty-five, lost his life in a canoe accident on Trout Lake this past Sunday.
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Montrose High School faces challenges due to aging infrastructure; Second Chance Humane Society to enhance security following incident
Today - We look at the challenges faced by Montrose High School due to its complex layout and aging infrastructure.
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Changes in location/design of Montrose Veterans Memorial Plaza; The proposed Dolores Canyons National Monument
Today - We’re discussing the Montrose Veterans Memorial Plaza, a project dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of military members. Initially planned for Cerise Park, the memorial will now be located near the Montrose Pavilion. Despite changes in location and design, the memorial aims to …
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