A handful of tenants have already moved into the first of 96 apartment units to hit the market from Basecamp

Jennifer Hess was sentenced to 10 years in prison for her involvement in a body donation scheme

Californians are often blamed for Colorado politics, but what’s the real story?

The Montrose County School District is joining a class action lawsuit against social media companies for their alleged negative impact on children and teens’ mental health. 

A dress code policy update sparked discussion during the most recent Montrose County School District board meeting.

Today - Hope and Home, a nonprofit that connects children with foster families, recently opened an office in Delta to serve the Western Slope.

Colorado’s courts are looking for input as they consider the best way to make virtual hearings permanent.

Back in April of 2022 the City of Montrose purchased the old Wells Fargo building for $1.5 million. Now, moving day is near.

Today - A presentation at the Ute Indian Museum teaches mountain medicine. And later- A man named Christopher Larsen was arrested in Delta County after a harrowing police chase. late feb

Billy Goat Hop Farm of Montrose recently made history as the first farm outside of Washington and Oregon to win the Cascade Cup.

Today - Montrose County Planning Commissioner Dennis Murphy drew on a personal story in relaying his concerns with a proposed gravel pit expansion near Maple Grove. And later- House District 58 Representative Marc Catlin said that the time has come to make permanent a state office that focuses on rural Colorado. early feb

Today - For the Colorado State Patrol troopers who will soon conduct a “surge” enforcement campaign in Delta County, the goal is zero — zero crashes, or if not that, zero traffic fatalities. And later- The fifth-annual Montrose’s Got Talent took place over the weekend.

Today - SNAP amounts are reverting to previous income-based levels, while at the same time, food prices are soaring for everyone.

Today - Members of the community who attended this month’s Montrose Regional Library board of trustees meeting Monday were astonished at how big the crowd was. And later- The Magic Circle Players will take audiences down the memory lanes of Route 66 in this year’s “My Funny Valentine” fundraiser.

Today - Montrose County has opened its own, in-house parental visitation program, with integrated services aimed at reducing a family’s involvement in the child welfare system. And later- The stalking case against a former Montrose resident was dismissed with prejudice on Thursday, just days before trial.

Today - The Hispanic Affairs Project received a major nod from the Community Resource Center, the Denver-based entity working to bolster and sustain a healthy nonprofit sector in the state. And later- If all goes according to plan, a city-owned property on Cerro Summit will be home to a professionally designed mountain biking park, complete with options for beginners and experts.

Today - Montrose County Planning Commissioner Dennis Murphy drew on a personal story in relaying his concerns with a proposed gravel pit expansion near Maple Grove. And later- House District 58 Representative Marc Catlin said that the time has come to make permanent a state office that focuses on rural Colorado.

Today - The Hispanic Affairs Project received a major nod from the Community Resource Center, the Denver-based entity working to bolster and sustain a healthy nonprofit sector in the state. And later- If all goes according to plan, a city-owned property on Cerro Summit will be home to a professionally designed mountain biking park, complete with options for beginners and experts.

Today - Due to market changes in the recycling industry, the City of Montrose, in partnership with Waste Management, has made changes to the Single-Stream Recycling Program.  And later- Residents of Ophir felt the full force of winter last Wednesday

Today - Earlier this week, Sheriff’s investigators recovered multiple firearms and other items stolen from a Montrose home.  And later- Stephen Varela, of Pueblo, is the new U.S. Congressional District 3 representative to the State Board of Education. He represents 27 Colorado counties, including Montrose County.

The City of Montrose is selling a small parcel of land located on the Black Canyon Golf Course back to the individual who originally donated the property.

Representative Perry Will to replace Bob Rankin as state senator for District 5

Today - Chipeta Road’s anticipated traffic signal is almost complete, but final materials have to be delivered before the new signal is lit. And later - More than eight months after the suspicious death of a 5-year-old girl in Montezuma County, no arrests have been made, and no charges have been filed in the case.

Today - Commercial flights across the country have taken a hit in the last week, with thousands of cancellations nationwide. Montrose Regional Airport has been no exception. And Later - Aurora Diaz and Tyler Hawk of Montrose are the proud parents of the first child born in Montrose County in the new year!

Colorado voters approved Proposition FF; Olathe 8th graders place into Colorado Middle School All-State Choir

Today -After almost 50 years, Lucia Rodriguez retires from Montrose Regional Health. And later - City of Delta staffers made an interesting find earlier this month in a storage unit at Fort Uncompahgre Interpretive center: a human skull, along with other partial human remains.

Today - A plan to expand an existing gravel pit near Maple Grove ran into a wall of opposition from affected neighbors.

Today - Jesikah Rodriguez and her father George have taken ownership of the Tru Vu Drive In in Delta with the goal of restoring the venue to its former glory.  And Later - Montrose City Councilors placed two more structures on the city’s Register of Historic Places.

Today - Black Canyon High School is an alternative school that offers a personalized and flexible education for students who may not fit within the traditional classroom setting.

Today - we're taking a closer look at the process of reconsideration, which is what happens when a community member objects to books or other materials available in public libraries. And later - Black Canyon Surgical Associates, located in Montrose has been recognized by Newsweek as one of the top 13 ambulatory surgery centers in the state. 

Today - Montrose is providing support to refugees of the war in Ukraine.  And Later - Prospective residents of Basecamp apartments in Montrose can now view floor plans of the units that are set to open in mid-January.

Today - An area woman will spend three years on federal probation for her role in a fake invoice scheme that defrauded Western Area Power Authority in Montrose of hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Today - Renovation has begun for Region 10’s new Entrepreneurial Business Resource Center, at a location once home to the Boys and Girls Club. 

Today - Colorado Canyons Association is partnering with the Montrose County School District Engagement Center in a series of free hikes for middle-schoolers. The pilot program endeavors to move kids outside while providing an alternative to the traditional classroom space.

Today - A swift response came from the U.S. District Court for former Montrose funeral home director Megan Hess’ bid to push her sentencing hearing to a later date: There have been enough delays.

Today - Randall Spaur not only teaches business technology education at Olathe High School, but is hoping to re-establish a strong computer science presence for students through his Computer and Robotics program and afterschool program.

Second Chance Humane Society celebrates 10 years; Trails Magazine plans first issue

Homes For Our Troops introduces third veteran recipient of specially adapted home

The federal government stands poised to receive the bulk of cash seized as part of evidence in the February murders of two Paonia residents.

The “marathon” — preparing a massive Thanksgiving Day meal to which the entire community is invited — is now underway. After a two-year hiatus, Montrose Community Dinners will this year be hosting guests in person. They’ll also be delivering meals.

Today - The City opts out of state Family and Medical Leave Insurance program Also - A perk for veterans across Colorado

Today - Montrose City Clerk recently honored by her peers. Also - Why Sportsman's Warehouse opened a new location in Montrose.

Today - A settlement of three physicians’ discrimination suit against the Delta hospital may be in the works. Next - The Knights of Pythias building is now officially part of the City of Montrose’s Register of Historic Places.

Today - Montrose County commissioners considered future needs and the current cost of housing several departments when they approved $1.26 million for the engineering and design of a new campus. Later - Delta County Library District Director LaDonna Gunn said building age and maintenance costs are among the reasons why the district decided to relocate the Delta branch.

Today - A sharp plunge to 30 degrees last week and a decent blanket of snow across Montrose - and that the only sign Garey Martinez needed. Later - Mayfly Outdoors was recognized for its dedication to coldwater conservation. The Montrose-based business accepted the Exemplary Industry Partner Award from Colorado Trout Unlimited earlier this month.

Today - A local surgical team is taking its members’ skills to Honduras to serve others — and to gain critical perspective. Next - Did you know that intentionally feeding wildlife is illegal in Colorado? Colorado Parks and Wildlife recently reminded residents to properly dispose of pumpkins following Halloween rather than leaving them out for wildlife to consume.

Today - Housing prices and availability continue to press most people in Montrose. But for vulnerable veterans, the situation is even more dire. Later - The Black Canyon Boys and Girls Club has relocated to its permanent home at 1869 East Main.

Today -One week after ballots were mailed to registered voters, a steady stream of them have been returned, with few concerns raised to election workers in Montrose County. Later - Montrose County School District is joining the Special Olympics Colorado Hall of Fame next month, and six students are making the trek to Denver to receive the award.

Today - The River Meadows West mobile home community is now Hidden Lake Mobile Home Park and, following a county zoning change for mobile home parks, can add roughly 30 more homes. Later - We’re excited to highlight our Athlete of the week - Montrose Red Hawk Jonas Graff!