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Today... Montrose County commissioners passed flexible new regulations for power-generation facilities, ending a long moratorium and allowing solar projects with case-by-case oversight and public input.

And later... This week in Montrose brings pet care clinics, a city budget forum, nature talks, a local book signing, Santa’s Cabin, and...

Today... There’s been a shift in leadership on the Montrose County School Board. After years in the minority, Neisha Balleck now holds the gavel as board president, following a unanimous vote by her fellow members.

And later... Middle Way Midwifery, led by licensed midwife Jaime Doty, offers personalized, full-spectrum care for low-risk...

Today... The United Methodist Church in Montrose has settled with the city over its backyard encampment for unhoused people, agreeing to probation and dropping appeals in exchange for dismissal of most citations and avoiding formal convictions.

And later... Montrose kicked off the holiday season with a festive tree lighting downtown, and celebrations continue this weekend with the annual Vintage Christmas-themed "Parade of Lights".

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Today... Unify Montrose is urgently seeking seventy-thousand dollars to keep the Lighthouse shelter open seven nights a week this winter, as zoning restrictions, rising demand, and delayed grant funding leave the city’s only legal overnight shelter at risk.

And later... Metaphorse, a nonprofit in Montrose offers equine-assisted learning for people facing life’s toughest moments. Whether it’s trauma, addiction, or ...

Today... Montrose celebrates the start of the holiday season with a “Vintage Christmas”-themed Small Business Saturday, featuring local shopping, festive activities, and community events that support small businesses.

And later... Montrose kicks off its “Vintage Christmas” season this Friday with a tree-lighting ceremony and opening of Santa’s Cabin, followed by weekend festivities and the Parade of Li...

Today... Kirstin Copeland has been sworn in as Montrose County Commissioner for District One, stepping into the role with a focus on urgent issues like the county budget and energy regulations.

And later... The Colorado State Patrol is increasing holiday-week enforcement to curb speeding, aggression, and impaired driving, urging travelers to ...

Today... Western Colorado’s water crisis is intensifying, prompting urgent local dialogue on sustainable use, interstate pressure, and protecting rural communities amid mounting scarcity.

And later... Scott Hawkins is stepping down as Montrose County’s emergency manager after six impactful years, during which he led major emergency initiatives and earned regional recognition for his service.

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Today... Region Ten has launched a mobile food trailer as part of its Business Cultivator program, giving aspiring entrepreneurs hands-on experience and training in the fast-growing mobile food industry.

And later... The Montrose Community Thanksgiving Dinner urgently needs more volunteers and meal delivery requests ahead of its free holiday event serving thousands, with a sign-up deadline of noon on November 26th.

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Today... Colorado’s judicial discipline commission is seeking to remove San Miguel County Judge Sean Murphy over chronic delays, unprofessional courtroom behavior, and failure to respond to oversight.

And later... A fifty-six-year-old Ridgway man, Colin Kimber, died from a suspected medical episode while ice climbing near Precipice Peak...

Today... Montrose’s new San Juan Cancer Center Medical Oncology and Infusion Center expands local access to cancer care with more space, staff, and faster treatment.

And later... Police say a Delta Middle School student was removed from campus and faces charges after allegedly using Discord and email to threaten twenty-seven classmates.

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Today... Paonia artist Seth Weber’s new Montrose City Hall mural blends painted and sculptural elements to celebrate the region’s landscape while reflecting his broader commitment to community-focused public art.

And later... A rare and vivid display of the northern lights lit up Colorado’s Western Slope Tuesday night due to a strong solar storm, with a chance for another sighting Wednesday if skies stay clear.

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Today... Montrose voters narrowly rejected a proposed update to the city charter that included mostly minor changes, but also two more debated items on judge residency and council term limits.

And later... The historic Montrose County Courthouse, built in 1923, has reopened after a fifteen million dollar renovation that modernized its infrastructure, preserved key historic elements, and restored public access.

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Today... The Montrose County Commissioner is likely to be recalled after a contentious campaign citing workplace issues and public frustration.

And later... A Montrose man is accused of attempted murder after police say he broke into his former girlfriend’s home and attacked another man with a knife.

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Today... Ice conducted a low-profile immigration operation in Montrose, detaining at least two individuals while local police observed but did not intervene, and few details have been released.

And later... A sixteen-year-old is facing attempted murder charges after allegedly shooting and critically injuring a woman at a Montrose Halloween pa...

Today... The FBI is seeking public help to locate nine year-old Melodee Buzzard, last seen near the Utah–Colorado border on October 9th, as a multi-state investigation unfolds into her disappearance with her uncooperative mother.

And later... Montrose has completed its “Year of Main Street” revitalization, finishing months o...

Today... Montrose Community Dinners returns November 27th, with a free Thanksgiving meal honoring Kevin Kuns.

And later... Montrose County’s school board races are officially non-partisan, but party endorsements and campaign tactics reveal a growing influence of politics in local education decisions.

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Today... Shirley Koch is appealing her fifteen-year prison sentence in the Sunset Mesa body-selling fraud, arguing that her lesser role and minimal contact with victims don’t justify such a harsh punishment.

And later... Montrose County voters will decide whether to recall Commissioner Scott Mijares and replace him with Kirstin Copeland...

Today... The Montrose High School Pride of Montrose Marching Band set a new school record and earned fifth place at the Colorado State Championship, capping off a season defined by hard work, unity, and pride.

And later... This November, Montrose voters will decide whether to update the city’s charter — basically, the local govern...

Today... More than twenty-eight hundred Montrose County households — that’s over five thousand people — could see delays in their snap benefits if the federal shutdown continues past October 31st.

And later... This season was a special one for the Montrose High School Mountain Bike team — and a farewell to longtime director Chris Brown.

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