Jim Scott was on a mission when, thousand-foot increment by increment, he acclimated to higher altitude in the San Juans with long time friends Charlie and Diane Winger of Montrose. Make that two missions: Scott wanted to climb Africa’s towering Mt. Kilim... See more
Montrose County added its voice to those calling upon President Donald J. Trump to approve a major disaster declaration for Ouray County, in wake of the massive Gold Mountain Fire and monsoonal floods that ripped down burn scars and damaged homes. “Presid... See more
The broiling summer isn’t only making things miserable for humans — it’s also hard on fish, as the sun elevates water temperatures. This year, too, several massive wildfires are leaving burn scars that could send ash and debris flow into waterways, furthe... See more
The children Antonio Aviles harmed are severely traumatized to the point that their ability to testify at trial is in doubt, Deputy District Attorney Mark Franklin said Monday, when asked to explain a plea deal that would send Aviles to community correcti... See more
Local food bank operators can attest: Hunger hits home. Sharing Ministries Food Bank, serving multiple nonprofits and individuals in Montrose and surrounding counties, saw an 89% increase in visits over the last five years. Visits from those experiencing ... See more
