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Montrose Fresh

Montrose Daily Press

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/

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5:54

School District Buys Field House for Pre-K & MRH Eyes...

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2026/03/11

Today... Montrose’s school district is buying the rec district’s field house to turn it into a permanent preschool, while the rec district is using the sale proceeds to buy and renovate a larger former factory building for its future programs. And later... Montrose Regional Health says a proposed partnership with Community Hospital in Grand Junction could save millions each year without changing local control.Support the show:

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5:45

A New Slice Shop Takes Off in Montrose & Montrose...

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2026/03/09

Today... Pruf Pizza is a new Montrose slice shop blending punk-rock style, high-quality handmade pizza, and big ambitions into a fast-growing local favorite. And later... Montrose County has delayed naming its county manager finalists, citing unspecified circumstances, as the leadership search continues after months of turnover and instability.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:54

School Board Holds Off on Law Firm Vote & Escaped Cow...

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2026/03/06

Today... The Montrose school board is delaying its choice of a new law firm, while board member Tiffany Vincent says concerns about Brad Miller’s controversial firm are overblown because, in her view, Montrose would not pursue the kinds of actions that caused legal fights in other districts. And later... A local trail worker and mountain bike volunteer was seriously injured after an escaped cow charged him in a park, leaving him in intensive care with multiple fractures and a collapsed

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5:52

Hospital Seeks Dismissal of Nurse Discrimination Case...

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2026/03/04

Today... Montrose Regional Health is asking a federal court to permanently dismiss an EEOC lawsuit alleging it discriminated against older nurses, while the EEOC says the hospital fostered age-based harassment, retaliation, and wrongful terminations. And later... Hotchkiss Mayor Jim Wingfield resigned during a Thursday meeting over personal attacks, and Trustee Randy Thalmann also resigned later that evening, citing health issues.Support the show:

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6:32

Montrose’s 2026 Roadmap—From Childcare to...

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2026/03/02

Today...Montrose leaders recently touted 2025 gains on Main Street and downtown, and outlined 2026 plans for childcare, public safety, and major capital projects. And later...Montrose Regional Health is urging a federal judge to permanently dismiss the EEOC’s age-discrimination lawsuit alleging older nurses were retaliated against and forced out, while the hospital denies wrongdoing as the case moves into discovery.Support the show:

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6:17

Peak Virtual Academy Spark Lab Pitches & C. William...

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2026/02/27

Today..."Peak Virtual Academy" students turned trimester-long "Spark Lab" entrepreneurship projects into real pitches, earning seed funding for diverse ideas. And later...Western Slope author C William Langsfeld’s debut “Western noir” novel, "Salvation", is earning national praise, and he’ll give a reading and discussion at The Sherbino in Ridgway on March 4th.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for

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6:06

260+ rescued cats and dogs in Delta County & CBI...

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2026/02/25

Today...A Delta County woman was sentenced to 15 years of probation, home confinement, and over $83,000 in fines and restitution after authorities rescued more than 260 neglected cats and dogs from her property. And later...Bryan Cornwell was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for sending threatening emails to a "Colorado Bureau of Investigation" agent in 2023 while he was already awaiting sentencing for a 2022 threat to blow up the San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office.Support the show:

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6:42

Community Options’ 50-Unit Project & Colorado Debates...

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2026/02/23

Today..."Community Options" is set to buy land and plan a 50-unit affordable, universally designed apartment complex within Montrose’s proposed Hilltop Neighborhood mixed-income development. And later..."Colorado Parks and Wildlife" will consider a March petition to ban commercial sales of wildlife fur—while still allowing personal use—after advocates argued current trapping rules allow unlimited kills for many fur-bearers without solid population data.Support the show:

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6:05

Eatery 66 North Brings Seasonal Comfort Food to Main...

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2026/02/20

Today..."Eatery 66 North" has opened in downtown Montrose, bringing the Graves family’s locally sourced, seasonally changing comfort-focused menu and community gathering vibe—similar to their original Ridgway restaurant, but with new dishes and drinks. And later...Delta County deputies say they seized over 150 neglected animals—some dead—after serving a February 5th warrant at Mikaela Rivas’ Peach Valley property, leading to 141 misdemeanor animal-cruelty counts with

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6:43

Black Canyon Surgical Center Turns 20 After Major...

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2026/02/18

Today...Black Canyon Surgical Center is entering its 20th year after a major expansion that boosts capacity and supports rapid growth in staff, surgical volume, and advanced outpatient procedures like robotic-assisted knee replacement. And later...Local artists are hosting the "Art of the Canyon" show and online auction culminating February 28th to raise funds for Black Canyon wildfire restoration projects like re-seeding, invasive species removal, and rebuilding damaged infrastructure.Support the

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5:54

Madeline Hotel Wage Case Faces Dismissal & Emily...

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2026/02/13

Today...A federal magistrate recommended dismissing the wage-and-overtime suit over housekeeping at Telluride’s Madeline Hotel, saying its operator wasn’t the women’s employer because they were H-2B workers hired and paid by contractor "Mountain Premier" and the hotel couldn’t fire them. And later...Emily Scott Robinson, a North Carolina–born, Telluride-based “mountain girl,” channels her Appalachian roots and Western Colorado life into a new album.Support

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MCSD Staff Push Back on Brad Miller Firm & DMEA...

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2026/02/11

Today...Montrose County School District staff, led by UVEA, are urging the school board to avoid hiring Brad Miller’s law firm, citing concerns about controversy, transparency, rising legal costs, and potential threats to employee contracts. And later...Delta-Montrose Electric Association canceled its planned 20-megawatt solar array and withdrew from a $72 million loan after a new cost review found inflation, financing and compliance requirements, and uncertain incentives could push member

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5:58

Community-Based Tools for Chronic Stress & Ed...

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2026/02/09

Today...A recent Telluride event highlighted how chronic stress impacts mental health in mountain towns and emphasized grounding, awareness, and community support as key tools for healing. And later...Ed Lafferty, a retired construction executive, is running for Montrose County commissioner with a focus on smart growth, fiscal transparency, and applying real-world leadership to local government.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See

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7:02

Mother-Daughter Designers Rework Old Quilts &...

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2026/02/06

Today...In their Delta studio, a mother-daughter duo is turning forgotten quilts and tablecloths into one-of-a-kind fashion—reviving the past one stitch at a time. And later... A Western Colorado University alum turned a hated cardboard-cutting chore into "Box Blade"—and took it to "Shark Tank" hoping the exposure would boost an already-profitable business.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:59

Who Gets Out on Low or No Bail in Montrose? & What to...

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2026/02/04

Today...Montrose County Sheriff Gene Lillard is highlighting low or no-bail releases to show how recent bail reforms, in his view, let repeat offenders walk free with little oversight—creating a cycle that puts public safety at risk. And later... This week in Montrose offers musical theatre, food-packing for a cause, casino night, karaoke, a local talent show, and more ways to connect and give back.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See

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A Youth Video Contest with a Conservation Message & A...

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2026/02/04

Today...West Slope Outdoors Alliance has launched its first youth video contest for kids eighteen and under to film ninety-second "Leave No Trace" videos by May 15th, with prizes and plans to share winning entries widely. And later...Crisosto Apache has been named Colorado’s new Poet Laureate for a two-year term, succeeding Andrea Gibson and focusing on youth engagement and statewide poetry outreach. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See

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5:43

Spiritual Awareness Center Closes After 21 Years &...

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2026/02/02

Today... The Spiritual Awareness Center in Montrose has closed after twenty-one years, as its founder retires, leaving behind a legacy of inclusive spiritual service and community connection. And later...Tim Stroh is running for Montrose County Commissioner in District Three, emphasizing his government and revitalization experience to bring stability and preserve the community’s character amid leadership turnover.Support the show:

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5:34

A New Direct Primary Care Practice Opens in Montrose...

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2026/01/30

Today...Andrew Beard, a former Marine and nurse practitioner, left corporate healthcare to open Montrose Direct Primary Care, offering personalized, accessible, and spiritually mindful care through a direct membership model. And later...The Montrose Home, Garden, and Business Expo is back this weekend for the first time since the pandemic—and it’s all about local pride. More than fifty vendors from the area will gather at Friendship Hall on the fairgrounds.Support the show:

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5:59

A Rough January for Jeff Hurd & MHS Jazz Heads to...

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2026/01/28

Today...Colorado Congressman, Jeff Hurd, is facing a tough January -- with a healthcare bill stalled in the Senate, a surprising veto from President Trump blocking a vital water project, and federal disaster aid denied. And later...Montrose High School’s Advanced Jazz Ensemble has been selected to perform at the prestigious 2026 Colorado Music Educators Association State Conference, highlighting their excellence and dedication.Support the show:

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Shepherd’s Hand shifts pantry services to partners &...

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2026/01/26

Today...Shepherd’s Hand is closing its food pantry for housed clients and redirecting them to Sharing Ministries and the Grace Center while continuing its meals, outreach, and other core services. And later...Jevon Vigil was sentenced to probation, treatment, and restitution for fatally shooting two pregnant cows in a drunken act the judge called a critical turning point in his life.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for

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