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A privilege I've enjoyed many assignments, but few as much as I enjoyed last Thursday, when I sat down with Louis "Babe" Faussone. Mr. Faussone served in WWII, enlisting a few days before he would have been drafted. He served in Japan, came home, and ran a farm for decades with his brother. It did not take long for him to also reveal himself as a generous, considerate human being. He not only served our country, but also established scholarships for students who maybe don't bring home all As, and he founded a book club, among other acts of service. Also, he is just a joy to be around. No wonder, then, that he has so many friends in town, and through Welcome Home Alliance for Veterans. You can help them celebrate Dec. 14, when they will gather at Welcome Home from 8 - 10 a.m. for an open house in celebration of Mr. Faussone's 100th birthday. Happy Birthday, Babe! SOS: Save Our Supper Montrose Community Dinner is still seeking someone to replace the kitchen manager, who is a critical part of the annual, free Thanksgiving Day meal at Friendship Hall. The board is covered for this year, but the current kitchen manager is retiring, and board needs someone willing to learn the ropes by shadowing her this year. Cash donations and volunteers for the meal are also always welcome and needed to help feed you and roughly 2,500 of your friends and neighbors. If you have a background in restaurants, cooking, organization, ordering supplies — or a willing heart — please contact Holly Padilla at 970-729-1287 or holly.pe@hotmail.com. Learn more about the annual Thanksgiving dinner here. — Katharhynn, from the Newsroom. QUICK LINKS Listen to our podcast Montrose Fresh, it's available everywhere podcasts are found including Apple, Pandora, Spotify and Amazon Music Remember those we've lost in our obituaries section View the letter to the editor. If you would like to submit a letter please email: editor@montrosepress.com Get today's weather forecast Check out our classifieds and explore the MDP e-editions Already a subscriber, but need to activate your digital account? Click here to create an account or call our office at 970-249-3444 and we'll get you all set. https://www.montrosepress.com/free_access/foster-homes-fill-critical-need-for-shelter-cats/article_9a4a30a4-ca91-11ed-901d-23aeede5f39c.htm

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VOLLEYBALL: Red Hawks wrap up season with trip to state tourney Although the Montrose volleyball team saw its season come to an end thanks to a three-set loss to The Classical Academy on Friday night, the team left the Denver Coliseum with an identifiable sign of progression. Read More A taste of Hollywood: Film Exposure Program let MHS students direct their own production When it comes to the film and television production industry it may seem like all roads lead to Los Angeles, but local and state filmmakers and staff want rural students to know that doesn't have to be the case– they… Read More Red Hawks win over Pueblo West, 35-28 Even by moving to the quarterfinals of the Class 4A football playoffs, Montrose learned a valuable lesson on Saturday. Read More

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School board elections result in philosophical split

Following an election season defined by political and philosophical differences between candidates, the Montrose County School District will seat three new members to its school board, as well as one returning incumbent.

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Riding the valley Earlier this year we ran a guide to mountain biking in the Grand Valley, and unfortunately due to an unpleasant tailbone injury I couldn't exactly "research" the article the way I would have liked to. But, in the past few months since I've healed I've made some time to hit the trails in and around Grand Junction. Thanks to my conversations with the locals, I knew exactly where to go, but I found some of my own spots too. I'm not a great mountain biker– since I learned more about the other trail systems, I've basically ditched the Lunch Loops due to how technical they are. They're totally gorgeous trails– they're just a little much for me. Over in Fruita, the 18 Road trails promise long, fun downhill runs that I had a blast riding– just be ready to pay for them physically. It takes a climb up an ascending trail or dirt road to reach most of the downhill trailheads, and we were definitely sweating by the end of it. You can park at the top– but you'll still have to get back to your car. Meanwhile in Loma, Rustlers, part of the Kokopelli network, was one of the most well-constructed beginner trails I've ever seen, with beautiful views of the Colorado River. It even has signs posted along the route with tips and tricks on how to navigate certain obstacles, and the other trails in the system promised similar cool views and tougher terrain. Finally, last week my dad came to town and wanted to ride, and picked something called the "Old Spanish Trail" that he wanted to try. I'd never heard of it, but it starts right in town and, when merged with the "Gunnison Bluffs Trail," can form a roughly 8 or 12.5 mile loop depending how you ride it. A trail map is easy to find on the internet, and it was an awesome mix of climbs and descents which for about half the trail ran right along the river. I believe it's open to dirt bikes too, but I'd still totally recommend the trail. Cheers, Kylea The Gunnison Bluffs and Old Spanish trails intersect near the Colorado River in Grand Junction QUICK LINKS Listen to our podcast Montrose Fresh, it's available everywhere podcasts are found including Apple, Pandora, Spotify and Amazon Music Remember those we've lost in our obituaries section View the letter to the editor. If you would like to submit a letter please email: editor@montrosepress.com Get today's weather forecast Check out our classifieds and explore the MDP e-editions Already a subscriber, but need to activate your digital account? Click here to create an account or call our office at 970-249-3444 and we'll get you all set up.

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School board elections result in philosophical split Following an election season defined by political and philosophical differences between candidates, the Montrose County School District will seat three new members to its school board, as well as one returning incumbent. Read More Ridgway Independent Film Festival returns to Sherbino's silver screen The 9th annual Ridgway Independent Film Festival is growing this year, with three nights and one afternoon of features across two venues in Ridgway starting tonight (Nov.9) and wrapping up Sunday afternoon. Read More Olathe voters appear to green light pot in town; unofficial results show sales tax measure narrowly defeated Two out of three's not bad, at least not where the Town of Olathe was concerned on Election Day. Voters there appear to have rejected a bid for a 1% public safety sales tax, but green lighted two measures that… Read More

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