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A freshly signed law will protect access to telehealth in Colorado, even after the COVID-19 pandemic ends.

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SOME VENDORS AT THE LOCAL FARMERS MARKET are reporting an uptick in sales despite average or less-than-average attendance. The vendors don't really know why sales are up, but they've got their hunches. A FAVORITE FRUIT: I'm sure you weren't wondering, but today is National Blueberry Day. The tasty fruit is rich with fiber and antioxidants, can help lower cholesterol and reduces the risk of cancer. Blueberries can even slow the aging process. Some fun facts about blueberries: • Indigenous peoples of North America called them "star fruits" because of the five-pointed star shape at the blossom end of the berry. •One large handful of blueberries contains about 44 calories but has 2 grams of dietary fiber and 10% of your daily recommended vitamin C content. Read more fun facts here. THE COMMUNITY CAME TOGETHER Friday to show its support for three wish kids who had their wishes postponed due to the coronavirus. Make-A-Wish worked with local coordinators to organize a Parade of Wishes to celebrate wish kids Shantal, Anabel and Kaylie. The community met at Cerise Park at 9:15 a.m., where they finished decorating their vehicles and got a chance to meet other members of the community.   INVEST IN YOUR LOCAL JOURNALISM Just $1.99 per week - Become a member of your community today.

New state law keeps coverage for telehealth services intact, even after pandemic ends A freshly signed law will protect access to telehealth in Colorado, even after the COVID-19 pandemic ends. Read More Father, son ID'd as Sara Lane fatalities The two people found dead last week in a home on Sara E. Lane have been identified as father and son, Thomas M. Courser, 73, and Andrew T. Courser, 34, both of Montrose. Read More Montrose City Council to vote on DMEA ballot question for renewal of franchise agreement Montrose City Council discussed the ballot question for renewal of the DMEA franchise agreement during the July 6 work session, which "governs the sale of electricity to DMEA's members within Montrose city limits." Read More

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