Where's the money? Red planet and holiday celebrations | From the Newsroom

Sites that have gone unexamined since the 1950s and 60s could yield more information about Shavano Valley's prehistory and Dominguez Archaeological Research Group is paving the way for a possible new excavation.

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WHERE'S THE MONEY? The COVID-19 pandemic has had a sweeping effect on people and the economy, but when it comes to the governor's wish list for a special legislative session, local lawmakers have a question: Where's the money going to come from? Governor Jared Polis called for a special legislative session, to begin Monday. He is asking the General Assembly to take action on several needs. THANKSGIVING TO GO: Although this year, Friendship Hall was not filled to the gills with happy, hungry community members waiting to dine inside on a Thanksgiving feast, it was still a hive of activity as volunteers rushed to send meals to waiting cars. With gathering sizes limited due to COVID-19, Montrose Community Dinners planned well in advance for an alternative community meal — the board switched operations for delivery or takeaway only, assembled the volunteers … and, come Thanksgiving morning, got to work. RED PLANET: Red Planet Day, November 28, recognizes the planet which has captivated human observers for countless years, Mars. Right now, we know that Mars is red thanks to photographs beamed back to Earth from American rovers. For centuries, the naked human eye has been able to detect the reddish tinge of the solar system's fourth planet, glimmering in the night sky. Little did scientists know, the red on Mars' surface came from a preponderance of iron oxide, common rust. On Red Planet Day we celebrate our fascination with Mars, along with all the scientific advancements into understanding the dusty planet.

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Archaeologists giving Shavano Valley sites a second look Sites that have gone unexamined since the 1950s and 60s could yield more information about Shavano Valley's prehistory and Dominguez Archaeological Research Group is paving the way for a possible new excavation. Read More City announces alternative holiday celebrations Montrose will not skimp on Christmas spirit this year, despite not being able to hold an in-person Parade of Lights and official Christmas tree-lighting ceremony because of pandemic restrictions. Read More Need to be tested for COVID-19? Here's what you need to know about local testing sites As the COVID-19 case numbers continue to see an increase, counties across the Western Slope are ramping up testing. Read More

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