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Show appreciation: Today we celebrate the men and women in blue who protect our communities daily. January 9 is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. There are a number of ways to show your support: • Wear blue clothing in support of law enforcement; • Send a card of support to your local police department or state agency; • Share a story about a positive law enforcement experience on social media; • Ask children to write letters in support of law enforcement; • Participate in Project Blue Light — proudly display your blue light in support of law enforcement. 7 year sentencing: A "mid-level" methamphetamine dealer who was one of 13 people federally indicted on drug trafficking offenses last year was sentenced on Wednesday to seven years in prison for her role in the ring. Naomi Vaughn, 36, previously pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute meth and had faced a maximum of 10 years behind bars. Surveillance work determined Vaughn and her husband Joseph Davis received multiple pounds of meth at their Spring Creek Road home from others indicted on conspiracy charges, as well as from individuals who have not entered a plea. These drugs then were sold for a profit. Vaccinations: Montrose County Public Health and its medical partners are eager to vaccinate as many residents as possible against COVID-19, but must navigate a slim supply, as well as an apparent reluctance among about half of those eligible for the current rollout. "We need vaccine. The county is ready to go. We feel we can do around 5,000 doses a week," said Dr. Joe Adragna, pandemic specialist for the county. 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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