Remembering Pope Francis | From the Newsroom

New sentence in body-scheme fraud case; Flea market for a cause

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A stabilizing force in a world gone off-kilter Confession: I am not Catholic. I am a backslidden Baptist who drops by the Methodist church from time to time. But I don't have to be Catholic to recognize leaders like Pope Francis, who died April 21 at the age of 88, just hours after appearing to the public for Easter. Francis, who was born in Buenos Aires as Jorge Mario Bergoglio, was a figure like no other. As anyone, he had his flaws and he made missteps. But he also stood for humility, grace, compassion, and a true champion of the poor. A phenomenal piece put forth by The New York Times details his background, legacy and, yes, some of his flaws. The article, "Francis, the First Latin American Pope, dies at 88," is a comprehensive look at an incredible man. It is well worth the read. I mentioned that his faith and mine are not the same. But Pope Francis was one of those rare people who could inspire admiration even from those who were not part of his Church. In my humble estimation, the world is poorer without him. May he rest in peace. — Katharhynn, from the Newsroom

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Judge: Fraud scheme involving bodies propelled by greed; Hess, Koch receive new sentences identical to original ones Megan Hess and Shirley's Koch's conduct was far from altruistic when they operated a scheme to obtain bodies for the research, experimentation and medical markets through Hess' Sunset Mesa Funeral Directors and Donor Services Inc., U.S. District Judge Christine Arguello… Read More 'It's been a long time coming': City infrastructure projects are moving along Drivers in Montrose have been seeing plenty of orange lately, as construction progresses on infrastructure projects throughout the city. But, according to city officials, it looks like new major road closures aren't on the horizon. Read More Flea market for a cause: Over 100 vendors are gearing up for the Montrose Women's Club's annual Flea Market and Bazaar Art, photography, antiques, collectables and locally-made crafts are just a few things patrons will find at the Montrose Women's Club's annual Flea Market and Bazaar Friday and Saturday at Friendship Hall. Read More

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