Northern lights on the Western Slope …

Northern lights on the Western Slope …

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Northern lights on the Western Slope … Last night, the skies of the Western Slope glowed green and red, bathed in the northern lights. According to Art Trevena, of the Black Canyon Astronomical Society, it was the most spectacular aurora borealis he's seen: "You could see these curtains and pillars, extending up into the sky and the red, the dusky red color was pretty impressive." Reflecting on the light display this morning, Trevena explained why this aurora appeared so vivid — and said we could be in store for more northern lights displays in area skies tonight. You can read the story at montrosepress.com.  Have a Good One,  Jeremy Morrison, managing editor 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

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