Red Hawks 'on fire' as they notch homecoming win

Laying strangers to rest; footsteps of the past in dino tracks

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Stepping out, stepping in It was great to see so many people step out on Saturday to visit the Ute Indian Museum for Culture Fest. The second-annual, free event brought communities within the larger community together for food, fun, education — and dancing. I value Culture Fest, because it reminds me to step out of myself and what I know, and into something else (plus there is frybread!). Saturday, I missed the Bear Dance, but I caught the Round Dance, led by the family drum group Red Spirit. In it, City Councilor Dave Frank and museum Director CJ Brafford joined hands with others of all ages to literally step, side by side. "We call it a friendship dance," Red Spirit's emcee said, capturing the mood of the whole Culture Fest. Here are some highlights: (CJ Brafford, center, with community members in the Round Dance) (Harps and Hammers Dulcimer members, preparing the Celtic harp) (Even youngsters enjoyed the Round Dance) — Katharhynn, from the Newsroom. How 'bout that game! No, not the Broncos on Sunday (cries silently). Our very own Red Hawks! The boys brought the best to the field for victory on homecoming, as they trounced Lutheran, 36 - 14. Go, team! (Photo by William Woody) CONGRATULATIONS! ... to our Best of the Valley winners. Check out your awesome community members and businesses here, as decided by your votes. (Scroll down to click a category button.) We are blown away by the quality of nominees and winners this year. Congratulations to all! 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. https://www.montrosepress.com/free_access/foster-homes-fill-critical-need-for-shelter-cats/article_9a4a30a4-ca91-11ed-901d-23aeede5f39c.html

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MURA grants $403k to pediatric office within Colorado Outdoors Last week, the Montrose Urban Renewal Authority (MURA) board voted 8-1 in favor of providing $403,000 and change to an Alabama-based medical company that plans to open a pediatrician office within the Colorado Outdoors campus. Read More Stepping back in time — Ouray trackway represents rare Jurassic find One warm summer day in the 1950s, when Rick Trujillo was about 10 years old, he and some friends were hiking the hills in Ouray when they came upon something special. Read More Families pay respects to strangers whose ashes they received through Sunset Mesa body scam As they had in past years, Debbie Shults and a core group of others victimized in the Sunset Mesa Funeral Directors body-sale scheme gathered in Delta's Confluence Park. As in the past, the skies were clear and bright, the wind… Read More

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Breaking News: Texas fugitive captured near Cimarron

Gunnison County Sheriff's Office authorities on Wednesday captured a Texas fugitive deemed armed and dangerous.

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Texas fugitive captured near Cimarron Wednesday 9/20 at 12:47pm Gunnison County Sheriff's Office authorities on Wednesday captured a Texas fugitive deemed armed and dangerous. Read more INVEST IN YOUR LOCAL JOURNALISM Just $1.99 per week for The Montrose Daily Press.

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School's in session, be safe ...

Accident near MHS sends student to the hospital

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School's in session, be safe ... Yesterday, my kids came home from school with some jarring news: another student had been involved in a traffic accident. Along with other students, my daughter witnessed this accident. She saw this poor students hit by a vehicle as they crossed a street near the school, then dragged beneath the vehicle until it came to a stop. We're still finding out details about this tragic accident, but according Katharhynn Heidelberg's reporting the student was injured badly enough to require transportation to the hospital. We also know, according to police, that the driver of the vehicle involved in the accident was another student. As soon as we know more information — as soon as officials and family members confirm further information — we'll relay the details. In the meantime, it seems like an appropriate time to emphasize the advice of Montrose Police Cmdr. Chris Velasquez: "The school year is in full swing. There is a lot more pedestrian traffic around schools ... We're just asking everyone to keep safety in mind … whatever their mode of transportation may be, and just be diligent when driving and when walking as a pedestrian." Y'all be safe and be careful out there. 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 up.After 35 years, Daily Bread owners say 'Thank you' – and goodbye

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CMU's big deal — school offers to cover tuition for students making $65K or less Students on the Western Slope will soon have a new option when pursuing higher education — a free ride at Colorado Mesa University. CMU officials announced that the school will be funding tuition costs for students whose households make less than $65,000 annually. Read More Montrose airport celebrates new expansion propelled by ever-rising passenger numbers Alexander Weed buzzed with excitement. It was Thursday evening, and the youth stood proudly in front of a wall of kids' art at the Montrose Regional Airport — a wall at the new, northern expansion of the ever-burgeoning facility, that is. Soon, he headed down Montrose's first escalator in a public building with his parents Matt and Svetla, to watch Montrose County Commissioners Sue Hansen, Roger Rash and Keith Caddy officially cut a big blue ribbon with Aviation Director Lloyd Arnold, marking the official opening of the new expansion. Read More A small woman with a big heart: Marta Taylor, co-founder of Operation Sweet Tooth, remembered Marta Taylor stood all of 5-feet-1 — but that didn't stop her from loading up boxes of treats and other comfort items and hauling them to the post office in Montrose to be mailed to those serving overseas in the military. Read More

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