Montrose Fresh
522 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsExplore the people, news and events that keep the Uncompahgre Valley moving forward. The Montrose Press's podcast, Montrose Fresh, brings you insights into the home of the Black Canyon National Park three days a week.
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Free hikes for middle-schoolers as educational alternative; Remembering Goldie Hansen
November 28, 2022 12:57 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MBToday - Colorado Canyons Association is partnering with the Montrose County School District Engagement Center in a series of free hikes for middle-schoolers. The pilot program endeavors to move kids outside while providing an alternative to the traditional classroom space. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. District Court says former Montrose funeral home director can't push hearing; Seasonal festivities in Montrose
November 25, 2022 12:00 - 5 minutes - 5.24 MBToday - A swift response came from the U.S. District Court for former Montrose funeral home director Megan Hess’ bid to push her sentencing hearing to a later date: There have been enough delays. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Olathe teacher brings back Computer and Robotics program; A big decision from Montrose County Planning Commission
November 23, 2022 12:56 - 5 minutes - 4.66 MBToday - Randall Spaur not only teaches business technology education at Olathe High School, but is hoping to re-establish a strong computer science presence for students through his Computer and Robotics program and afterschool program. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Second Chance Humane Society celebrates 10 years; Trails Magazine plans first issue
November 21, 2022 19:04 - 4 minutes - 3.68 MBSecond Chance Humane Society celebrates 10 years; Trails Magazine plans first issue Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Homes For Our Troops introduces veteran to new home; Montrose alum finishes CMU career with 303 points
November 18, 2022 17:31 - 5 minutes - 4.8 MBHomes For Our Troops introduces third veteran recipient of specially adapted home Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Federal Govt. stands to receive bulk of cash seized in Paonia murders; Hotchkiss marijuana ballot question has passed
November 16, 2022 20:25 - 4 minutes - 4.02 MBThe federal government stands poised to receive the bulk of cash seized as part of evidence in the February murders of two Paonia residents. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Montrose Community Dinners to host Thanksgiving in person; San Miguel Power Authority proposing rate raise
November 14, 2022 13:43 - 4 minutes - 4.51 MBThe “marathon” — preparing a massive Thanksgiving Day meal to which the entire community is invited — is now underway. After a two-year hiatus, Montrose Community Dinners will this year be hosting guests in person. They’ll also be delivering meals. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
City opts out of state Family and Medical Leave Insurance program; Veterans get free access to Colorado State parks
November 11, 2022 14:32 - 5 minutes - 4.69 MBToday - The City opts out of state Family and Medical Leave Insurance program Also - A perk for veterans across Colorado Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Montrose City Clerk recently honored by her peers; Why Sportsman's Warehouse opened a new location in Montrose
November 09, 2022 13:58 - 5 minutes - 4.85 MBToday - Montrose City Clerk recently honored by her peers. Also - Why Sportsman's Warehouse opened a new location in Montrose. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Settlement of three physicians’ suit against the Delta hospital in the works; Knights of Pythias building officially a 'Historical Place'
November 07, 2022 14:12 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MBToday - A settlement of three physicians’ discrimination suit against the Delta hospital may be in the works. Next - The Knights of Pythias building is now officially part of the City of Montrose’s Register of Historic Places. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
County commissioners approve $1.26 million to design new campus; Delta County Library relocating
November 04, 2022 13:00 - 4 minutes - 4.2 MBToday - Montrose County commissioners considered future needs and the current cost of housing several departments when they approved $1.26 million for the engineering and design of a new campus. Later - Delta County Library District Director LaDonna Gunn said building age and maintenance costs are among the reasons why the district decided to relocate the Delta branch. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
Montrose Lighthouse emergency shelter opens due to cold; Mayfly Outdoors recognized for coldwater conservation
November 02, 2022 13:03 - 4 minutes - 4.33 MBToday - A sharp plunge to 30 degrees last week and a decent blanket of snow across Montrose - and that the only sign Garey Martinez needed. Later - Mayfly Outdoors was recognized for its dedication to coldwater conservation. The Montrose-based business accepted the Exemplary Industry Partner Award from Colorado Trout Unlimited earlier this month. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local surgical team is taking its members’ skills to Honduras; How to dispose of your pumpkins properly this year
October 31, 2022 13:02 - 4 minutes - 4.39 MBToday - A local surgical team is taking its members’ skills to Honduras to serve others — and to gain critical perspective. Next - Did you know that intentionally feeding wildlife is illegal in Colorado? Colorado Parks and Wildlife recently reminded residents to properly dispose of pumpkins following Halloween rather than leaving them out for wildlife to consume. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...
Housing prices and availability press veterans in Montrose; Black Canyon Boys and Girls Club has relocated
October 28, 2022 13:01 - 5 minutes - 4.85 MBToday - Housing prices and availability continue to press most people in Montrose. But for vulnerable veterans, the situation is even more dire. Later - The Black Canyon Boys and Girls Club has relocated to its permanent home at 1869 East Main. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An update on early voting in Montrose; MCSD is joining the Special Olympics Colorado Hall of Fame
October 26, 2022 13:02 - 3 minutes - 3.29 MBToday - One week after ballots were mailed to registered voters, a steady stream of them have been returned, with few concerns raised to election workers in Montrose County. Later - Montrose County School District is joining the Special Olympics Colorado Hall of Fame next month, and six students are making the trek to Denver to receive the award. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Zoning changes affect River Meadows West mobile home community; Celebrating athlete of the week Jonas Graff
October 24, 2022 13:03 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MBToday - The River Meadows West mobile home community is now Hidden Lake Mobile Home Park and, following a county zoning change for mobile home parks, can add roughly 30 more homes. Later - We’re excited to highlight our Athlete of the week - Montrose Red Hawk Jonas Graff! Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
MCSD Board approves funds for sign language interpreter; Remembering Bernadette Marie Box
October 21, 2022 13:01 - 4 minutes - 4.14 MBToday - A young student’s recent arrival in Montrose quickly propelled the Montrose County School District Board to approve an $84,000 remote contract for a sign language interpreter. Later - we’d like to take a moment to remember the life of Bernadette Marie Box Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There’s a lot on the horizon for the Mexican American Development Association; Community gathers following death of North Fork High student
October 19, 2022 13:00 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MBToday - There’s a lot on the horizon for the Mexican American Development Association as board members and volunteers move closer to creating a space for community and family-related needs. And later - Family and friends gathered to mourn and remember a North Fork High school student who died in a car crash earlier this month. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
First of Basecamp Apartments nearly complete; Colorado Parks and Wildlife receiving more bear reports
October 17, 2022 21:15 - 5 minutes - 4.73 MBToday - Not only is the first building of the Basecamp Apartments nearly complete, but the complex is slated for a new owner early next year. And later - Between April and October, Colorado Parks and Wildlife received 3,614 bear reports. That’s an increase from the 3,155 reports over the same timeframe the previous year. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pedestrian safety and congested traffic dominates West Main Revitalization project conversations
October 14, 2022 09:16 - 6 minutes - 6.16 MBToday - Pedestrian safety and congested traffic in West Montrose dominated discussions as the City rounded out its final public forum for the West Main Revitalization project. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
High schoolers recently experienced an Appeals Court case firsthand; Department of Agriculture is launching a new grant program
October 12, 2022 09:14 - 6 minutes - 5.51 MBToday - High schoolers recently experienced an Appeals Court case firsthand. And later - The Colorado Department of Agriculture is launching a new grant program to support the next generation in agriculture through scholarships, career development, and other leadership training opportunities. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Solar farm planned for Falcon Road may bring 20 jobs; Documentary about Sunset Mesa Funeral Directors
October 10, 2022 21:14 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MBToday - A solar farm planned on Falcon Road is projected to bring close to 20 full-time jobs and millions in property tax revenues during its production life. Later - MacGeez Productions and Humble Beast Productions of Colorado recently released a proof-of-concept documentary about the events that unfolded at Sunset Mesa Funeral Directors in Montrose. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new mascot has been chosen to represent Johnson Elementary School
October 07, 2022 15:52 - 7 minutes - 6.46 MBToday - A new mascot has been chosen to represent Johnson Elementary School. The school will transition from the Thunderbirds to the Timberwolves. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Olathe Middle and High School students have set their sights on D.C.; A two woman show
October 05, 2022 12:52 - 5 minutes - 5.2 MBToday - Olathe Middle and High School students have set their sights on the nation’s capital! And if all goes well, at least nine students will swap their American history books for a five day educational trip next June. And later - Montrose Center for Arts presents “Western Visions,” a two-woman show in October featuring Sherry Cobb Kelleher and Twna Douglas. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
Opioid settlement dollars coming to Montrose; U.S. Rep Lauren Boebert heads to Mayfly Outdoors
October 03, 2022 12:51 - 5 minutes - 5.41 MBToday - Montrose, Delta and neighboring counties officially have more than half a million dollars in state opioid settlement money coming their way. And later - Mayfly Outdoors welcomed U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert recently, showcasing its Montrose-made fly-fishing equipment. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will court to impose maximum sentence on women who sold human remains?; Montrose’s first Culture Fest
October 03, 2022 12:39 - 6 minutes - 5.86 MBToday - Delta-area Representative Matt Soper is asking the U.S. District Court to impose the maximum sentence on two women convicted of fraud related to the sale of human remains. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Erik Westesen sworn in as MCSD's new District A representative; Remembering John Joseph Deltondo
September 30, 2022 12:41 - 6 minutes - 6.41 MBToday - Erik Westesen was sworn in as the Montrose County School District’s new District A representative on Tuesday evening. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cries for justice and celebrations during unveiling of Public Safety Complex; Ridgway Smallmouth Bass Classic
September 28, 2022 12:39 - 5 minutes - 5.5 MBToday - Cries for justice intertwined with community celebrations on Tuesday as the Montrose Police Department unveiled its newly minted Public Safety Complex. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Delta's first official pride celebration will be “unapologetically relevant”; Remembering Rosalie Arruabarrena
September 23, 2022 12:39 - 7 minutes - 6.51 MBToday - “Unapologetically relevant” will be Delta Pride’s core refrain when they introduce the community's first official pride celebration this Saturday at Cleland Park. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Montrose, Delta and Cedaredge high schools rattled by "swatting" calls; Remembering Robert Earl Rogers
September 21, 2022 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.22 MBToday - Montrose, Delta and Cedaredge high schools were among those across the state to be rattled by “swatting” calls earlier this week. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Montrose County may subcontract immunization services; Get ready for The 17th Annual Montrose Oktoberfest!
September 19, 2022 10:13 - 6 minutes - 6.09 MBToday - Montrose County is likely to subcontract to a local clinic immunization services. And Later - Get ready for The 17th Annual Montrose Oktoberfest! Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
District Attorney part of pilot project touting data and transparency; Montrose County School Board bringing on new VP
September 12, 2022 10:13 - 4 minutes - 4.55 MBToday - The District Attorney of the 7th Judicial District is now part of pilot project touting data and transparency Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shelter Distilling set to break ground on new distillery in Montrose; Remembering Roberta Reed
September 07, 2022 11:08 - 5 minutes - 5.01 MBToday - Nearly a year after scouting for a new headquarters, Shelter Distilling is set to break ground on a 23,000-square-foot distillery and brewery in Montrose this fall. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
City to review moratorium on new adult gaming businesses; Overdose Awareness Day in Montrose
September 05, 2022 10:08 - 6 minutes - 5.88 MBToday - Nearly a year following the city’s abrupt halt on new adult gaming businesses in town, city councilors are slated to review another extension of the moratorium. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Montrose woman arrested on allegations of prostitution; What's going on this weekend in Montrose
September 02, 2022 12:47 - 5 minutes - 5.33 MBToday - Earlier this week Police and FBI agents arrested a Montrose woman on allegations of prostitution and keeping a house of prostitution. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Enrollment is returning to pre-pandemic numbers for MCSD; Montrose has 35,308 pieces of unclaimed property
August 31, 2022 12:46 - 5 minutes - 5.03 MBSupport the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One of Montrose’s oldest buildings will become a new boutique hotel; Black Canyon Boys and Girls Club will soon have a new home
August 29, 2022 12:55 - 6 minutes - 5.83 MBToday - One of Montrose’s oldest buildings is about to breathe fresh life into the downtown quarter with a new boutique hotel. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Newly-minted Flex Buildings are eyeing an inflatable products; The Valley Symphony Association Orchestra and Chorus launches season 51
August 26, 2022 12:54 - 6 minutes - 5.65 MBToday - The newly-minted Flex Buildings are eyeing an inflatable products manufacturer as the Colorado Outdoors campus’ newest addition. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Montrose High School opens its 2022 football season; A Montrose toddler dies in ATV crash
August 24, 2022 12:54 - 6 minutes - 5.61 MBToday - Montrose High School opens its 2022 football season Friday night, The MHS football team, dressed in the school colors of black-red-white, will have a new mascot, the Red Hawks. Noteworthy, too, is how it’s athletic director Lyle Wright’s last year at MHS. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Delta-Montrose Electric Association stands to reap the benefits of new legislation; A traffic light at Chipeta Road aims to reduce accidents
August 22, 2022 12:54 - 6 minutes - 6.04 MBDelta-Montrose Electric Association stands to reap the benefits of recent federal legislation. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A break in at Rocky Mountain High’s medical marijuana dispensary; Youth Appreciation Day
August 19, 2022 12:28 - 5 minutes - 5.06 MBLaw enforcement’s arrival may have scared away the person who broke into Rocky Mountain High’s medical marijuana dispensary early Monday. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Weekend mudslides cause Black Bear Pass to close; Student loans of student loans of more than 200,000 ITT students to be forgiven
August 17, 2022 12:28 - 5 minutes - 5.08 MBToday - Black Bear Pass was closed to vehicles and hikers as road crews work on critical repairs following weekend mudslides that trapped four vehicles. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Defendants argue that the wrongful death suit relating to local teen should be dismissed; Silent disco hopes to educate youths on safety
August 15, 2022 13:00 - 6 minutes - 5.66 MBToday - Federal defendants argue that the wrongful death suit – brought by parents of a deceased Montrose teenager – should be dismissed. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sunset Mesa Funeral Directors’ mail fraud case moves forward; The Crop Duster fundraising event
August 12, 2022 13:00 - 7 minutes - 6.74 MBToday - One half of the mother-daughter duo embroiled in the Sunset Mesa Funeral Directors’ mail fraud case won her bid for a later sentencing date. Also - A timed bike ride slated to feature both 34-mile and 57-mile routes will weave riders through Montrose fields and farms as Valley Food Partnership seeks to connect locals with agriculture. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters’ latest legal challenge; Regina Lopez-Whiteskunk coming to Ridgway State Park
August 10, 2022 11:07 - 6 minutes - 5.52 MBToday - Embattled Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters’ latest legal challenge has been pulled in Montrose County. Next, As part of its Summer Program Series, Ridgway State Park announces guest speaker Regina Lopez-Whiteskunk, who is coming to the park on Saturday at 7:30 pm Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Terminal expansion at Montrose Regional Airport; Mayfly Outdoors brings on new CEO
August 08, 2022 11:06 - 5 minutes - 4.79 MBPlane traffic and the terminal expansion at Montrose Regional Airport have at least one thing in common: both are going up at a steady clip. Also, Mayfly Outdoors began with just 17 employees when it first headquartered in Montrose in 2015. Now, a new CEO and president is overseeing the rapidly growing company that employs approximately 130 people across California, Colorado and the United Kingdom. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnys...
New police headquarters coming this fall; Multi-agency drug raid in Delta
August 05, 2022 11:05 - 6 minutes - 5.7 MBIf all goes to plan, officers and administrative staff could be in the new police headquarters building sometime in October. Also, one man has been arrested on suspicion of drug distribution, and two others on warrants, after a multi-agency raid in Delta Wednesday yielded dozens of suspected fentanyl pills, methamphetamine and reportedly… stolen property. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A local outdoors business voted amongst most community-minded companies; Remembering Kenneth Roy McCracken
August 03, 2022 11:05 - 5 minutes - 5.11 MBA local outdoors business best known for its fly fishing equipment was recently recognized as one of the most community-minded companies internationally. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One year later drivers can now access Woodgate Road; The Olathe Sweet Corn Festival is back
August 01, 2022 12:50 - 5 minutes - 4.7 MBAfter over a year of construction, drivers can now access Woodgate Road. The City of Montrose completed the road’s realignment on Friday. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Montrose County’s community wildfire protection plan is undergoing a much-needed update; History and Wine at Montrose County Historical Museum
July 29, 2022 12:50 - 6 minutes - 5.68 MBMontrose County’s community wildfire protection plan is undergoing a much-needed update, one that will expand to further address the watershed. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.