NEWS: Tuesday September 7, 2010Posted by Janine Mayfield on September 7th, 2010

Pamona Elementary School has joined hundreds of schools nationwide to be a part of the WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads Of Great Students) Program, a safe schools initiative of the National Center of Fathering it was created in response to the 1998 Jonesboro, Arkansas shooting.  Thursday, September 23rd, Eric Snow, National Director of WATCH D.O.G.S. is speaking to father’s of students at Pamona. Fathers and father-figures are invited to sign-up for this one-day of volunteering, serving as a positive male role model and helping increase a sense of security in the school. During their WATCH D.O.G.S day, dads will engage in various activities such as welcoming students during arrival, reading to classes, tutoring small groups of students, having fun at recess, or simply sitting down and connecting with students during lunch. The possibilities are endless. Dads & father figures of Pamona students, please attend an assembly (just for DADS) at 6:00pm Thursday September 23.  The Watch D.O.G.S. program has spread to 800 schools in over 30 states. For more information contact Pamona Elementary School at 249-2514.
Source: PSA    (Posted 12:33p)

A Colorado rafting guide is still missing nearly two months after she fell into the Arkansas River. Authorities say Kimberly Appelson’s body has not been found despite weeks of searching since she was thrown from a raft July 11th.  The Summit Daily says that the search has included lowering the river and underwater cameras. Six people have died at the Frog Creek Rapid (Salida) since 1990.

(Photo courtesy of Summit Daily)
Source: Summit Daily (Posted 12:35p)

The search has been called off for a Durango man who vanished after reportedly flashing a knife at a DOW officer. The Durango Herald says that Kevin Haugen was last seen August 27th and threatened suicide, and then fled on foot. He wasn’t being sought by police at the time of the incident. Authorities believe he’s left the area.
Source: Durango Herald (Posted 12:38p)

NEWS: Tuesday September 7, 2010Posted by Janine Mayfield on September 7th, 2010

Official press release from Montrose County:
On September 5, 2010 at approximately 4:00 a.m. a 911 call was received in regards to a disturbance at 14566 Mustang Lane in Montrose, Colorado.  It was reported that one person had been stabbed.  When deputies arrived on the scene they came upon a silver colored vehicle stopped in the roadway with four people standing outside of the car.  At this time deputies found one male lying on the ground, later identified as Zachary Thomas Culmer, being administered to by one person.  Deputies assisted in rendering medical attention until arrival of emergency services.  The victim was transported to Montrose Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later.

During the initial phase of the investigation a 17 year-old male was identified by witnesses on scene as Isaac Garcia and was later taken into custody, transported to the Department of Youth Services in Grand Junction and is being held on suspicion of 2nd degree murder.  The investigation also revealed that there had been a large house party at this residence and the victim joined the party uninvited and an altercation ensued which resulted in the death of Mr. Culmer.

The investigation is ongoing and further information will be released as it becomes available.
Source: Press Release    (Posted 10:19a)

Name of stabbing victim identified. In the early morning hours of September 5, 2010 at a house party at 14566 Mustang Lane in Montrose, Colorado there was an altercation which resulted in the death of a 19 year-old, Zachary Culmer. Results of the forensic autopsy revealed the cause of death to be a stab wound to the neck, the manor of death is  homicide. The case is being investigated by the Montrose County Coroner’s Office as well as the Montrose County Sheriff’s Office, the Montrose Police Department, the 7th Judicial District and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
Source: Press Release    (Posted 9:49a)

CRIME STOPPERS is asking for your help solving a burglary that occurred at Pioneer Museum 803 East Tomichi Avenue Gunnison, Colorado. Between 6:00PM on 08/30/10 and 6:00 PM on 09/03/10 the Pioneer Museum was illegally entered and World War II items were stolen from the museum. Three flight soft helmets, a Nazi military helmet, a German military ammo belt, three replica grenades and a replica grenade launcher were stolen. Anyone with information regarding this burglary or similar crimes is asked to contact the Gunnison Police Department at (970) 641-8000 or Crimes Stoppers. If you have information about this crime or any other crime, contact CRIME STOPPERS at 641-8280. You may remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.00. Crime doesn’t pay, but CRIME STOPPERS does.
Source: PSA    (Posted 11:27a)

NEWS: Tuesday September 7, 2010Posted by Janine Mayfield on September 7th, 2010

After a two and half hour special meeting Friday, it was decided that Al Head of Western Skyways and Montrose County Commissioners and staff will meet again during a special meeting September 15th (4:00p) in hopes of signing an agreement regarding airport access.  Head agreed to pay a $12,000 annual fee for access to the Montrose Regional Airport from his off-airport location, and the county agreed to revise some points of the access-permit application. Friday’s meeting included a 40 minute recess. Western Skyways is an aircraft turbine manufacturing company and operates next to the airport.
(Posted 7:48a)

Authorities say a University of Wyoming football player was killed and three teammates were injured when a pickup drifted off a Colorado highway and crashed. The Colorado State Patrol says 19-year-old Ruben Narcisse of Miami was killed in the early Monday crash. Nineteen-year-old Trey Fox of Glenwood Springs, 18-year-old Christian Morgan of Aurora, and 19-year-old J.J. Quinlan of Everett, Washington, were injured. According to NBC 11 News, Colorado troopers say Fox was driving and apparently fell asleep. Investigators say alcohol and drugs aren’t believed to be factors.
Source: NBC 11 News/AP    (Posted 7:49a)

Under the new federal health care reform plan, care is expected to become more patient friendly for the more than 700,000 rural Coloradans. Among the provisions: the plan will pay an increased share of doctor bills for seniors, lower costs for outpatient prescriptions, and offer better reimbursement for rural ambulance services. David Adamson is executive director of the Mountain Family Health Centers in Glenwood Springs – he says remote Community Health Centers like his are part of the focus of the Affordable Care Act. Nearly 10% of rural patients have no regular source for health care or advice. Steven Siegel of the Uncompahgre Medical Center in Norwood says his practice is known as a “frontier clinic.”  Federal health care reform also provides $11 billion dollars in funding nationwide to help build and improve Community Health Center service.
Source: Press Release    (Posted 9:17a)

On Saturday, September 18th, Roland McCook, descendant of Chipeta, will bless the River Uncompahgre as a symbol of peace flowing through the community of Montrose as part of the Peace and Remembrance Gathering which begins at 9:30 am at the Peace Pole in Ute Indian Park (across the street from the Ute Indian Museum).  The Open Heart Drum Circle will be drumming for peace for Mother Earth and the Veterans of Foreign Wars #874 will honor our fallen heroes who have given their lives for peace.  Everyone is invited to attend this gathering for peace, which is part of the Weekend of Unity and Peace.  The Weekend kicks off on the Friday evening before with a Peace Dinner, sponsored by the Western Colorado Friends of Tibet, at the Guru Restaurant in Montrose.  Saturday’s activities include two free films and a panel discussion about the evolution of humanity, prayer doves for Mother Earth, all at the Ute Indian Museum and afternoon activities in Baldridge Park including a community peace circle and photo around the duck pond, the Dances of Universal Peace (for all ages), a compassion meditation and Peace Potluck.  Peace services will be held at several local churches on Sunday and the Weekend ends with a dedication of the Peace Symbol at 138 N. Mesa.  You can add your hand print to the Hands for Peace Poster at the Montrose Library.  Call 252-0908 for more information.
Source: PSA    (Posted 7:50a)

NEWS: Tuesday September 7, 2010Posted by Janine Mayfield on September 7th, 2010

A 19-year-old Montrose man was fatally stabbed early Sunday after attending a party on Mustang Lane in Montrose. The Montrose County Sheriff’s Office, CBI, the 7th Judicial DA’s office, and the Montrose Police Department are investigating the homicide. A 17-year-old boy is being held at the Department of Youth Services in Grand Junction. No charges have been filed yet.

Below is the official press release from Montrose County, sent Monday September 6, 2010:
The Montrose County Sheriff’s Office in cooperation with the Montrose Police Department, Colorado Bureau of Investigation and 7th Judicial District Attorney’s Office is currently investigating an apparent stabbing that occurred at approximately 4:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 5th at 14566 Mustang Lane off of Marine Road.  A 19 year-old male is dead and a 17 year-old male is in custody.  The investigation is ongoing and more details will be released when they are available.
(Posted 5:53a)

Highway 50 at the Mesa/Delta County line was shut down in both directions for about a half an hour last night. Two crashes, one involving a Mesa County Sheriff’s vehicle and another just a few feet away, sent one person to the hospital. According to KREX, a car crashed into a Mesa County Sheriff’s Deputy’s patrol car while he was responding to an accident nearby. Luckily he was out of the vehicle and not injured in the accident. The person who struck the patrol car was ticketed for careless driving. No word on their condition at this time.
Source: KREX (Posted 5:51a)

A wind-driven wildfire in the Colorado foothills has destroyed some structures and triggered evacuations, but no injuries have been reported. The Daily Camera says that the fire broke out yesterday in Four Mile Canyon northwest of Boulder. No word on what officially started the fire but wind has spread the fire to 3,500 acres and 1,000 homes have been forced to evacuate. Authorities say one fire vehicle has been destroyed. At least four roads in the area have been close and heavy smoke is hanging over the area.
Source: Daily Camera (Posted 5:51a)

The Colorado Division of Wildlife is now giving big-game hunters the opportunity to share their Colorado hunting accomplishments with others. Beginning this year, hunters can submit stories and photos to be posted on a new “Hunter Testimonials” page featured on the DOW website.

“We are extremely excited about the debut of this new online hunting forum,” said Tyler Baskfield, DOW communications manager.  “This is a great way for people to share their hunting experiences and to showcase the diversity of Colorado’s big-game hunting opportunities.”

The DOW encourages hunters of all experience levels, ages and backgrounds to participate.

“We are really looking for diversity,” said Baskfield.  “We want to give everyone the chance to share their story, from the hunter who shoots their first cow elk to the seasoned enthusiast who harvests a Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep.”

Hunting stories should be limited to 250 words and be accompanied with high-resolution, digital photos detailing the experience.  All submissions will be edited and reviewed to ensure DOW rules and regulations are followed.  Publication is not guaranteed, and photos and stories become the property of the DOW.

For submission instructions and to view the DOW’s “Big-Game Hunter Testimonial” page, click here:
http://wildlife.state.co.us/Hunting/BigGame/HunterTestimonials/

For more news about Division of Wildlife go to: http://wildlife.state.co.us/news/index.asp?DivisionID=3
For more information about Division of Wildlife go to: http://wildlife.state.co.us.
Source: PSA    (Posted 5:50a)

NEWS: Friday September 3, 2010Posted by Janine Mayfield on September 3rd, 2010

A Fruita man charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of his roommate pleaded not guilty this morning. The Daily Sentinel says Wayne Gert, 37,  claimed self-defense in the May 21st shooting death of 37-year-old Henry Trisler Jr. Aside from the second-degree murder count, Gert is also charged with menacing, prohibited use of a weapon, and possession of an explosive device.
Source: Daily Sentinel (Posted 11:55a)

Colorado could join 15 other states in allowing advanced-practice nurses to administer anesthesia without a doctor’s supervision. The Denver Post reports Gov. Bill Ritter is leaning toward making the change to help rural hospitals who don’t have anesthesiologists on staff. A decision is expected in the next two weeks. Anesthesiologists are fighting the proposal, saying it would put lives at risk. Rural hospitals that don’t have anesthesiologists currently allow nurse specialists to administer anesthesia under a doctor’s supervision. However, they say doctors are wary of taking on that responsibility. The 15 other states that don’t require doctor supervision are primarily western and rural, including Montana and Idaho.
Source: Denver Post (Posted 11:53a)

NEWS: Friday September 3, 2010Posted by Janine Mayfield on September 3rd, 2010

Attend the Western Slope Legislative Round Up in Grand Junction. Registration begins at noon on September 8th. The event runs September 8-9th at Two Rivers Convention Center in Grand Junction beginning at 1:00pm. Concerned senior citizens, service providers, and other interested individuals from the Region 10 area (Delta, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, Ouray, and San Miguel Counties) are invited to hear interesting and informative presentations and participate in small-group discussions concerning relevant legislative issues.

Wednesday afternoon’s opening presentation by Club 20 CEO Reeves Brown and Rocky Mountain Health Plan CEO Steve ErkenBrack will feature a discussion of federal health care legislation.  Colorado Secretary of State Bernie Buescher will deliver the keynote address following the Thursday luncheon.  The concluding session on Thursday afternoon will allow Western Slope legislators to present opening remarks and discuss with other participants isues that affect the aging, including subjects generated in the small-group discussions.  Moderating the closing session will be Rich Mauro, Senior Policy and Legislative Analyst for the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG).

Those planning to attend may RSVP to Lee Bartlett of the Region 10 Area Agency on Aging (AAA) at (970) 249-2436, ext. 14, and pay the fee at registration. The registration fee of $30.00 covers all Roundup sessions, handout materials, the Wednesday evening dinner and entertainment as well as the luncheon on Thursday.

AAA is dedicated to developing a network of services for adults age 60 and over to assist them in maintaining independence within their communities. To learn more about AAA programs and services please call (970) 249-2436.
Source: PSA    (Posted 10:12a)

Today is the 46th anniversary of the signing of the federal Wilderness Act, which is legislation that can be used to protect wild areas on public lands. Suzanne Jones with The Wilderness Society says Coloradans have a long bipartisan history of preserving public lands. Last year, wilderness protection was extended to two regions in the state: the Dominguez Canyon Wilderness near Grand Junction, and the vast majority of the backcountry in the Rocky Mountain National Park.
Source: Press Release    (Posted 9:46a)

The Colorado Water Conservation Board is meeting on September 13-15, 2010, at Ute Water Conservancy District’s Headquarters Office, 2190 H ¼ Road, Grand Junction, CO  81505. The agenda is available on the CWCB website.   CWCB staff memos and other materials will be available September 3, 2010, on our website. The meeting will be “streamed” via the internet through the CWCB’s website.  Click on the “Listen to the meeting LIVE!” link, found on our home page just before the meeting begins. Presentations are also being made available.  To watch presentations that accompany agenda items, click the “Watch Presentations” link on the CWCB website homepage just before the meeting begins. The CWCB is implementing a new email system in an effort to improve our communication with citizens, customers, and constituents.  If you do not wish to receive notices of Board activities, please let us know. If you need more information about this Board meeting, please contact Lisa Barr at lisa.barr@state.co.us.
Source: PSA    (Posted 9:46a)

NEWS: Friday September 3, 2010Posted by Janine Mayfield on September 3rd, 2010

For the second time this week a teenager pulled left in front of another vehicle on a yellow light, causing an accident. The Daily Press writes that yesterday, a 16-year-old girl attempted to turn left into Montrose High School’s parking lot at Townsend and S. 7th when the light was yellow, causing a 1-ton pickup truck to smash into her. Luckily no one was hurt, but the girl’s car was a total loss. Tuesday’s accident happened at Townsend and S. 12th Street, when a 17-year-old also turned left in front of a vehicle at a yellow light, sending three to the hospital. Both teens in these crashes were cited for failing to yield to the right of way.
Source: Daily Press (Posted 6:53a)

A popular grocery store in Delta is shutting it’s doors. The Delta County Independent says the 35 year old Delta Super grocery store is shutting down due to hard economic times. The Cedaredge Mercantile, owned by the same family, is not closing. Delta Super has everything inside marked 10% off with the exception of tobacco products.
Source: Delta County Independent (Posted 6:54a)

The Mesa County Coroner has ruled the death of the teenager killed in Clifton as a homicide. Wednesday afternoon, Mesa County Deputies responded to a home in Clifton on reports of a shot fired. Troy Martinez was found dead on scene and his friend told authorities that they were just disassembling a .22-caliber bullet when it discharged and hit Martinez in the chest. The friend was led away in handcuffs with evidence-protective bags around his hands; however no charges have been filed. Martinez was a student at Central High School.
Source: Press Release    (Posted 6:54a)

Mark your calendars because from 10-2 on Saturday October 9th, the City of Montrose will be holding a Hazardous Waste Day. In years past there was no charge, and while the minimal fees are still being worked out, it was noted during last night’s city council meeting that there will indeed be fees for dumping hazardous waste this year. More information will be available as the date gets closer.
(Posted 6:54a)

NEWS: Friday September 3, 2010Posted by Janine Mayfield on September 3rd, 2010

Fatal accident. Just before 7:00pm last night, Colorado State Patrol responded to a one vehicle rollover crash on Highway 340 at milepost 4. Investigators found that a black 2005 GMC Sierra truck driven by John Luther Fullmer III, of Fruita, was eastbound on Highway 340, and left the roadway on the right side. The vehicle returned to the roadway eastbound, and left the road again on the right side, and rolled one complete time. The truck came to rest on its wheels facing north in the roadway.

During the roll sequence, Fullmer was ejected from the vehicle, and suffered serious injuries. Lower Valley Fire Department attempted CPR, but Fullmer was later pronounced dead at the scene by Mesa County Coroners Office. Speed, reckless driving and alcohol are not being considered factors in this crash.

The Colorado State Patrol was assisted by the Mesa County Sheriff’s Department, Fruita Police Department, Mesa County Coroners Office, CDOT, and K&M Towing.

This isn’t the first time the Fullmer family has mourned a death though, NBC 11 News says that back in February 2009 John Fullmer IV was killed in a car accident on Highway 6 & 50. He and his friend, Jesse Reed, had been drinking and Reed drove the two of them home. Fullmer III asked the Reed be forgiven and not given jail time.
Source: Press Release
Source: NBC 11 News contributed to this story
(Posted 6:00a)

Have you been driving slower in Montrose? Well good, because in case you haven’t noticed, the speed limit headed south of town (Highway 50) is lower, and it’s staying that way. The speed limit has been lowered from 45 to 40. It kicks up to 50mph just before Oxbow Crossing. CDOT tells us that the City of Montrose requested a traffic study be done in that area since the last one was completed years ago. The study showed the new speeds were needed to reflect the current traffic load and stop lights in the area.
(Posted 5:57a)

The public is invited to another open house of the current Olathe Farm Dormitory which the Montrose Housing Authority has accepted to turn into a Community Corrections facility. That deal though, is only acceptable if approved by the Olathe Board of Trustees on September 13th. The Open House is Saturday from 4-7 at N. River Road in Olathe. Currently clients of the 7th Judicial District are sent to other corrections facilities since there is no CommCorr within the District. There was a push for a CommCorr facility in Montrose in 2007 (across from the Sheriff’s Office), but it was heavily opposed by residents.
Source: Daily Press contributed to this story     (Posted 5:56a)

With the summer travel season unofficially coming to a close this Labor Day Weekend, the Colorado State Patrol and law enforcement agencies across the state are ramping up DUI enforcement with a goal of zero drug or alcohol-related fatalities this holiday weekend.

The crackdown will wrap up Colorado’s “100 Days of Heat” summer DUI campaign and is also part of the national effort, “Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest.,” that began August 20th.  Since then, 819 people have been arrested for DUI in Colorado.

“Impaired driving is not an accident.  It is a crime that demonstrates a careless disregard for human life,” said Col. James Wolfinbarger, Chief of the Colorado State Patrol.  “It is simply not acceptable that 191 people were killed on Colorado roadways last year because of someone’s selfish choice to drink and drive.”

With several major events planned this holiday weekend, including the big football game between CU and CSU, officials are warning people to designated sober drivers or face stiff consequences.  A DUI costs a minimum of $10,270 and could include jail time, loss of a driver’s license or the required use of an ignition interlock device.

“People don’t think about the consequences of a DUI arrest until it’s too late, but it’s important to realize that the penalties are tough and can impact your ability to get to your job or take care of your family,” said Pamela Hutton, chief engineer and governor’s representative for highway safety at the Colorado Department of Transportation. “But all of those consequences can be avoided easily be designating a sober driver before you take that first sip of alcohol.”

The Colorado State Patrol and 84 law enforcement agencies have filed plans for increased patrols and saturation patrols through 3 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 7th.

The following sobriety checkpoints are scheduled:
Friday, Sept. 3rd
Boulder PD – Traditional checkpoint
Brighton PD – Traditional checkpoint
Colorado Springs PD and CSP Troop 2-B – Roving checkpoints
CSP Troop 4-A Fruita, Grand Junction PD, Mesa County SO – Roving Checkpoints
Larimer County SO – Roving checkpoints
Westminster PD – Traditional checkpoint

Saturday, Sept. 4th
Aurora PD – Traditional checkpoint
CSP Troop 4-A Fruita, Grand Junction PD and Mesa County SO – Roving checkpoints
Jefferson County SO – Traditional checkpoint
Weld County SO – Traditional checkpoint

Sunday, Sept 5th
CSP Troop 1-D Adams County – Traditional checkpoint

During last year’s 18-day national crackdown, law enforcement agencies in Colorado made 1,956 DUI arrests.  For detailed information about arrests results by agency and current enforcement plans, visit www.HeatIsOnColorado.com.
Source: Press Release    (Posted 5:55a)

NEWS: Thursday September 2, 2010Posted by Janine Mayfield on September 2nd, 2010

Teen’s death ruled homicide. The Mesa County Coroner’s Office has completed its examination regarding the death of Troy D Martinez, a 16-year-old male resident of Clifton, Colorado. Mr. Martinez was the victim of a shooting incident of Susan Street in Clifton during the afternoon of September 1, 2010. The Cause of Death was Gunshot Wound and the Manner of Death was Homicide. The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate this incident. No arrests have been made.
Source: Press Release    (Posted 4:11p)

On Tuesday, September 7, the City of Montrose will begin the construction phase of the Downtown Traffic Improvements Project. This project is designed to improve traffic flow in the downtown area, particularly on Townsend Avenue, and enhance pedestrian safety. The city has contracted with Skip Huston Construction Inc. to accomplish the work.

The total project scope includes:
• Upgrades to five medians on Townsend Avenue
• New traffic signals at North Second and South Second
• Removal of traffic signals at North First and South First
• Bulb-outs at intersections at North First, South First and South Second on Cascade Ave.
• Right-in/right-out access at North First and South First on the east side of Townsend Ave.
• A new median on South First between Townsend and Cascade Avenues, with a mid-block bulb-out for a pedestrian crossing.

The first phase of the project will involve construction of bulb-outs and replacement of asphalt at the intersection of North First Street and Cascade Avenue. Improvements to this intersection are precursors to the remainder of the construction that will take place next year. Some traffic detours and coned-off construction areas will be necessary to maintain safety and expedite construction, but access to businesses and residences will be maintained throughout construction. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to exercise caution while traveling through the area.

This project is being accomplished under a $1.15 million Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance grant from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs. The City’s Capital Improvement Fund will provide matching funds. Further information about this and other city projects can be found on the city’s Web site at www.cityofmontrose.org/projects.
Source: Press Release    (Posted 4:26a)

The Montrose County Democratic Party will hold its 28th Annual Barbecue on Friday, September 10th , at 5:30 p.m. at the Lion’s Park, 600 No. Nevada, Montrose.  This is an annual social gathering to meet the candidates, elected officials, and old and new friends.   Candidates Bruce Whitehead, Colorado Senate Dist. 6, and Wes Perrin, Colorado 58th District,  are confirmed to attend.  Tickets are $10.00 for adults and children under 10 are free.  Music will be provided by the “Ruby Ridge Ramblers”.  Tickets will be available at the door or in advance by calling 970-964-4291.
Source: PSA    (Posted 4:24a)

NEWS: Thursday September 2, 2010Posted by Janine Mayfield on September 2nd, 2010

The City of Gunnison is now exploring alternative locations for their dispatch center instead of moving it to the new jail. Gunnison Country Times says that the cost is more than expected.  Currently dispatch is in the basement of the County Courthouse, it’s possible it’ll just stay there. In May, the city committed nearly $20,000 to early design work for the new dispatch center at the jail, and then in June another $8,000 was added to that equation. When all is said and done, an estimated $60,000 would be required just for the planning of the space.  Whether dispatch moves to the new jail or not, Gunnison County Emergency Operations Center intends on becoming a part of the new jail.
Source: Gunnison Country Times (Posted 11:54a)

Want cheap groceries? Then make a quick stop at the Delta Super grocery store as they are having a liquidation sale. The Delta County Independent says the 35 year old grocery store is shutting down due to hard economic times. The Cedaredge Mercantile, owned by the Bynum family, is not closing. The final business day of Delta Super is undetermined.  It’ll depend on how the liquidation sale goes. Everything in the store (except tobacco products) is 10% off.
Source: Delta County Independent (Posted 11:55a)

Have you been driving slower in Montrose? Well good, because in case you haven’t noticed, the speed limit headed south of town (Highway 50) is lower, and it’s staying that way. The speed limit has been lowered from 45 to 40. It kicks up to 50mph just before Oxbow Crossing.
(Posted 11:46a)

Student enrollment down in Delta County. The Delta County Joint School District #50 was right on target last year when they guesstimated their enrollment would be down this year. The Delta County Independent says that for the third year in a row, enrollment across the school district is down. The official student count will happen October 1st.
Source: Delta County Independent (Posted 11:47a)

The public is invited to another open house of the current Olathe Farm Dorms which the Montrose Housing Authority has accepted to turn into a Community Corrections facility.  That deal though, is only acceptable if approved by the Olathe Board of Trustees on September 13th. The Open House is Saturday from 4-7 at N. River Road in Olathe. Currently clients of the 7th Judicial District are sent to other corrections facilities since there is no CommCorr within the District. There was a push for a CommCorr facility in Montrose in 2007 (across from the Sheriff’s Office), but it was heavily opposed by residents. Source: Daily Press contributed to this story    (Posted 10:26a)

Tonight Scott Tipton is holding a town hall meeting at Grand Junction City Hall. He will take all questions, and discuss immigration, healthcare, jobs, the economy and more. The open meeting begins at 6:30.
Source: PSA    (Posted 10:27a)