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The lease is the latest point of contention between the Montrose County Commissioners and the Montrose Hospital Board of Trustees.
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At Tuesday’s meeting, the Ouray City Council approved a moratorium on private marijuana clubs and the city administrator receives an “above average” grade on his performance.
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Telluride Gay Ski Week co-founder John McGill envisions a world where “we’re finding labels” like “gay” and “straight” increasingly irrelevant, and “it will be great if we can someday live without ...
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As of Monday, the U.S. Forest Service Norwood Ranger District’s office has not yet received any formal Bear Creek ski area proposal by potential developers Tom Chapman or Ron Curry.
ROCKY RIB BOUNDARY ROPE – Pete Scobell skied next to an internal boundary rope closure in the Prospect Basin area last week after the area that stretches up to Mountain Quail opened to the public for the first time this season. The internal boundary is used to close off the area during avalanche mitigation. (Photo by Brett Schreckengost)
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Telluride Ski Resort and the Forest Service warn that stiff penalties exist for closure violations – while avalanches remain likely.
COURT HEARING – The victim in the Nov. 14 attack cried as Montrose Municipal Court Judge Richard Brown detailed the serious injuries she sustained in the attack from Dutch. Her expenses are now approximately $28,000, for medical treatment in the aftermath the attack. The judge ruled that Dutch should be euthanized. (Photos by William Woody)
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With thousands signing petitions pleading for mercy, an appeal will be filed.
TAB CATWALK - From left to right: Maddie Johnson, Chambri Swartz, Leah Villaranda and Jessica Nelson in formation, wearing dresses from El Salvador. The Telluride High School Aids Benefit Fashion show takes place Thursday, Feb. 21, at 6 p.m. at the Palm Theater. All clothing will be auctioned after the show. (Photo by Dale Kondracki)
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Filling the seats at the Palm Theatre, the student-led, student-run fashion show has become a big fundraiser for the Telluride Aids Benefit’s educational initiatives.
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In a unanimous vote, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a measure to streamline small-hydro licensing requirements.
DARK MATTERS – Members and visitors of the Black Canyon Astronomical Society at a lecture on dark matter during the group's first meeting of the year, in Montrose. (Photo by William Woody)
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With regular programs at the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Ridgway State Park and in the area’s schools throughout the school year, the club and its 31 members, from Silverton to the...
MAYOR Thomas Smits spoke during a joint city and county meeting last week in Montrose. City councilors and the Montrose County Commissioners generally agreed that it would be a good idea for the two entities to cooperate on more road and bridge projects in the future. (Photo by William Woody)
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At a meeting last week, the City of Montrose and Montrose County agreed to work together on future road and bridge projects.
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After winning the TVA contest, local Lara Young’s concept, “a home for your goggle,” will hit shelves at outdoor retailers across the world in the fall.
SOUTHERN CHARM – Just one of 40 different strains of medical marijuana now available at Acme Healing Center of Ridgway. Acme General Manager David Niccum frequently recommends this hybrid bud to cancer patients as a treatment for such symptoms as stress, depression and loss of appetite; users report that it makes them feel happy, uplifted and energetic. (Photo by Samantha Wright)
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The goods – 40 different strains of medical grade marijuana as well as infused products, edibles and hash concentrates – are kept under lock and key in a small, secure room.
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Wilderness supporters across the region on Thursday applauded Sen. Mark Udall’s reintroduction of the San Juan Mountains Wilderness Bill, piece of grassroots legislation that would federally preser...
COURT HEARING - Veteran Jeremiah Aguilar, Dutch's owner, broke down in tears in court on Thursday. (Photo by William Woody)
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Montrose Municipal Court Judge Richard Brown, saying he was "not willing to take the risk" of letting Dutch live to bite again, upheld a court order that the dog be euthanized.
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An up-for-assignment seat on the Wilkinson Library Board of Directors will now be filled on March 6.
OUT STANDING IN HIS FIELD – Former Ridgway Mayor Pat Willits, with Rio the black lab, at the Yankee Girl head frame on Red Mountain Pass. Willits is being honored by the Ridgway-Ouray Community Council as its 2013 Outstanding Citizen. (Courtesy photo)
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Whether Pat Willits is managing a controversial mining cleanup, a tension-filled town council meeting or the rebirth of the Sherbino Theater, he typically proceeds with a cool head and an easy smile.
ROUNDTABLE – From left; Montrose County commissioners, David White and Gary Ellis; County Manager Rick Eckert; Montrose County Sheriff Rick Dunlap, Montrose City councilors Bob Nicholson, Carol McDermott and Kathy Ellis; and City Manager Bill Bell listened while County Road and Bridge Director Brian Wilson spoke at last week’s joint meeting. (Photo by William Woody)
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It was generally agreed upon by members of the two entities that they would work together to fight any federal regulations that they potentially see as infringing on the rights of Americans.
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Three men in the Norwood area who admitted to being involved with poaching two mule deer bucks have paid hefty fines and may lose their hunting privileges for many years.
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According to Telluride Ski and Golf Co. spokesman, the “impact” of the collision caused injuries that led to a Flight for Life to St. Mary’s Hospital, in Grand Junction.
HIGHER EDUCATION – Colorado Mesa University nursing instructor Cathy Feller delivered a lecture Wednesday morning in Montrose. A master planning phase for an expanded campus in downtown Montrose is beginning with an intent to expand learning opportunities that would attract students from around the state and country. (Photo by William Woody)
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A downtown campus would provide opportunities to students living in the region and might also draw students from around the state and country.
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DISCUS THROWER Lance Brooks competed in the 2012 London Olympics. (Photo by Steve DeAutremont)
RESEARCH ASSISTANTS – Ridgway High School students (left to right) Jack Middleton, Abel Lannan and Tashi Hackett presented the results of their research on possible sister cities to Ridgway Town Council last week. Mountain towns in Costa Rica, El Salvador and Dominican Republic made the cut. Next step: contact. (Photo by Peter Shelton)
MAIN STREET GELATO – A+Y Design Gallery owners Adam and Yesenia Duncan offered up gelato samples from behind their Italian-imported gelato case Monday morning. Along with unique furniture and fine art, the two offer 22 flavors of locally-made gelato. (Photo by Gus Jarvis)
BUILDING OPTIMISM – Tom How (left) and Daniel Key of Sjoden Wood Designs worked on a new home in the Cobble Creek Golf Community Tuesday morning. The spec home is being built under the direction of contractor Bert Welz, who said he’s optimistic for the region’s construction trade. (Photo by William Woody)
GROWTH INVESTMENT – Students took advantage of a "living classroom" at the Telluride School's new Grow Dome this spring. The Dome, which will be open to the public for tours Wednesday, May 22, was funded in part by a Telluride Medical Center's Physical Education Program (PEP) grant. (Courtesy photos)
HEADED TO PLAYOFFS - Montrose High Shoo0l's Jake Kastendieck fielded a ground ball last Saturday during the team’s 10-0 victory over Woodland Park. The Indians advance to the state 4A quarterfinals this Friday at Cherokee Trail High School against Valor Christian. (Photo by William Woody)
PINHEADS, PIXELLATED – The Pinhead Institute holds its annual fundraiser, entitled Minecraft Mania,at the Sheridan Opera House this Sunday, May 19. (Courtesy photo)
TELLURIDE IN 1910 – A hypothetical model of the main street facades, made up of buildings throughout the region, the television producers are proposing to build for the production of "When Calls the Heart." (Courtesy image)