Montrose Fresh

Today... Shepherd’s Hand is closing its food pantry for housed clients and redirecting them to Sharing Ministries and the Grace Center while continuing its meals, outreach, and other core services.

And later... Jevon Vigil was sentenced to probation, treatment, and restitution for fatally shooting two pregnant cows in a drunken act the judge called a critical turning point in his life.

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Today... Love Dance Collaborative at Elevation Academy of Dance is giving adult dancers in Montrose—ranging from recent graduates to seniors—a collaborative, performance-focused space to keep dancing, creating, and taking the stage long after high school.

 

And later... Welcome Home Alliance for Veterans will host a January 29th "Stand Down" in Montrose to provide unhoused veterans with warm meals, winter gear, hygiene supplies, and access to support services.

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Today... Montrose honored Martin Luther King Junior Day with a powerful call to service, urging the community to confront injustice through action, compassion, and courage—asking, “If not you, then who?”

And later... Flu cases in Montrose spiked during the holidays but are now declining, with officials noting more severe cases this season and urging vaccination, especially as local rates remain low.

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Today... Montrose County is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit by former inmate Justin McNeil, calling his excessive force and civil rights claims unfounded, and asserting the deputies acted lawfully and are protected by qualified immunity.

And later... Delta High School was evacuated early Wednesday after an anonymous bomb threat that was later found to be bogus, with police working alongside the FBI as part of an investigation into a threat that affected eleven schools across Colorado.

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Today... Vista Charter School has been approved to leave the Montrose County School District and join the Colorado Charter School Institute, following ongoing disputes over oversight, funding, and organizational fit.

And later... A Montrose man, Antonio Aviles, has been arrested on suspicion of sexually and physically abusing children in his care, allegations he denies as the investigation continues.

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Today... Generation Wild of the Uncompahgre has launched its first community-driven outdoor programs for local youth and families, backed by a five-year grant to expand access to nature through after-school activities, camping trips, and collaborative outreach.

And later... Megan Hess is appealing her twenty-year sentence, arguing the court wrongly labeled victims as “vulnerable” and ignored her significant rehabilitation in prison.

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Today... A San Miguel County judge facing removal resigned due to undisclosed health issues, prompting the Colorado Commission on Judicial Discipline to dismiss the disciplinary case after determining those health problems substantially affected the alleged misconduct and the investigation.

And later... A routine traffic stop in Delta led to a high-speed, multi-county chase ending near Hayden, where a stolen SUV crashed, multiple suspects—including a juvenile driver tied to a robbery—were detained, and authorities credited interagency coordination for preventing injuries.

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Today... The "Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners" program at "Montrose Regional Health" provides compassionate, evidence-based care to sexual assault survivors, empowering them with support and options—whether or not they choose to report the crime.

And later... Montrose County Commissioner, Sean Pond, a political newcomer known for opposing the Dolores River monument proposal, has launched a US Senate campaign focused on accountability, economic growth, and bridging Colorado’s urban-rural divide.

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Today... "Tortilla Flats" residents and city officials are working toward national historic designation for the Montrose neighborhood, emphasizing that its significance lies not in architecture or restrictions on property, but in honoring the Latino culture, history, and community identity shaped by generations of residents.

And later... After a ski patrol strike shut down a major Western Slope resort during a snow-starved start to winter, nearby mountains including Silverton, Monarch, and Powderhorn rolled out discounts and free tickets to keep displaced skiers on the slopes.

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Today... The Montrose Center for Arts’ new exhibit, "Big Art: The Power of Scale", showcases large-scale works by Western Colorado artists, inviting viewers into immersive, impactful art experiences through bold formats and community events.

And later... "Delta Health" is entering a new chapter—bidding farewell to a longtime provider and welcoming a fresh face to its adult primary care team.

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