Montrose Colorado

The Elk Fire started with a single lightning strike in some of the most rugged backcountry in Colorado — and getting crews in there is no easy task.

The Gold Mountain Fire is pushing hard toward Silver Jack Reservoir, and the communities around it are watching every wind shift.

Families planning a weekend at Buckhorn Lakes this summer are going to need a backup plan — the park is closed, the timeline is open-ended, and the fire is still active.

The subdivisions tucked into the Cimarron Valley are right in the middle of this, and Zone 32 is now under a mandatory evacuation order.

With new owners stepping in, Montrose is buzzing with ideas about the future of a site that once sweetened so many lives.

With the rivers running low and summer on the horizon, water concerns are top of mind for many Coloradans.

A recent fire on the Uncompahgre Plateau has sparked serious worries in Montrose—especially with wildfire season just around the corner.

Remember when cannabis was raking in over $2.2 billion? Fast forward to 2025, and it’s a whole different ball game — the drop is shocking.

As winter drags on, thrift stores are bursting with unique items just waiting for a good home.

Even with a drop in unemployment, many are still feeling the hiring crunch in our local job market.

A local astronomer is gearing up for a stellar lineup in 2026, bringing the universe a little closer to home for all of us in Colorado.

Winter in Western Colorado can be a mixed bag, with sunny days turning brisk in an instant. Here’s how to prepare for those chilly surprises.