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View from Lake Irwin Campground(Recreation.gov)Hurd distances himself from Trump while other Colorado Republicans lean inCongressman Jeff Hurd is continuing to campaign across Western Colorado in his bid for-reelection. The Colorado Sun reports that at the beginning of this year’s election cycle, Hurd appeared to be cruising toward an easy reelection. But as President Trump’s approval ratings have cratered nationally in recent months, suddenly the 3rd Congressional District is back on the map. The three other Republicans in Colorado’s congressional delegation that are running for reelection th
GOP gubernatorial nominee Victor Marx appears at a campaign whistle stop hosted by Cowboy at the Cross Church. (Audrey McCabe / KVNF )RETRACTION: In the original airing of this newscast, we incorrectly reported that the Delta County School Board had already selected an individual to fill the vacant board seat. This was due to a misreading of the agenda. That decision will be made by the school board tonight. We sincerely apologize for any confusion. Common Ground music festival proceeds help build musical mentorship for kids If you’re looking for something fun, free and meaningful this weekend
Montrose County School District sign outside Outer Range School(Brody Wilson)GMUG reopens areas surrounding Gold Mountain and Elk firesAs the Gold Mountain and Elk fires reach almost full containment, GMUG has reduced certain closure areas. Updated boundaries went into effect on Monday and remain in place through Dec. 1, unless conditions allow an earlier adjustment. GMUG says the reductions reopen several popular destinations while still restricting access with significant fire activity and firefighter operations. The closure area near the Gold Mountain Fire still includes National Forest lan
Man in Grand Junction dies after being detained by Mesa County Sheriff's Office; Delta County expands recycling opportunities for residents; North Fork Indivisible's Honk and Wave demonstrations lead to potential town regulation
Local government, business, nonprofits work together to help North Fork growers impacted by drought; Marx and running mate making a series of Western Slope campaign stops this weekend; Ophir Pass to close weekdays as part of a mine cleanup project; GMUG loosens fire restrictions; Interior Department reportedly restricts staff from telling the public about deaths or injuries in National Parks; Recycling in rural areas comes with certain challenges
A death investigation on Highway 550 near Ouray; flood-protection construction begins below the Gold Mountain burn scar as the county's road superintendent goes on leave; Paonia bans lawn watering; Montrose slows park riders to 15 miles an hour; and Sara Rinne on the Western Colorado Alliance.
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Firefighters save firewood from Ferris Fire Firefighters battling the Ferris Fire in the San Juan National Forest this summer weren’t just protecting more than homes– they were also trying to save firewood. The Wood for Life program saves unsellable timber from San Juan National Forest thinning projects for Native American tribes to heat their homes in winter The Colorado Sun reports that firefighters used chainsaws, shovels and other tools to protect stacks of small-diameter logs near Narraguinnep Canyon, north of Dolores. The wood came from forest thinning projects designed to reduce wildfir
Two pilots die fighting fire in Utah, Montrose to decide Dr. Carrie Stevenson's fate, Lauren Boebert's son facing felony charges, KVNF's Lisa Young takes us to the Delta County Fair
Gold Mountain Fire grows slightly, Sean Pond threatens to sue Kyle Clark, Montrose School Board extends superintendent's paid leave and dismisses her grievance.
Two pilots die fighting fire in Utah, Montrose to decide Dr. Carrie Stevenson's fate, Lauren Boebert's son facing felony charges, KVNF's Lisa Young takes us to the Delta County Fair
Elk Fire grows, CDOT cleans up after debris slides, heat waves dramatically impact snowpack, beavers can help prevent wildfires
Sean Pond faces criticism for post depicting Phil Weiser with devil horns, work on the Gold Mountain fire continues
Montrose to pass e-bike restrictions, Denver landlord profiting from immigration facilities, the language we use to talk about wildfires
300 cyclists to participate in Colorado's Ride, Montrose City Council votes for a controversial ballot measure, Olathe Sweet Corn faces a difficult year.
Two instructors lead Hinsdale County EMS students in a simulated training.(Laura Palmisano / KVNF)Flash floods render six residences uninhabitableLast week’s flash floods that closed a large portion of U.S. 550 also caused severe damage to six residences that have since been deemed uninhabitable. The Montrose Daily Press reports that five of the residences were homes and one was an RV used as a home, which was completely destroyed. Ouray County Sheriff Justin Perry told the Press that “ A lot of people think that when that immediate danger, the fire, is gone, then it’s over. The sad story is t
The Colorado River just north of Moab, 2023.(Dave Marston)Gold Mountain and Elk fires reach significant containmentThe Gold Mountain and Elk fires have both seen significant containment improvements in the past few days. The Gold Mountain Fire is now 72% contained. However, officials are reminding residents that Forest Service Roads 864 and 858 remain closed south of Cimarron due to ongoing fire operations and heavy equipment activity. And the Elk Fire is now 49% contained. The fire reportedly exhibited little growth over the weekend and continues to remain within its existing footprint. Offic
Aftermath of a mudslide triggered by flash flooding in Ponderosa Village (Eric Foster of Ponderosa Village / <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/158428584190206/user/100069426930195/?__cft__[0]=AZYG3dALB4NjvOshoiOu_h_-AycE21cXI4biwbewSbGMnVDOzP1Q2XL6e2P7eC-uRf3vTrwVRTt0IenxfTMSR9_GvS_SijKP0e7iqVoQq-db6IVQZAapgKTElwyWvt7iDePc7YZffNGGqU0fQeWOFeuzljPu9FY26NXJ90QmU63H_yt6lHhPwBtFV-OpntKdXwvHh3P-DUcSF2w30ZZeYpUI&__tn__=-UC*F">Ouray County Government</a> Facebook Page )Flash flooding and mudslides create damage in OurayA large flash flood on Wednesday resulted in a number of large mudslides and
