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What’s causing the smoky skies over Montrose? Large fires in Utah and Nevada; Stage 1 fire restrictions in place

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Smoke over Montrose and other Colorado counties caused by large wildfires burning in Utah and Nevada prompted a state air quality advisory for western Colorado on Wednesday as the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests announced Stage 1 fire restrictions will take effect Thursday because of persistent severe fire conditions. The Colorado Department of […]

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Montrose Regional Health preps for Jan. 1 Medicaid Cuts that were part of Congressional budget

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About a year after warning that proposed federal Medicaid changes could create financial challenges for rural hospitals, a Montrose Regional Health official says his concerns have shifted from speculation to preparation as portions of the legislation move toward implementation in 2027. Chief Financial Officer Paul Perrotti said the hospital remains concerned about changes that could […]

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After community members support DART at work session, budget error likely to go before Council at next meeting. Some projects on hold.

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Despite support from business owners, community members and some council members at Monday’s work session, the Montrose City Council on Tuesday took no action to correct a budget discrepancy that has left more than $238,000 in funding for Development and Revitalization Team programs in limbo. The issue stems from a data-entry error in the city’s […]

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Budget error prompts review of DART funding, public discussion at June 15 work session

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A data entry error in the City of Montrose’s 2026 budget has left a more-than-$238,000 discrepancy in funding allocated for DART economic development and beautification programs, setting up a discussion next week on how City Council should address the issue. The matter centers on a Development and Revitalization Team (DART) budget line for professional and […]

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Fourth of July in Montrose includes parade, Farmers Market activities, a concert and, of course, fireworks

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Montrose Business Times The City of Montrose is planning a full day of Independence Day festivities on July 4, including a downtown parade, farmers market activities, a free concert and a fireworks display, according to a city news release. This year’s celebration carries the theme “Our Heritage” and coincides with the 250th anniversary of the […]

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Evergreen Home Loans held a grand opening last week at its new office on Hawk Parkway

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Evergreen Home Loans held the grand opening of its Montrose office with a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week, celebrating the company’s entry into the Western Colorado mortgage market. The office, located at 1425 Hawk Parkway Unit 4 and led by longtime Montrose resident and mortgage professional Wil Harmsen, officially opened after Harmsen joined Evergreen in November. […]

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Montrose Regional Health caregiver publishes book on emotional toll of healthcare work

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Montrose Business Times After nearly three decades working in cardiovascular care, a Montrose Regional Health caregiver is using a newly published book to shine a light on the emotional challenges often faced by healthcare workers behind the scenes. George Dewiliby, who works in the hospital’s catheterization laboratory, recently published “The Light I Had to Fight […]

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The Colorado Artist Company Act establishes new business structure, allows artists to maintain IP control

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Montrose Business Times Colorado became the first state in the nation Tuesday to create a business structure specifically designed for artists and creative professionals after Gov. Jared Polis signed legislation sponsored by Sen. Marc Catlin of Montrose County. The bipartisan measure, Senate Bill 26-133, known as the Colorado Artist Company Act, establishes a new type […]

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