Opinion

By Tonya

April 25, 2024

One year in, and I'm thrilled to say that this adventure has been everything I hoped for and more! As I mentioned when I first announced this new chapter, the business climate in Montrose is ripe for growth, and I'm ecstatic to be able to offer a business-to-business publication that captures the pr...

Opinion

There are great things going on in Montrose

By Justin Tubbs

May 24, 2023

There’s some pretty awesome stuff going on in Montrose. Before I write more, I need a disclaimer here. I’m a pretty big fan of Storm King Distilling. You could probably tell if you read the cover story. It’s a great local business that’s getting the recognition it deserves. David Fishering is an imm...

Opinion

Bet on yourself

By Tonya

May 24, 2023

People say that everything has a cost. If that is true, what does a dream cost? As I looked through the last four issues of the Montrose Business Times, I have run across articles and Q&A’s touting the efforts of local business owners. These business owners started somewhere. Although some may have ...

Opinion

Big Pivots

Tri-State’s credit slips as clean energy co-op gets AA-

By Allen Best

May 17, 2023

S&P Global Ratings has lowered its long-term rating for Tri-State Generation and Transmission to BBB from the previous BBB+ for two debts, one having to do with the financing for the construction of its coal-fired power unit in Arizona, at Springerville, and for the pollution control work done more ...

News, Opinion

County population growth comes as no shock

By Justin Tubbs

May 17, 2023

Justin Tubbs Montrose Business Times For those who have lived here long enough, it comes as no surprise that our little part of Colorado is growing. Between 2020 and 2022, Montrose County saw an increase of 994 residents, or a growth of 2.6%. Impressive numbers, considering there was an increase in ...

Opinion

A growing economic engine for the Western Slope

By Sue Hansen Montrose County Commissioner

May 3, 2023

Airports are connectivity centers. They connect people to places, support economic growth, and facilitate trade and commerce. They are the lifeblood of many cities, counties, and regions across the nation and the Montrose Regional Airport is no different. Last year, the airport earned the title of t...

Opinion

Working (and taking pride) in our community

May 3, 2023

Most people know that small businesses create jobs, stimulate economic growth and foster innovation. They also provide essential services and supplies to their local communities. By spending money at locally owned and operated businesses, individuals help to strengthen the local economy by keeping d...

Opinion

Montrose Business Times launches with first edition, will be a community-minded business newspaper

By Montrose Business Times

April 26, 2023

Here it is. It’s the inaugural issue — the one we hope you’ve been waiting for. The Montrose Business Times wanted to get started right away, so when we announced this publication at the beginning of the month, we got to work. The contents of these pages are what we put together. With just about thr...

Community, News

Celebrating 30 years of MLK Day: Service projects, education and art, and more

By Justin Tubbs Montrose Business Times

January 15, 2025

Montrose will honor the 30th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 20, with a day-long celebration featuring community service pro...

Business, Food & Beverage...

Snack shop Ay! Chabela expands into adjacent unit, adds new menu items

By Gunnison Clamp for the MBT

January 9, 2025

Local snack shop Ay! Chabela has expanded into an adjacent unit, bringing exciting new opportunities and offerings for the Montrose community. A quick...

Business, Community...

The Bridges Golf & Country Club sells to Montrose owner for $5 million

January 8, 2025

The Bridges Golf & Country Club, has officially changed hands. The property, previously owned by an Arkansas-based entity, was purchased over the week...

Business, Movers & Shakers...

Former county communications director joins Delta-Montrose Electric Association

By Tonya

January 1, 2025

Delta Montrose Electric Association (DMEA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Katie Yergensen as the new marketing and communications director....

Business, Community...

Cobble Creek Angel Tree program continues giving of more than 16 years

By Tonya

December 25, 2024

Justin Tubbs Montrose Business Times Last Thursday, dozens of hand-selected and wrapped gifts were handed over at a Cobble Creek residence. The gifts,...

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