Montrose Colorado

The Gold Mountain Fire closure finally lifted on Owl Creek Pass. Some areas stay closed for safety, but the main routes are back in business.

Three distinct sections make up Black Canyon, each with its own geology and character. The national park claims only the middle stretch.

A century-old time capsule from 1922 finally opened in Montrose, revealing what the community wanted future generations to know.

Montrose's sawmill is looking for a new owner after 60 million dollars in upgrades over 14 years. Nearly 90 jobs hang in the balance.

Montrose parks are getting safer this fall. A month-long wildfire mitigation project starts mid-September at Cerise and Riverbottom parks.

Gold Mountain Fire is nearly contained at 92 percent. Evacuation zones are lifting and popular hiking trails are reopening.

West Nile virus is showing up in Montrose County again. Three new cases reported in late August as mosquito season peaks on the Western Slope.

Two major wildfires are still burning across western Colorado, and the closures are affecting a lot more than just hiking trails.

Amazon has opened a $25 million delivery station in Montrose, bringing jobs, Flex drivers and faster deliveries to parts of Western Colorado.

A decommissioned coal plant near Montrose High School is getting a second life, and the plan involves climbing walls, kayaking, and a $3.3 million federal cleanup.