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Hi Montrose, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Expanded oyster recall, five standout RV stops, and Shavano Valley petroglyphs tour + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Widening food safety warnings: An expanded oyster recall over possible norovirus includes Colorado, plus a Tippy Toes fruit puree recall. Montrose Regional Health’s free diabetes prevention program for Medicare enrollees will debut March 26 — see what’s affected and when.
Small-town charm, big possibilities: Montrose has been recognized as a budget-friendly place to retire, with lower housing costs, good dining, regional flights, health care, and access to Black Canyon and the San Juans — read the full story.
From canyons to grasslands: Planning spring RV trips? A recent roundup spotlights five standout Colorado stops, including Dinosaur National Monument’s Echo Park, Ridgway State Park near Ouray, and Pawnee National Grassland — check out the full lineup.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Burger night upgrade: Crash Burger keeps it classic with fresh ingredients, crisp toppings, and legit shakes. The lineup spans quarter-pound singles, doubles, triples, and the Karl, a full pound. A no-fuss local staple that just hits right, every time.
Swap wheels for strikes: If the roller rink void has you restless, Rose Bowl is an easy win. Think 18 lanes, indoor axe throwing, an arcade, and a solid cafe and cocktails. Grab a couple friends and turn a random weeknight into low-stakes bragging rights.
Stories that stick: Ute Indian Museum makes local history feel alive with curated exhibits and a calm setting that invites you to slow down. When the week runs loud, a wander through its rooms lets the stories reset your pace and reframe your sense of home.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Montrose for grown ups
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🍽 Audubon Annual Dinner @ The Bridges Golf and Country Club | Thursday (3/5) at 5:00 PM – Nothing beats dinner with bird nerds, a hopeful keynote, and a silent auction that gets competitive. Black Canyon Audubon’s annual dinner at The Bridges features Christopher Preston on wildlife comebacks, plus elections and decent eats, all for $50, so RSVP by Feb 25.
🥕 Montrose Farmers’ Market @ Valley Food Partnership | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – If your crisper is looking tragic, make Saturday mornings count at the year-round Montrose Farmers’ Market. Pies, local meats and cheese, honey, garlic, goats milk soap, and handmade jewelry, plus the usual neighbor sightings. Come for groceries, stay for the chatter, and a pie.
🎶 VYO Spirit of Colorado Concert 3/7 @ Montrose Pavilion Event Center | Saturday (3/7) at 4:00 PM – Only in Colorado does a youth orchestra play about stallions, dinosaurs, and hoedowns, then hand you dessert. VYO’s Dessert Concert brings state-inspired music, sweets from local spots, and a silent auction, including an Alexander Orthodontics package if your bite needs a tune-up; tickets at ValleyYouthOrchestra.org.
🦌 Montrose Chapter Big Game Banquet @ Montrose County Event Center | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to swap camo for a collared shirt and do some good for elk country, this is it. Montrose’s Big Game Banquet means big prizes and auctions, dinner, and better stories, all backing our hunting heritage. Seats vanish fast.
🎸 The Bramblers @ Bluecorn Cafe & Mercantile | Saturday (3/7) at 7:30 PM – Nothing beats live bluegrass in a candle factory when The Bramblers roll back into town. The Fort Collins crew bends tradition with Americana, psych rock, funk, jam, folk, and reggae, and it’s extremely freaking fun. Grab tickets before your neighbor does.
🗿 Shavano Valley Petroglyphs @ Ute Indian Museum | Sunday (3/8) at 4:30 PM – If the weather behaves, trade screen time for stone time at Shavano Valley petroglyphs outside town. A Ute Indian Museum docent leads a moderate hike through millennia of rock art, so wear boots, bring a light, and reserve a prepaid tour, museum admission included.
🎨 Tiger Lily Painting @ Mosaic | Thursday (3/12) at 5:30 PM – Spring at Mosaic means paint night without the pressure. Settle in with Kate Burke, a snack, and an adult bev or mocktail, and paint a tiger lily on a 12×12. No experience needed, templates or your own yard bloom, only 20 seats, art you’ll hang.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Montrose report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 60°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 49%
A chance of rain and snow showers after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. Southwest wind 5 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A chance of rain and snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. West wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 43°F – Low: 23°F – Precip: 36%
A chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 43. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of snow showers before 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 23. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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