Montrose Colorado

Winter in Western Colorado can be a mixed bag, with sunny days turning brisk in an instant. Here’s how to prepare for those chilly surprises.

As the holiday lights dim, many Colorado homes face a familiar question: what to do with that Christmas tree?

Western Colorado just witnessed one of the best displays of the aurora borealis in years. Did you catch it, or were you dreaming through it?

Ever noticed how a good windstorm can turn a hazy day into a breath of fresh air in the valley?

See the Old Traditional Ute Dance, hear generations-old songs, meet drummers, dancers, and reconnect with the history alive in the Western Slope.

Since July 10, the South Rim Fire has burned 85% of the Black Canyon’s South Rim, closing roads and the west side of Blue Mesa Reservoir.

July heat has ignited dangerous wildfires in Montrose, Mesa and Delta. Learn about the South Rim, Sowbelly and Turner Gulch fires, road closures and costly firefighting efforts.

Wildfire closes Black Canyon park as smoke, red flag warnings, and fire weather grip Western Colorado.

Grand Junction has amazing night skies, but this nearby location is even darker—and perfect for stargazing.

Imagine the challenges faced over a century ago as pioneers transformed the arid Colorado terrain into something truly remarkable.